5 Rookie Car Maintenance Mistakes That You’re Making
Avoid costly car problems with these simple maintenance tips! Learn common mistakes like ignoring tire pressure, oil changes, and brake checks, and why they matter.
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Beat the Heat: Essential Summer Car Care Guide
Learn about the 5 biggest headaches every car owner has to deal with in the summer, such as engine overheating and tire blowouts. Know how to anticipate and stay ahead of these problems in the hot weather.
What You Need to Know about CNG Retrofitting
What is CNG retrofitting? Is it worth switching to from a petrol vehicle? Learn more about the benefits of CNG and the challenges that come with it with Fixit45.
What Happens When You Don’t Change Your Oil Filter?
We all know regular oil changes are important to keep our cars running smoothly. But did you know it’s just as important to check your oil filter regularly? The oil filter helps keep the oil in your engine clean and…
Types of Car Maintenance
Knowing how to properly maintain your car can save you money and keep it running smoothly. You can prevent unexpected breakdowns by being proactive and staying on top of your vehicle’s needs. This blog will help you explore the different…
How to Choose the Right Mechanic for Your Car Repairs
Don't settle for subpar auto maintenance. Learn the insider secrets to finding the perfect mechanic for your car repairs with Fixit45's expert advice.
Fixit45 Scoops Company of the Year Award
Fixit45, an autotech platform for services including repair and fleet management, won 'Company of the Year' at Sparklight News Awards for its innovative solutions and significant industry impact, aiming to become Africa's largest autotech platform.
Know Your Vehicle’s Fuel System
The vehicle's fuel system, akin to the human vascular system, includes components such as the fuel pump, tank, and filter, crucial for delivering fuel to the engine. Maintenance is key for system efficiency and vehicle performance.
Your Headlights Need Proper Maintenance Just Like Other Important Vehicle Parts
Learn about the critical role of well-maintained headlights in road safety. Discover risks of poor lighting and how Fixit45 enhances your nighttime driving security.
Hampered Mobility – Fixit45 to the Rescue
Explore Nigeria's mobility history and the maintenance challenges vehicle owners face. Learn how Fixit45 revolutionizes this sector, leveraging technology to enhance mobility, provide reliable vehicle services, and contribute to economic empowerment.
All You Need to Know about Your Airbag
Discover the role of vehicle airbags in safety, learn about deployment mechanisms and potential risks, and get tips for prevention and maintenance with OEM parts through our comprehensive blog post.
Bolt, Fixit45 Collaborate to Improve Access to Autocare Services
Bolt partners with Fixit45 to provide ride-hailing drivers in Nigeria with subscription-based autocare and maintenance, aiming to minimize disruptions and enhance earnings through reliable vehicle services.
Jaguar Land Rover Partners With NVIDIA to Enable Next-Gen Driving Systems
Jaguar Land Rover partners with NVIDIA to build vehicles on their AI-powered DRIVE platform from 2025, delivering advanced safety, automated driving systems, and aiming for net-zero emissions by 2039.
Has Your Engine Ever Misfired?
An engine misfire, felt as hesitation or shaking by the driver, can stem from spark plug issues, fuel delivery, sensor malfunctions, or mechanical problems, potentially causing damage if untreated.
FRSC Warns Nigerians Against Selling Vehicles With Number Plates
The Federal Road Safety Commission’s (FRSC) Sector Commander in Cross River, Elizabeth Akinlade, has warned Nigerian car users against selling their vehicles with number plates. The new sector commander, who took over from Mr Ocheja Ameh, gave the warning when…
Tesla Set to Recall 53,822 Vehicles Over Fault in Self-Driving Software
American EV maker, Tesla has announced it will be recalling 53,822 vehicles in the United States due to its Full Self-Driving (Beta) software that may not allow some models of the brand not come to a complete stop at some…
10,444 Vehicles in Lagos Fail Safety Standard Tests in January
Lagos State Government has announced that out of 26,442 vehicles that were inspected in January, in order to be issued the road worthiness certificate, 15,998 of them passed, while 10,444 failed the minimum safety standard tests. It could be recalled…
Things You Should Know about Your Tire’s Air Pressure
Have you ever wondered why your gas mileage sometimes looks a little lower than normal, or why your steering wheels seem a little sluggish when driving? Sometimes, your car just appears to be sitting closer to the ground than normal.…
Kia Motors Recalls Over 410,000 Vehicles Over Airbag Defect
South Korean automaker, Kia Motors, has officially recalled 410,000 vehicles in the U.S due to malfunctioning airbags which may endanger the lives of drivers during accidents. Kia has recalled some of its small cars, small SUVs and minivan as a…
Flying Car Wins Airworthiness Certification, to Be Mass Produced Soon
The European country of Slovakia has awarded the Certificate of airworthiness to a flying car called, ‘AirCar’ which can transform from an on-road vehicle to a winged aircraft, after it completed 70 hours of rigorous tests. According to a report…
