Category: GDL Auto Blog

GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

Road markings, what do some of them mean?

In Australia, as in many countries, there are various road lines and markings that help guide and inform drivers on the road. When your driving down the road it may seem like many people with full licences don’t actually understand most of these markings. It is important to understand the meaning of these markings to

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

Understeer & Oversteer. What It Is And How To Recover From It.

Understeer and oversteer are two terms used to describe the handling characteristics of a vehicle. They refer to the way a car responds to the driver’s steering inputs, particularly during cornering. Understeer occurs when a car’s front tires lose grip and the vehicle tends to push forward, rather than turning as much as the driver

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

What Do I Need To Pass My Blue Slip?

A blue slip inspection is a comprehensive safety check that’s required for vehicles in New South Wales (NSW) that are unregistered or have been unregistered for more than three months. It’s a more thorough inspection than the pink slip, and is required to ensure that the vehicle is roadworthy and meets the minimum safety standards

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

What Do I Need To Pass My Pink Slip? (Esafety Check)

If you own a vehicle in New South Wales (NSW), you’re required to get a pink slip inspection (Now known as an Esafety check) every year as part of the registration renewal process. A pink slip inspection is a safety check that ensures your vehicle is roadworthy and meets the minimum safety standards set by

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Jeep
Gordon Atkinson

Hemi MDS Lifter failure, Camshaft destruction, Causes & the preventative fix

If you’re an owner of a Hemi engine, you may have heard about the infamous MDS (Multi-Displacement System) lifter failure. If you’re beyond your factory powertrain warranty and looking to modify your engine whether it be for power or longevity, it might be wise to consider replacing your MDS lifters with standard lifters. Luckily, there

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

Stellantis’ (Jeep’s) New Engine. What We Know

As the world looks to the future of electric vehicles, it’s important to remember that the transition to this new technology will take time. So, what are automakers doing in the meantime? While some companies have lineups that are ready to adapt to the change, others are in need of immediate updates. Brands like Jeep,

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Jeep
Gordon Atkinson

What is Adblue and why do i have to put it in my modern diesel vehicle?

AdBlue is a liquid solution that is used in modern diesel vehicles to reduce harmful nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. It is a mixture of water and urea, a nitrogen-rich organic compound that is found in urine and other bodily fluids. AdBlue is injected into the exhaust system of diesel vehicles, where it reacts with the

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

How does a car battery work?

A car battery is an essential component of the vehicle’s electrical system. It provides the power needed to start the engine and operates the vehicle’s various electrical systems when the engine is not running. In this blog post, we will explore how a car battery works and the important role it plays in the overall

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GDL Auto Blog
Gordon Atkinson

Asbestos in your brake pads? It used to happen!

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that was widely used in the past due to its unique properties. It is heat-resistant, durable, and has excellent insulating properties. These properties made it a popular material for use in a wide range of products, including brake pads for cars and other vehicles. In this article, we will

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