There is no doubt that hefty fuel prices hikes are putting a damper on the economic climate and motorists are feeling the pinch. As the pressure mounts to lower overall living costs, many consumers look to reduce spend on vehicle repairs and maintenance, and are often tempted to skip routine gearbox maintenance or delay a [...]
What are the signs that your gearbox needs to be repaired? Gearbox repairs are a fact of life. In South Africa, we are reliant on our vehicles and many travel a great deal on a daily basis causing unavoidable wear and tear on their vehicles. In most cases identifying a problem early, will save money [...]
It is undeniable that cars with an automatic transmission have become increasingly popular, as automatic transmissions are far superior in terms of the power they provide and how accurately they shift between gears. They are also generally simpler to operate, more comfortable and hold a better resale value. Automatic transmissions are by far the most [...]
Easter holidays are around the corner! If you’re planning on driving to your holiday destination this Easter, then you need to ensure that you’re safe and ready to enjoy your holidays.Whether you’re driving a short distance or across the country, never neglect to do all the recommended safety checks on your vehicle. A well maintained vehicle [...]
The world we live in is fast-paced and constantly changing. Individuals, brands and corporates need to evolve, keep up with change, be adaptable and flexible, because one thing we can be sure of is life does not unfold in a straight line. Many industries, including the automotive industry, have had to transform and change their [...]
Mercedes-Benz gearboxes are advanced pieces of technology and require an experienced hand in dealing with their repairs. Automatic gear-changing continues to be the subject of ongoing development, in order to maintain the luxury ride and performance. Of course, it goes without saying that the experts that are entrusted with your gearbox repair once the manufacturer [...]
For many, the appeal of driving a Mercedes-Benz is irresistible. These impressive vehicles boast a combination of power, top-notch design and outstanding driving dynamics. Truth be told, as with any other brand, the transmission in a Mercedes-Benz experiences a lot of wear and tear, due to its complexity, constant use and function within a vehicle’s [...]
For the most part, people who own a Mercedes-Benz enjoy their cars for a long time. These cars are synonymous with luxury, refinement and power. But, despite their long-standing tradition of reliability and dependability, you could be in for a costly exercise in the event of an unfortunate mechanical breakdown. Proper care and maintenance of [...]
The Mercedes-Benz plant for developing and producing transmission systems was founded in Gaggenau in 1894. They are proud of the fact that they are the oldest car manufacturing plant in the world that are continuously developing this centre and today are experts in the manual and automated transmission gearboxes. They challenge all to go and [...]
Finding out what is wrong with your vehicle is a difficult task, usually best left to an expert, however, there are warning signs and indications that anyone should notice that something is wrong. If you pick up something is wrong it is best to get it fixed as soon as possible before things get worse. [...]
