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Gordon Atkinson

How To Perform A Rockford (J-Turn)

Disclaimer: Before we dive into this driving technique, let’s make it clear that the J-turn is a stunt move and should never be attempted on public roads or in your own car… Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let’s explore this thrilling manoeuvre known as the J-turn, also referred to as the

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Learner Drivers
Gordon Atkinson

Mastering the Three-Point Turn: A Safe and Efficient Vehicle Manoeuvre

The three-point turn, also known as a Y-turn, is a fundamental driving manoeuvre used to turn a vehicle around when the road is too narrow to perform a U-turn. It involves a combination of forward and reverse gears to execute properly. In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of performing a three-point turn

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

Toyota Recalls Thousands of Yaris Cars Over Suspension Defect

Toyota has issued a recall notice for thousands of its Yaris cars due to a manufacturing defect that poses a risk of suspension collapse or detachment. The recall affects two Yaris models, namely the Petrol (MXPA10) and Hybrid (MXPH10), manufactured between 2020 and 2023. Among the impacted variants are the Ascent Sport 1.5L Petrol Auto

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Learner Drivers
Gordon Atkinson

Practice Sessions: Essential Tips for Supervising a Learner Driver

Supervising a learner driver during practice sessions is a crucial part of their journey towards becoming a confident and responsible driver. To ensure that these sessions are productive and beneficial, it’s important to have a structured approach. In this article, we will provide you with valuable tips for organizing practice sessions that promote skill development

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Land Rover & Range Rover
Gordon Atkinson

Cutting Labour Costs: Efficient Major Routine Maintenance for Your Range Rover Sport and TDV6 Discovery 3

Regular maintenance is fundamental to preserving the performance and longevity of your Range Rover. Within the realm of routine maintenance, certain components require particular attention, such as the inlet manifolds, oil cooler, and timing belts. At GDL, our team of specialists highly recommends replacing all of these three components simultaneously for Second Generation (L494; 2013–2022)

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Jeep
Gordon Atkinson

Jeep Grand Cherokee Receives Mixed Safety Rating in Australia

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has received a divided safety rating in Australia. While the Grand Cherokee L range and the five-seat Grand Cherokee PHEV achieved a commendable five-star rating from ANCAP (the Australasian New Car Assessment Program), the petrol five-seat range (SWB) only received four stars. This downgrade was primarily due to a “nil” rating

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

Mastering Reverse Parallel Parking, A Vital Driving Skill To Pass Your L’s Test

Reverse parallel parking is an essential driving manoeuvre that is a part of the practical driving test. To pass their test, learners must successfully perform at least two of the following manoeuvres: Surprisingly, even experienced drivers often struggle with this manoeuvre. The existence of automatic reverse parking functions in some vehicles highlights the difficulty many

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Land Rover & Range Rover
Gordon Atkinson

4084 Land Rover Discovery’s Recalled Due to Water Ingress

Jaguar Land Rover Australia has issued a recall for 4084 units of the Discovery SUV due to a potential water ingress problem in the rear passenger door latches. The affected vehicles are from the L462-generation Land Rover Discovery range, spanning model years 2016 to 2020. According to the company’s official recall notice, a manufacturing defect

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