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The King Is Wounded — BYD Loses Its Crown to Geely
Opening: A Gap That Is No Longer Vast In July 2026, China's new energy vehicle (NEV) retail penetration reached a record 65.1%. In the same month, passenger car export growth nearly doubled.
By Jin2 months ago in Wheel
You Own the Car, but Do You Have the Right to Fix It?. AI-Generated.
Here is a situation that would have seemed absurd to any car owner from a previous generation: you buy a vehicle outright, you own it completely, you make payments on it or hand over cash and take the title and then you discover that you cannot access the diagnostic information needed to understand what's wrong with it, let alone fix it yourself or take it to the independent mechanic of your choice.
By Mark Lim 4 months ago in Wheel
What Nobody Tells You About Life After a Serious Car Accident. AI-Generated.
The collision itself is the part everyone pictures. The impact, the glass, the sudden stop. What people don't picture, what nobody really prepares you for, are the months that follow. The medical appointments multiply. The insurance calls start before the bruising has fully appeared. The bills are arriving before anyone has a clear answer about what's actually wrong, or who's responsible, or what any of it is going to cost.
By Mark Lim 4 months ago in Wheel
The Hidden Gems of Mardi Himal: Waterfalls, Wildlife, and Off-the-Beaten-Path Charm
The Mardi Himal Trek has evolved into one of the most popular short trekking destinations in Nepal, with a large number of tourists visiting Nepal seeking beautiful mountain scenery without the overcrowding of parts of other busier trails in Nepal. Although most tourists are preoccupied with the dramatic view of the Annapurna Valley, the walk has a lot more than mountainous views. This trip is a one of a kind to nature lovers and adventure seekers, as it has hidden waterfalls, abundant wildlife, serene forests and lovely local villages.
By PostSphere5 months ago in Wheel
2018-2022 Ford Safety Recall Left Drivers Feeling Uneasy
For many drivers, a vehicle represents far more than transportation. It carries families to school, work, vacations, hospitals, and everyday moments that shape life quietly. That emotional trust matters deeply. People expect their vehicles to protect them during uncertain moments on the road. When safety recalls appear, that trust can suddenly feel fragile.
By Muqadas khan5 months ago in Wheel
Your Car's Paint Is Quietly Suffering. AI-Generated.
Most people think about their car's paint the same way they think about their own health. It's fine until it suddenly isn't, and by then the damage is already done. The reality is that paint deteriorates gradually, through dozens of small incidents that individually seem harmless but accumulate into something expensive to fix and impossible to fully reverse.
By Mark Lim 5 months ago in Wheel
Your Car's Lights Are Trying to Tell You Something Here's How to Fix Them Yourself. AI-Generated.
Burnt-out bulbs, yellowed headlights, lights that point at the sky instead of the road, and car lighting problems are among the most common issues drivers deal with, and also among the easiest to fix yourself. Most of these jobs take under 30 minutes, cost almost nothing, and save you a workshop labour bill for something you genuinely don't need a mechanic for.
By Mark Lim 5 months ago in Wheel
Your Car Has a Small Battery That Does a Huge Job. Here's How to Keep It Alive. AI-Generated.
--- Most people never think about their car's 12-volt battery until the morning it decides not to work. You turn the key, nothing happens, and suddenly you're late for something important and standing in a car park, wondering what went wrong.
By Mark Lim 5 months ago in Wheel
Understanding Motorcycle Fairing Kits and Their Purpose
A motorcycle's fairing kit contributes significantly to its bodywork; yet often riders only consider the look (paint finish) of the fairings. Fairings do perform other functions such as streamlining airflow over the motorcycle, providing coverage of mechanical components, and helping to hold the overall structure of the motorcycle together. There is a fairing kit available for sport bikes, touring bikes and street motorcycles. Each specific type of motorcycle has a matching style of fairing kit and purpose for how they will be used.
By Auctmarts Fairings5 months ago in Wheel
Your Carburetor Is Probably Trying to Tell You Something. Here's How to Listen. AI-Generated.
There's a particular kind of frustration that comes with pulling the starter cord on your lawn mower, or turning the key on a classic bike, and getting absolutely nothing useful in return. Nine times out of ten, the carburetor is involved. The good news is that keeping one healthy or bringing a neglected one back to life is something any reasonably patient person can handle at home.
By Mark Lim 5 months ago in Wheel
The Right Way to Jump-Start a Hybrid Car Safely, Expert Tips
Hybrid vehicles combine gasoline engines with electric motors and large high-voltage batteries to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. Despite their advanced systems, most hybrids still rely on a standard 12-volt battery to power electronics such as dashboard systems, computers, locks, lights, and ignition controls. If that smaller battery dies, the entire vehicle may appear completely dead even if the large traction battery still has charge. Unlike fully electric vehicles, hybrids depend on both systems working together properly.
By History Seeker6 months ago in Wheel
Bus and coach seating: a practical checklist for Australian operators
Bus and coach seating is one of those fleet decisions that looks straightforward, until you factor in duty cycles, cleaning realities, maintenance access, and passenger expectations across different route types. A seat that feels fine in a showroom can become a repair hotspot on a high-turnover school run, or a comfort problem on longer regional work.
By Merry Constatius6 months ago in Wheel