In this episode of How Things Work, we’re taking a look at your car’s passive safety systems. Peter Viljoen takes a look at the different types of chassis that are in cars, how designers meet the brief to design a chassis and how it helps to keep a car’s occupants safe and mitigate the effects of a crash.
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In this episode of How Things Work, we’re taking a look at your car’s passive safety systems, specifically airbags, seatbelts and other soft-touch elements in your car that help to keep you safe. Do you know what “SRS” on your airbag stands for, or even when your car’s airbags will deploy? Watch the video now and learn more about passive car safety.
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In this episode, Frankie du Toit from 947 joins Peter Viljoen as they take a Swift Sport for a spin on a skid pan to “brake” all the rules with safety systems off to see just how much safer a car is with safety features like Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS, or like we call it, allows braking and steering), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and brake assist. While these technologies may seem standard in most vehicles today, face it, ABS is like the granddaddy of safety features, we’re showing you just how much of a difference they make!
To watch the full episode, visit: https://fb.watch/1m69dmBQGg/
Tappets, pulleys, belts and shafts. These are all words that you might have heard people say when Petrolheads speak ‘car’ or when your car has gone in for a service. You may also have seen a “VVT” badge on some cars or even your own car. But what does it mean, and how do these all work together to make your car perform at its best?
Join Peter Viljoen from Let’s Talk Automotive and find out how Variable Valve Timing (VVT) works, and maybe you can join in on the conversation next time!
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The consensus out there is that nitrogen-filled tyres are better than standard air filled tyres, but did you know that oxygen already contains 79% of nitrogen? While there is no harm in choosing nitrogen over oxygen (air), it’s always better to know what you are getting with each. Let’s unpack the claims with Peter, to see if it is really worth it.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
What is torque and what is power? And what exactly is horsepower? Peter takes a look at the differences and demonstrates the differences using science. Watching this video will help you to ask the right questions when you get to the dealership.
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From poisonous gasses to catalytic reduction devices, Peter dissects the parts of a modern exhaust to show exactly which components go into it and how each part plays a vital role in keeping the car safe and moving. This would be particularly interesting for those of you who’ve watched one too many episodes of “Pimp My Ride” and tried to DIY it with a friend. Find out how you could potentially be hurting your car and pockets for that Vrrrpphhaa sound.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
In this episode of How Things Work, we’re taking you through the ins and outs of the CV joint. A remarkable mechanical device that has allowed cars and steering to evolve. Watch the video and learn more about this marvel now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
In this episode of How Things Work, we’re taking you through the ins and outs of the CV joint. A remarkable mechanical device that has allowed cars and steering to evolve. Watch the video and learn more about this marvel now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
In this segment of How Things Work Peter talks about a clutch and a torque converter. We see how they work in manual and automatic transmissions and also what some of their advantages and disadvantages are. To learn more, have a look at our video now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
In this segment, we take a more in-depth look at the need for seatbelts and the vital role they play when we wear them. We learn more about the different types of pretensioners and how they work to make sure that our seat belts keep us safely in our car seats should we suffer the impact of an accident.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
Peter chats about a few of the safety tips we should be thinking about and checking on before travelling longer distances and includes a handy workaround for checking spare wheel tyre pressures that most of us often forget about. Watch the video now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
There is often confusion surrounding the inner workings of a vehicle’s transmission and the different types of transmissions that are available on the market today. In this episode, Peter takes us through the workings of a transmission for both manual and automated-manual transmission (AMT) cars, how they save you petrol, and common mistakes we make in South Africa that cause premature damage to our transmissions. Instead of digging in your pockets for extra cash, save some. Watch our video now!
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
Continuing on from our previous episode on the modern exhaust Peter takes a look at two components in particular and goes into some more detail on each of them. Have a look to see which one includes a surprising liquid ingredient. Can you guess what it is?
To watch the full episode, visit: Let's Talk Automotive Facebook Page
In this segment of How Things Work we look at engine braking, how it works and whether it can do damage to our vehicles. We also learn a few interesting things related to braking in heavy commercial vehicles. Watch our video now to find out more about braking and what a Jake Brake is.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
Curious about cruise control? In this episode of How Things Work, we cover everything you need to know about cruise control. We’ll go through the basic mechanisms of how cruise control works as well as how adaptive cruise control works.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
In this segment of How Things Work Peter talks about a clutch and a torque converter. We see how they work in manual and automatic transmissions and also what some of their advantages and disadvantages are. To learn more, have a look at our video now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
There are many misconceptions regarding what creates grip on bike tyres. This video addresses these misconceptions and dives into the truth about how tyre grip actually works.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
The big debate: what is the difference between an all-wheel-drive system, a four-wheel-drive system and a 4x4 system. In this episode of How Things Work, Peter unpacks the four-wheel-drive system to find out if there really is a difference. Let’s settle the debate, once and for all.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
In this episode Peter gives us some insight into tyres which are a critical safety component on any vehicle. He discusses the different types of tyre, why we need them and also how to decipher the numbers that are found on each tyre. To end off he gives us a few pointers to consider when the time comes to buy new tyres.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
ESP, ESC, Traction Control. Many people call it many different things. In this episode, Frankie du Toit from 947 joins Peter Viljoen, and they revisit the skid pan in the Swift Sport to put Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) to the test. First, they get a bit out of control for some proper skids without any safety features, and then Frankie learns how to skid properly, and safely, with ESP active. Watch the video to learn more about what safety features your car has!
