Top Driving Tips For Three Wheelers

A three-wheeler is a vehicle with three wheels. Some are motorized tricycles, which may be legally classed as either automobiles or motorcycles, while others are tricycles without a motor, some of which are human powered vehicles and animal powered vehicles.

It is important for a driver to maintain his three-wheeler and drive it cautiously in order to refrain himself in indulging in any mishap.

Read on the following tips which will be useful for you:

• Do not use mobile phone while driving for safety of yourself and others on road.

• Do not drive with engine switched off. This is dangerous and affects the life of gear box.

• Always use seat belt while driving, same is applicable for co-passenger. Do not adjust the seat belt while driving.

• Don't fit bigger size tires or do not over or under inflate tires. Maintain correct tire pressure to ensure better tire life.

• Always start moving the vehicle in first gear.

• Daily maintenance is to be regularly performed especially on coolant level and engine oil level.

• Do not use clutch pedal as a foot rest when driving. This will cause premature clutch lining wear.

• Avoid cranking of engine for more than 30 seconds. A gap of 2 minutes should be left between successive attempts.

• Night driving is difficult because things may appear differently than in daylight. Also, glare from lights may interfere with vision. Courtesy and common sense should be used when driving at night.

• You must concentrate on the road and drive defensively. Avoid distractions. 

• Driving too fast or too slow may create a dangerous situation. Do not surpass speed limit and drive at safe speed.

• Weather can create a driving hazard. Special care must be taken in fog, rain, high winds and winter driving conditions.

• Be especially alert when driving on highways. Speed and traffic are major concerns.

• If smoke appears, pull off the road. Turn off the engine, move away from the vehicle and call the fire department. Vehicle fires can be very dangerous. Do not fight the fire yourself.

• Do not use kerosene and fuel, it reduce engine and fuel pump life.

• Avoid mixing of different grade of lubricant or brake fluids during top up.

Second hand three wheelers can be acquired easily by accessing Shriram Automall India Limited’s physical and online bidding platforms. SAMIL also provides its customers with documentation, insurance, finance and other such services. Used three wheelers and other commercial and non-commercial vehicles can be easily acquired disposed through SAMIL.

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4 Tips For Maintenance of Three Wheelers

Three wheelers are an effective mode for transporting goods as well as for carrying passengers. Indian roads have witnessed the increase in number of three wheelers over the years. With more number of companies like TVS Motor, Honda India etc. venturing into this sector, Indian roads is expected to witness significant rise in the three-wheeler sector in coming years. The investment required to possess a three wheeler is quite low. Three wheelers even require low maintenance charge.

To get the best performance out of your three-wheelers, you can follow these maintenance tips. The tips will also increase the life of the three-wheeler.

1 - Check Engine Oil

As you know that three-wheeler engine is largely dependent on engine oil, the level of the same should be checked often to keep it up to the recommended level. In most of the cases, 2T oil is used as engine oil. 2T oil minimizes the fouling of the spark plug and pre-ignition. It also reduces the chance of deposit formation and rusting. But there is a ratio in which it should be mixed with the fuel. For a liter of the fuel, you must not add more than 20 ml of 2T oil.

2 - Drive at Ideal Speed
 
In order to ensure the longevity of your three-wheeler, it is recommended to drive it on an ideal speed. Three wheelers must be driven at a speed of 35- 40 km/h  . Drive the three-wheeler at lower gear because the engine of the vehicle should be warmed enough before you press the accelerator hard.

3 - Tire Pressure

Regularly check the air pressure of the tires. For better performance and smooth driving of the three-wheelers, the tires of the vehicle must have optimum air pressure. Inadequate air pressure may lead to problems while riding the three-wheeler.

4 - Braking System

Regularly check, braking system of the three-wheelers. The break clearance must be perfect & there should be sufficient braking fluids. Often it is seen that dust is accumulated causing hampering in functions of the brakes.

Acquire your choice of used three wheeler in India by connecting with Shriram Automall India Limited, where you can find wide range of used vehicles and equipment. SAMIL’s unique bidding platforms enable customers to acquire and dispose the used vehicles with ease and convenience. Online bidding platform, physical bidding platform, one stop kiosks and private treaty facilities are available for customers to acquire used vehicles and equipment.

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Why Choose Shriram Automall for Used Three-Wheeler?

When you go out in the market to buy a used three-wheeler, what holds your purchase back is the risk that blows your head completely! But with Shriram Automall India Limited (SAMIL), people feel secured and confidently make the purchase. That’s because of complete transparency that goes into the making of a used three-wheeler’s successful deal at SAMIL. Through its multiple bidding platforms, Physical Bidding, Online Bidding, One Stop Classified Kiosk and Private Treaty, the Company offers the widest choice of used three-wheelers. From parking to disposal, every need of the customers is taken care of to serve a satisfying experience of acquiring and disposing a used three wheeler from SAMIL. The Company ensures complete organization in its varied bidding processes across all platforms and provides complete value-for-money transactions.

“Shriram Automall is known for offering complete solutions in pre-owned vehicles and equipment under single roof. With our end-to-end services, we take care of our customers’ every need and demand.” – Mr. Sameer Malhotra, CEO of SAMIL

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