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How to contest a fine
Created by Ana Faustino at Wednesday, 11 May 2022
Almost all of us have experienced receiving a fine and feeling that we have been wronged. When this happens there is the possibility of appealing, just be aware of the deadlines and procedures to be followed.In Portugal, in order to appeal a fine, you must pay it in advance, but never as payment, as...
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Can I get my license in an automatic car?
Created by Ana Faustino at Tuesday, 10 May 2022
When you get your driver's license, you have to learn traffic rules, signs, speeds and, of course, clutch points. Is this last point unnecessary?.Over the years, what used to be considered a luxury has become more affordable, such as automatic cars. Despite this, most driving schools offer their stu...
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Rules for driving outside Portugal
Created by Ana Faustino at Monday, 9 May 2022
If you're planning to travel or emigrate, it's important to know the differences in driving rules between Portugal and your destination country. Knowing the rules can save you a lot of fines and embarrassment, so here are some basics on the peculiarities outside our country..Can I drive with a Portu...
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How car credit works
Created by Ana Faustino at Friday, 6 May 2022
A car loan is a type of financing contracted with a financial institution for the purchase of a new or used car on credit.Along with home loans, it is one of the most sought after by the Portuguese and often represents a good chunk of the family budget. It is relatively easy to obtain this loan comp...
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What is brake oli?
Created by Ana Faustino at Wednesday, 4 May 2022
How does brake fluid work?Brake oil is responsible for transmitting the force of the brake pedal to the brake pads, so that you can stop your car safely.This oil is kept in a closed system under pressure and absorbs the heat from the friction of the pads on the brake discs. It is extremely important...
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How to choose the insurance company for your car
Created by Ana Faustino at Thursday, 7 April 2022
When taking out car insurance, you need to take several aspects into consideration. We tend to worry too much about how much we're going to pay, but the premium/coverage ratio should be the main focus.Find out more about the world of car insurance and what to look out for when you need to take out o...
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How car black boxes work
Created by Ana Faustino at Wednesday, 6 April 2022
The European Union's rules for the year 2022 have been quite specific when it comes to cars. In addition to the speed limiter, a black box will also be compulsory on new cars, which is a very controversial measure, in the case of the latter due to the data collected.The operation of the black box in...
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Solution for travel sickness
Created by Ana Faustino at Friday, 1 April 2022
If you're one of the 30 million Europeans affected by motion sickness during long journeys, Citroën's invention is ideal for you.Over the last four years, since the launch of the Seetroën, as the glasses are called, which allow the symptoms of vomiting and nausea to be eliminated, thousands have bee...
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Charging an electric battery could be faster than filling the fuel tank
Created by Ana Faustino at Wednesday, 30 March 2022
Quantum batteries could change everything we know about charging electric car batteries. The disadvantage of waiting time while electric cars charge may no longer exist.The hypothesis of using quantum physics for the automotive industry came from a team of researchers from the Center for Theoretical...
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