Buying a car, new or used, is a decision that takes time, not only because of the amount of investment, maintenance costs, taxes and extra expenses. None of them can be lost sight of.
But if you are going to use your new vehicle in Bogotá, specifically, We recommend some elements that will save you expenses and make your use more comfortable, among these, traffic jams, the state of the roads; rains and security.
Automatic transmission
This element must be considered a priority as it is crucial for a more comfortable driving in the midst of the traffic jams caused by the numerous and varied work fronts, the frequent simple crashes. In Bogotá, an average of 68 ‘can crashes’ occur every day; and the so-called ‘badly parked’.
Modern automatic boxes are very reliable, require minimal maintenance, it is even better not to touch them or change the oil. They are ‘smart’ because they ‘accommodate’ the user’s driving style, and have the advantage that they can also be used in manual mode, if he still refuses to leave the mechanical transmission. We also offer many relationships with which the engine is tested better and there is less consumption.
Modern boxes ‘accommodate’ the user’s driving style, and have the advantage that they can also be used in manual mode.
height above the floor
This article is essential in Bogotá, which does not exactly stand out for the good condition of its streets. In addition to the number of ‘natural’ obstacles such as potholes and open sewers, there are well-installed speed bumps, but also ‘cops lying down’, many of which are poorly designed.
Avoiding them is not easy for ‘short’ cars, and they can cause serious damage to tires, suspensions, shock absorbers, blows from below and ruptures of the engine crankcase.
Potholes and open sewers are the number one enemy for low profile tires (less than 50). That is why the recommendation is not to change the originals if they are of a higher profile. This is how you save money. The height plays a key role in the rainy season when the streets are flooded. A short car is more likely to suffer hydraulic shock, which is severe engine damage from water ingress.
security films
Although the authorities speak of a reduction in robbery as a crime, the reality of what drivers experience on a daily basis is only one: gangs of ‘glass breakers’ or robbers who intimidate drivers with all kinds of weapons. Any traffic jam is the perfect ‘office’ for these criminals, so the first recommendation is not to carry visible items in the passenger compartment that attract thieves. A good security film is essential as a deterrent because it does not allow you to see inside. There are others on the market, more expensive, with a minimal level of shielding, and note that there are limits to the level of ‘blackout’.
A short car is more likely to suffer hydraulic shock, which is severe engine damage from water ingress.
to save fuel
Three-cylinder engines (1.3 or 1.4 liters) and turbos. Do not be afraid of them, it is what is imposed not only to avoid higher emissions but also to save fuel. The power that an engine with two liters or more cylinders would provide is compensated by the turbo, but also the value of the Soat for vehicles with small engines (less than 2 liters) is more economical.
The other option is to opt for a vehicle that incorporates the stop / start system that turns off the engine when the car stops, and just lifting your foot from the brake pedal restarts the march. It’s an efficient and proven system, so don’t be swayed by those who tell you it’s a dead battery or damage to the starter.
wireless connectivity
A ‘hands-free’ system or bluetoothor apps like
Apple Car Play and Google Android Auto are today essential tools and essential accessories for safe driving and entertainment in cars. This should not be missing since distractions with the telephone cause many accidents, in addition, handling them while driving is the cause of a subpoena.