Kia Partners With Fixit45, Set to Offer Genuine Auto Parts and Quality After-Sales Services to Customers
Kia Nigeria, the leading automobile brand in Nigeria has partnered with Fixit45 to offer customers genuine spare parts and exceptional after-sales service. The commitment to provide the very best after-sales service delivery and customer experience to thousands of customers nationwide…
Auto Users Who Ordered the 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser SUV to Wait 4 Years for Delivery
Japanese auto brand, Toyota, has confirmed that the delivery of its all-new 300 Series 2022 Land Cruiser which already has about 21,500 pre orders, will be delayed for four years due to parts shortage. It could be recalled that in…
Lagos State Government Warns Commercial Drivers Against Increasing Fares Over N800 Levy
The Lagos state government has warned intra-state commercial drivers not to increase transportation fares, following its newly imposed Harmonized daily levy of N800 to be paid to the government. The state’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Mr Gbenga omotoso, said…
Lagos Introduces N800 Consolidated Levy for Commercial Transporters
The Lagos State Government, in conjunction with relevant transport stakeholders in the state, yesterday, introduced and signed a consolidated levy of N800 daily, to be paid by commercial transporters in the state’s informal transport sector. The N800 harmonized levy, which…
Lagos to Introduce New Vehicle Inspection Approach
The Director of Vehicle Inspection service, (VIS) Lagos state Command, Akin-George Fashola has revealed that the state government has introduced a new approach for vehicle inspection, for road users to be awarded the road worthiness certificate. According to Mr Fashola,…
Sony Unveils Its SUV, Plans to Launch Its Electric Vehicle
Tech giants, Sony, has recently unveiled a new sports utility vehicle concept and announced plans to launch an electric car company later in the year. Sony’s CEO, Kenichiro Yoshida, revealed this at the CES consumer technology trade show, where he…
BMW Unveils World’s First Colour Changing Vehicle
German automaker, BMW, recently, at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, unveiled its newly developed “colour-changing” car which is the first of its kind in the world. The concept car, named “the BMW IX Flow,” uses electronic ink…
“We Are Making Spare Parts Accessible and Affordable” – Fixit45 and CFAO Motors
Buoyed by its continued commitment to enabling and facilitating value-creating interactions across stakeholders in the automotive industry, leading auto tech platform, Fixit45, with its sub brand, Xparts has partnered with Winpart, a subsidiary of one of Africa’s…
Man Arrested for Buying a Toyota Camry Sedan Car for ₦2650
Recently, Abdulazeez Ibrahim, a 26-year-old man, was arrested by the Osun Police Command for allegedly Paying N2,650 to a car dealer to buy a Toyota Camry sedan valued at ₦2,650,000. Over the weekend, the Osun State Police Command Headquarters in…
Pernod Ricard Nigeria and FRSC Join Forces for Yuletide Road Safety Campaign
Pernod Ricard Nigeria and the Federal Road Safety Corps, FRSC, have jointly launched the “Don’t Drink and Drive” campaign to prevent road traffic crashes mortality rates during the yuletide season. The campaign was held on Tuesday at the Ojota New…
LASTMA Denies Involvement in Ojodu Truck Accident
The Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA) has denied reports of its officials’ involvement in Tuesday’s Ojodu truck accident. A truck crushed and killed about 17 school pupils in the Ojodu Berger area of Lagos state. Earlier reports alleged that…
Fixit45 Announces Acquisition of Parkit, Unveils Subscription-Based VIP Programme
Fixit45, the Pan-African Autotech platform acquires Parkit, to simplify vehicle wash and care services. Releases Vehicle Intact Programme, subscription-based plans to enable affordable maintenance/repair services and redefine ownership experience for vehicle and fleet owners Lagos, Nigeria – 26 November 2021…
How to Make Your Car Tires Last Longer (5 Quick Tips)
Most parts of the world may not have an issue with Car Tires Lasting Longer but in Nigeria I will be explaining to you today how to make your car tires last longer with 5 quick tips that are really…
Maserati’s New SUV: The Latest Casualty of Chip Shortage
What Coronavirus can’t disrupt doesn’t exist. So, it is not surprising that Italian luxury automaker, Maserati’s Grecale is the latest victim of the global chip shortage. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many factories that produce semiconductors and other chips to…
Chinese Tech Giant Xiaomi to Start Making Cars by 2024, Acquires Deepmotion
Chinese electronics and smartphone powerhouse, Xiaomi has announced that it would start making its own vehicles by the end of June 2024. Speaking at an investor event, Xiaomi Corp Chief Executive, Lei Jun confirmed the development which was first reported…
WeRide, Mercedes-Benz, Ford, Others Win at the AutoTech Awards
Chinese autonomous driving company, WeRide, along with global automakers, Ford Motor Company, and Mercedes-Benz R&D have been named winners at the 2021 edition of AutoTech Breakthrough Awards conducted by leading market intelligence organization AutoTech Breakthrough. WeRide received the “AutoTech Startup…
