Vehicle Maintenance & Repairs
Find out how hard it is to Fix it yourself, and make an informed decision. How hard is it to touch up paint? How do I change my oil? All these questions answered. Yellow™ How To provides the answer.
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How to Wax Your Car to a Showroom Finish
Waxing your car protects its paintwork from the damaging influences the environment throws at it everyday. It also gives it that wet-look shine you’ve always wanted. Learn how with this free guide.
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How to Wash Your Car
Every day your car’s paintwork is assaulted by exhaust gas, UV rays, bird droppings and corrosive leaf sap. Don’t let this grime destroy your car’s value – learn how to wash your car effectively.
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How to Remove Scratches from Car Paintwork
A scratch on your paintwork can really spoil the look of your car. Many scratches can be removed by the car owner without the expense of re-spraying. Check out our free guide to find out how.
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How to Look After Your Tyres
Your tyres play an integral role in the way your car handles and brakes. Keeping them in good condition could save your life. Discover simple tips to prolong tyre life in this free guide.
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How to Change Your Spark Plugs
New spark plugs can make your car run smoother, improve its fuel efficiency and boost its performance. Learn how to change your spark plugs at home with the simple step by step guide.
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How to Tell if Your Car Needs its Wheels Balanced
If your wheels are unbalanced you could be damaging your car, wearing your tyres out and paying too much for petrol. Free guide shows how wheel balancing can make your car smoother and safer.
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How to Tell if Your Car Needs a Wheel Alignment
Car pulling to one side? Tyres wearing unevenly? You might need a wheel alignment. Check out this free guide so you know what you’re talking about when you visit a wheel alignment centre.
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How to Get the Part You Want from an Automotive Dismantler
Automotive dismantlers offer a cost-effective alternative to buying brand new parts. Learn how they work and how you can get the best out of them with this free guide.
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How To Change A Tyre
“Thump… thump… thump… thump… THUMP… THUMP… HSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSssssssssssssssss” (followed by an impressively broad range of expletives)
Yep, we admit it (says this writer, groaning as harrowing memories from his past come back to haunt him) - few things give us more grief than a flat tyre, especially when we’re in one heck of a hurry to get somewhere!
Here’s the irony though… despite the occasional flat tyre being part and parcel of driving on New Zealand roads, it’s amazing how many otherwise proficient drivers don’t know how to change a tyre!
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How to Choose Car Insurance
Car insurance is the most effective way to protect yourself from financial disaster due to the loss or theft of your car. But you need the right sort of cover. Learn how with this free guide.
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