July Monthly Specials - Hi-FASE Batteries

July Monthly Specials – this month enjoy 15% off the full range of Hi-FASE batteries 

Autoworld are battery experts, whether for cars or trucks. A wide range of batteries are available in all Autoworld branches across Zambia. Batteries are charged and ready for installation by qualified staff. All Hi-FASE batteries come with a handy three month guarantee.

Learn about keeping your battery in good working order in our latest article Have an easy start right through winter.

The July Monthly Specials start today, Thursday 9 July. Discounted prices for Autoworld’s full range of Hi-FASE batteries will be valid for one week until Wednesday 15 July 2015.

July Monthly Specials are available at all participating Autoworld branches as well as Impala Service Station while stocks last. Call your nearest branch for further details. Contact information for all our branches can be found here.

Have an 'easy start' right through winter!

Is your vehicle battery giving you an ‘easy start’ during these winter months?

We realise the importance of having a reliable vehicle that starts first time. If this is an issue on a cold morning, perhaps your battery needs some attention to keep it alive. It’s a real inconvenience to get in your vehicle in the early morning rush, kids in the car and time ticking for you to get to work on time, and all you hear is a horrible “click”! That noise indicates the battery voltage is too low to start the car. You’re definitely going to be late ….

This month we're giving our customers an ‘easy start’ to help ensure their cars start first time and just as soon as they turn on the ignition. We are offering the full range of Hi-FASE batteries at 15% discount from 9^th July to 15^th July 2015!

How do I know if my battery is in good order?

We have more good news for you. At our Freedom Way fitment centre we can test your charging system on your vehicle and your battery condition - while you wait. Our equipment will report the voltage that your alternator is giving out (which is most important in prolonging battery life).  The equipment will also test your battery’s condition and identify any cells that might be damaged. All this information can be presented on a print out. (We will have this equipment at all our other fitment centres in the near future.)

Our fitment centre can help with all your battery needs, ensuring your car always has an easy start

Visit our Freedom Way fitment centre for your charging system to be fully tested. If you know that your charging system is in good order but you would specifically like to check your old battery, we can also help you with a battery test!

1. The charging system test costs just ZMW120.00
2. The battery test costs just ZMW50.00
3. Battery fitting is free of charge if the battery has been purchased at any Autoworld branch

At the same time our staff will check your battery terminals and battery water levels (distilled water levels) ensuring your battery remains in good condition.If anything needs replacing:-

• A good set of battery terminals (made of brass) costs just ZMW30
• We also have single battery terminals (negative and positive) costingZMW15 each
• Lastly we have battery water (distilled water) in two sizes - 750ml and 2.5l - costing ZMW6 and ZMW13 respectively

Note: All prices are inclusive of 16% VAT

A few helpful points to ensure you keep your battery in good working order:

• Battery terminals - Make sure the battery terminals are clean and free from corrosion. It’s advisable to grease the battery terminals each time your vehicle has a routine service to avoid terminals from corroding. All Autoworld branches stock best quality brass terminals.
• Battery water (distilled water) - Check battery water level at least once a month. Ensuring that all the cells are full of battery water will avoid the danger of battery cells boiling, which permanently damages the battery. The battery cells should not be over filled; the distilled water level should be just above the plates in each battery cell. Our fitment centres can help with this.
• Treacle battery charger (smart charger) - Never store batteries for long periods of time without charging them up regularly. This shortens the life span of a battery significantly, even if it is brand new.

More about the Treacle smart charger

If you have a recreational vehicle, boat or motor cycle that is not used on a regular basis, it is advisable to connect its battery to a treacle smart charger. This is a battery charger that is permanently connected to a 220v power supply as well as the negative and positive terminals of the vehicle's battery while it is stored away. The charge of the battery is permanently kept above 12v. As soon as the battery drops below 12v then the charger automatically begins to charge the battery. Once the battery has reached 12v the charger will immediately turn off. This charger can be left connected for very long periods of time and will protect your battery from permanent damage. Smart chargers are available from our Autoworld Downtown Marine shop branch for just ZMW650. 

We trust this information has been useful to you. Visit out fitment centres and Autoworld stores for your Hi-FASE battery. Check out our incredible July 2015 Hi-FASE battery offer.