Changing Oil: How to Keep Your Car Moving for Good
Just as water is essential for healthy living in humans, lubrication (car oil) is very important for the proper functioning of a car’s engine. Your desire as a vehicle owner is to get the best out of your vehicle; hence,…
5 Quick Tips to Make Your Car Tires Last Longer
“And the wheels of the car goes round, round, round…” Funny rhyme but true, and a very important asset that facilitates the wheeling is the tire. Think about it, how do you want to move your car if you have…
Car Paint Damage: Causes and How to Prevent It
A car is subject to different forms of damages throughout its life cycle. However, like every other part of a car, car paint damages become visible over time, such as fading, chipping, and rusting. In this article, we share some…
Volvo, Hyundai Recall Vehicles Over Faulty Airbags and Turn Signals
The renowned car manufacturing company, Volvo, has recalled over 460,000 vehicles from some of their S series models globally, over the defective driver-side airbag which has been linked to the death of one person. The recall involves about 259,383 vehicles…
Be on Your Best Road Behavior, FRSC Warns as 7 Die in Kwara Auto-Crash
A Toyota bumper bus, conveying 19 passengers was involved in an auto crash. This crash happened at Bode-Saadu, along Ilorin Expressway, in the Moro Local Government Area of Kwara State. According to reports, the accident claimed seven lives, while 12…
Why Does Your Car Make Funny Sounds?
I am sure when you drive on Lagos roads or other roads across Nigeria, it is not unusual for your ear to become assaulted by other cars making funny but disturbing sounds. I have also been at shopping mall car…
Is Your Car Being a Jerk Ass? Here Are 5 Things to Probe
You are driving on the expressway way and all of a sudden, your car begins to jerk and splutter. I can see droplets of sweat making a 7-2-1 formation over your head. You then try to hit the accelerator, and…
Innovation Unleashed – The World’s First Foldable Steering Wheel
Imagine a world where you can lean back in a car and watch your steering wheel simply fold and rest inside the dashboard. Amazing, don’t you think? The future of autonomous vehicles is being steered in the right direction as…
How Technology Is Changing the Way We Repair and Maintain Our Cars
Technology is changing the way we repair and maintain our cars. Technology has continued to significantly impact every sector of human activity – from healthcare to communication, education, agriculture, and of course, mobility. While electric vehicles, advanced automobile design, efficiency,…
Innoson Continues to Push for the Conversion of Vehicles to Autogas
One of Nigeria’s indigenous automobile manufacturing companies, Innoson Vehicle Manufacturing (IVM) has encouraged car owners to convert fuel-powered cars to compressed natural gas (CNG) engines. Innoson has at various times announced its intention to drive the conversion regime. It will…
FRSC Arrests 432 Defaulters in Operation Show Your Driver’s License II
The Lagos Sector Command of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) has arrested the owners of 432 vehicles for driving without a license. Sector Commander for Lagos, Corps Commander Olusegun Ogungbemide, made this revelation at the end of the second…
Net Zero Emissions: How to Stop Your Vehicle From Smoking
A few weeks ago, #Gamezero trended across social media and was a significant talking point in Game Week 5 of the ongoing English Premier League. The football match between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea FC was the world’s inaugural net-zero carbon…
How the Toyota Corolla Got Its Groove
The Toyota Corolla is said to have been designed to be a great car given the antecedents of the designers and the Toyota family, from inception. Talk about beginning with the end in mind. Spanning 12 generations, the Toyota Corolla…
Parkit Berths at the Wings Towers in Lagos
Parkit, a Fixit45 brand expression that specializes in the provision of vehicle care services to all kinds of cars, (cargo trucks inclusive) either in their physical locations or at home has opened a new facility at the Wings Tower, Victoria…
Fixit45 Set to Redefine Automotive Aftermarket Experience Across Nigeria
Fixit45 is a Pan-African automotive aftermarket platform to enable affordable repair services and redefine service experience for car owners and corporates. Against the backdrop of rising demand for quality automotive repair & maintenance services occasioned by the increasing vehicle age…
Car Owners Get the Fixit45 Experience at the Lekki Novare Mall
Fixit45, Nigeria’s largest and most trusted automotive aftermarket platform, on Saturday, September 25, unveiled its’ latest Fixit45 experience center, which is located at the Novare Mall, Sangotedo, Lekki area of Lagos. The event was buzzing with music and food. In…
Car Maintenance and Repair Checklist (10 Things You Must Consider)
I’ll share 10 car maintenance and repair service tips you should consider or look out for. And you need these if you are going to increase the lifetime value of your car or fleet and get it working for you…