To watch the full episode, visit: https://fb.watch/1m63NVKfpF/
There is often confusion surrounding the inner workings of a vehicle’s transmission and the different types of transmissions that are available on the market today. In this episode, Peter takes us through the workings of a transmission for both manual and automated-manual transmission (AMT) cars, how they save you petrol, and common mistakes we make in South Africa that cause premature damage to our transmissions. Instead of digging in your pockets for extra cash, save some. Watch our video now!
To watch the full episode, visit: https://fb.watch/266qLfRMTv/
The big debate: what is the difference between an all-wheel-drive system, a four-wheel-drive system and a 4x4 system. In this episode of How Things Work, Peter unpacks the four-wheel-drive system to find out if there really is a difference. Let’s settle the debate, once and for all.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
Peter chats about a few of the safety tips we should be thinking about and checking on before travelling longer distances and includes a handy workaround for checking spare wheel tyre pressures that most of us often forget about. Watch the video now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
Continuing on from our previous episode on the modern exhaust Peter takes a look at two components in particular and goes into some more detail on each of them. Have a look to see which one includes a surprising liquid ingredient. Can you guess what it is?
To watch the full episode, visit: Let's Talk Automotive Facebook Page
We take a look at the individual components that make up the disc braking system, the materials used for each component, and how they all work together. We also talk about two common problems related to brakes and how to solve them to ensure vehicle safety. Watch the video now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
Peter tells us about one of his favourite pieces of automotive technology, the Rotary Engine. We take a look at how the rotary engine works, how it compares to the traditional piston engine, and why rotary engines aren’t widely used today. Watch the video now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
In this segment of How Things Work we look at engine braking, how it works and whether it can do damage to our vehicles. We also learn a few interesting things related to braking in heavy commercial vehicles. Watch our video now to find out more about braking and what a Jake Brake is.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
The consensus out there is that nitrogen-filled tyres are better than standard air filled tyres, but did you know that oxygen already contains 79% of nitrogen? While there is no harm in choosing nitrogen over oxygen (air), it’s always better to know what you are getting with each. Let’s unpack the claims with Peter, to see if it is really worth it.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
In this episode, we delve into a little of the back story on headlights and how they have evolved since they first appeared on motor vehicles. Peter explains why Xenon lights are so effective and also tells us more about LED lights that are found in cars today. Keep watching for a hint at what’s to come in terms of the latest advances in headlight technology.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://fb.watch/v/4er9ZR54D/
From poisonous gasses to catalytic reduction devices, Peter dissects the parts of a modern exhaust to show exactly which components go into it and how each part plays a vital role in keeping the car safe and moving. This would be particularly interesting for those of you who’ve watched one too many episodes of “Pimp My Ride” and tried to DIY it with a friend. Find out how you could potentially be hurting your car and pockets for that Vrrrpphhaa sound.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
ESP, ESC, Traction Control. Many people call it many different things. In this episode, Frankie du Toit from 947 joins Peter Viljoen, and they revisit the skid pan in the Swift Sport to put Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) to the test. First, they get a bit out of control for some proper skids without any safety features, and then Frankie learns how to skid properly, and safely, with ESP active. Watch the video to learn more about what safety features your car has!
To watch the full episode, visit: https://fb.watch/1m63NVKfpF/
In this episode of How Things Work, we’re taking you through the ins and outs of the CV joint. A remarkable mechanical device that has allowed cars and steering to evolve. Watch the video and learn more about this marvel now.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
Collision avoidance systems are becoming increasingly common in vehicles these days and in today’s episode of How Things Work, different collision avoidance systems will be discussed.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/watch/LetsTalkAutomotive/
In this episode, Peter gives us a breakdown of how disc brakes work.
To watch the full episode, visit: https://www.facebook.com/LetsTalkAutomotive/videos/?ref=page_internal
In this episode, Frankie du Toit from 947 joins Peter Viljoen as they take a Swift Sport for a spin on a skid pan to “brake” all the rules with safety systems off to see just how much safer a car is with safety features like Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS, or like we call it, allows braking and steering), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and brake assist. While these technologies may seem standard in most vehicles today, face it, ABS is like the granddaddy of safety features, we’re showing you just how much of a difference they make!
To watch the full episode, visit: https://fb.watch/1m69dmBQGg/