Wishing all our customers an ‘easy start’ experience right through the winter!

From the Autoworld team

Shock absorbers - June 2015 Monthly Specials

June 2015 Monthly Specials - this month enjoy 15% off the full range of SHOCK ABSORBERS

Autoworld stocks shock absorbers for all types of vehicles, catering for even the roughest roads in Zambia.

Available brands TJM, KYB, Monroe and many others. The TJM brand is specifically for 4x4 vehicles.

The June 2015 Monthly Specials start today, Thursday 4 June. Discounted prices for Autoworld's full range of shock absobers will be valid for one week until Wednesday 10 June 2015.

This offer is available at all participating Autoworld branches as well as Impala Service Station while stocks last. Call your nearest branch for further details. Contact information for all our branches can be found on our website.

Shock absorbers in Zambia — what every motorist should know

Heavy duty TJM shock absorbers in action

KYB, one of the world's largest manufacturers of shock absorbers, state the basic function of a shock absorber - to keep the vehicle's tyres in contact with the road.

Worn out shock absorbers may cause the following:

• Reduced braking efficiency
• Less control on cornering or in windy conditions
• Increased risk of skidding in wet conditions
• Quicker wear on tyres and other suspension components
• Driver fatigue and reduced driver’s responses
• Last but not least, uncomfortable ride

In summary, a shock absorber is designed to take or absorb all the unpleasant effects of a bumpy road. This allows the driver to have control over the vehicle, and ensures passengers have a comfortable ride.

The better the suspension of the vehicle = the better steering control and handling of the vehicle.

Tell tale signs of worn out shock absorbers:

1. the 'bounce test' - the vehicle oscillates more than once after downward pressure is applied to the bonnet of the car
2. load shift when cornering
3. poorer handling on uneven road surfaces

How often should shock absorbers be checked?

Shock absorbers should be checked by a qualified mechanic annually or every 20,000km, ensuring the safety of the driver, their passengers and other motorists. If shocks do need replacing, it's very important to replace them in pairs, to give an even balance on both sides of the vehicle.

Suspension - the importance of good shock absorbers

How Autoworld can help

In July we're offering motorists a 15% discount off all our shock absorber brands which include Kyb, Monroe and TJM. Our fitment centres are also available to inspect your shocks and general suspension to look for any wear and tear (for just ZMW100). Shock absorbers installation charges range from ZMW120 to ZMW175 depending on the model. If you buy your shocks from an Autoworld branch, the inspection charge is waived; so the only charge will be for the fitting of the shock absorbers.

Wishing all our customers a safe drive!

Autoworld team

Why choose GUD?

The function of a filter in your vehicle is the same as the vital job that your kidneys perform in your body.  So when given the choice of which filter to help keep your engine healthy, it's important to choose wisely.

At Autoworld our brand of choice is GUD and here are our 5 reasons why:

• Offer great engine protection
• Made with only superior quality materials and to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) specifications
• GUD carries a comprehensive warranty on their filters
• Extensive product range and expert technical support
• 65 year track record

The purpose of a filter in your engine is to keep out harmful contaminants which are carried by the engine’s air, oil and fuel supplies.  Contaminants can be in the form of dust, sand, soot, water and engine wearing metals. If these contaminants are not filtered out, rapid engine wear will occur or worse, complete engine failure.

A sub-standard filter will eventually result in premature wear. On the face of it, and to the untrained eye, sub-standard filters often don't look bad from the outside and are therefore deemed to be good quality. This is where the unsuspecting are led astray. Filtration performance far outweighs physical appearance.

To ensure you fit the best quality filter to your vehicle, follow these simple rules and be assured of great engine protection and maximum engine life:

1. Always buy a reputable and trusted brand, such as a GUD Filter.
2. Always look for a comprehensive product warranty, as offered by GUD Filters; as opposed to a warranty that will replace only the filter and not cover the damage done to the vehicles' engine.
3. Always ensure that the brand you fit to your vehicle meets or exceeds the original equipment vehicle specification, as GUD Filters do.
4. Its recommended to change your oil, fuel & Air filter every 5000km (depending on the driving conditions of the vehicle)
5. Always keep a record of your service mileage so that service intervals are never missed.