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Message received via email so I've posted it here. Hi everybody My name is Derek and my french history has been 2 405s and 3 citreon cxs The 405s were great but the citreons broke my heart so Ive been a Saab man for some time. Its been a long time since Ive looked at the french sites I am...

Always look left AND right before pulling out even an inch!

What is the most interesting thing about car tuning you've read? Was it in a book, a magazine or online? Was it a stunning feature car or some indepth look at car tuning parts or technology? Did it inspire you or change your mind about your plans for your car?

Of all those cars you grew up with and that were around before you were born which one is your favourite? I really like the Beetle but to pick just one classic I think it would have to be a Triumph Stag, the lovely engines and they always make me think of picnics in the summer.

When it comes to driving on the roads would you say a professional racing driver is a better driver? Does the racing experience help on the roads? Do you need fast reactions and car control skills to stay safe or is there a lot more to driving on the public roads than just that?

What better way to spot other members at car shows than to have your own TorqueCars branded clothing. Help spread the word! Have you ordered yours yet?http://www.cafepress.com/torquecars They are high quality garments and prices are now shown in GB £ and other currencies. If you've not got...

Does your partner, children or parents (whoever lives with you if I've missed any possibilities off here) know how to change a wheel? Have they actually done so or is it just theory in their heads?

Does anyone think it makes a difference to your driving if you passed your driving test first time or had to try a couple of times or more to pass your test?

Can you remember that time when diesel was cheaper to buy than petrol? What happened! Is it still more cost effective to run a diesel at the higher price?

Am I right in thinking that Cetane is to Diesel what Octane is to petrol!:eek: Can somone explain the function of cetane for me?:oops: Does super diesel fuel contain more Cetane or is it just a higher Cetane product? :confused:

Waynne said we'd been getting loads of stick off people (well one 'git' in particular;) ) from not having a Brake forum so here it is! So fill it up with lots of interesting brake related articles. We are also thinking of giving an instant ban to anyone who uses BREAK instead of BRAKE but...

Ok then, thinking about the name of our site if "Torque Car" became a noun what would you define one as. This is a rare chance to invent a new phrase!

This tribute to Paul Walker was put together quite well. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8UCI7r1Aqw

If you were in a car park and there was an identical car to yours would you park right next door to it? I saw 3 grey Civics of similar year today all parked next to each other in a car park!

A friend recently bought a car privately. It since turned out there is sawdust in the gearbox which is so noisy and grindy it needs replaceing, and the engine is burning oil like crazy, the garage think some sort of thickener was poured in with the oil to make it seem ok. These faults were...

How long does it take for a speeding ticket to come through the post? I got flashed 2 weeks ago in road works but still haven't had anything through in the post. Does that mean I'm lucky? Is there a statute limit on issuing a penalty notice?

What are the main problems and issues from high mileage cars? Would a 3 year old car with 80,000 miles on the clock be a better buy than a 10 year old car with 40,000 on the clock assuming that both had been regularly looked after. Most of this is down to the way the car is looked after...

How much do you think we'll have controlled by voice in our cars in the future? What would you like to see under voice control? I'd love to say "I want to have fun on this twisty road can you switch on sport mode for the next 30 minutes." It would also be handy to say navigate to...

What are your thoughts on Start buttons on cars?

When you drove your car for the first time what were your first impressions of it? Which things stuck out as nice/bad/different and did the test drive make you buy it?

Do you think the build quality of modern cars is improving or getting worse? I've noticed that many makers seem to be using cheap looking parts and there are many premium brands breaking down due to cheap imported plastic and electronic parts.

When you look at highly modded (visually at least) show cars does it inspire you? What is it about car shows that attracts you to them?

What is holding back your car tuning project then? Is it time, money, both, lack of inspiration, a bewildering choice of parts and options or something else?

Here's a weight saving idea for those who are concious about their weight. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3x_kYq3mHM Use high charge capacitors instead of a car battery. ;) Simplez!

The criminal minds are hard at work again. They are now flashing cars to let them out of junctions and then driving into them deliberately. Has this ever happened to you? Does this mean you'll be ignoring any flashes from now on?

What sort of power and setup does a car need to pull a wheelie on the initial start of a drag race? Does this happen much or is it just something they save for the movies.

This one is quite funny, a series of advertising pics from car makers who were quite openly having a go at each other! http://lol.desire-z.us/2011/11/when-audi-started-war-to-bmw.html#chitika_close_button So who won in your opinion. (NB: The last photo may not be particularly family friendly!)

How frequently do you go to see live motorsports? Do you regularly watch motorsports on the TV? Which sorts of motorsport do you find the most interesting?

Well that's the headline in this article. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-23443215 In theory it may be possible to mount a wireless attack and take over a cars controls but I think the real risk is a long way off. I just hope manufacturers take this issue seriously before the OBD...

Warning - a lot of UK drivers have expired driving licences and this could result in a £1000 fine! http://www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/cars/article-2081666/Driving-licence-trap-1-6m-drivers-risk-hefty-fine-renewing-photograph-20-cost.html Do you know when yours runs out? Do paper...

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10151645970546211 Check out this vid - the car stuff starts around 3 minutes in.

When you see someone in a really nice car do you get jealous or do you respect the owner?

Has anyone heard of this new fast diet - for drivers I presume. You can eat normally 3 days a week and on the other 2 days you have to go fast! Like we need an excuse to drive quickly!

This is insane, it's cheaper to park illegally and chance getting a ticket than it is to buy a full day ticket! The difference is not just a little either - the illegal parking ticket will save you about half the cost of the usual fee...

What are your thoughts on "Polybushes", or Polyurethane bushings instead of the standard rubber ones? Do they offer advantages over standard rubber ones and do they have any disadvantages?

Does anyone know what the EVRY mod is? What does it stand for? Does it harm the engine? From what I can make out it is a resistor placed on the air intake sensor.

Would you drive more or just drive harder if fuel prices were lower or does it not bother you at all anyway?

Time for a rant, i'm in a moany old git frame of mind! Let's discuss everything that's wrong with drivers and the state of our roads today...

If you are in the UK you'll know the story, if not here it is.... Woman takes husbands speeding points and penalty for him, they separate, she tells on her husband. It all goes to court and they both get done for perverting the course of justice and are awaiting a custodial sentence What...

When it comes to cars there are so many things that are just nothing like the movies when it comes to real life. Here are a few of my pet hates! 1) 10 second drag races that go on for 10 minutes and involve 5 gear changes! 2) Being able to out run an army of police. 3) Taking a blind bend...