At the heart of the electric car is the motor. Similar to the function of the car’s internal combustion engine, the motor provides all the motive power of the electric car. It is the means through which the car is able to move. Without the motor, electric car would not […]
Car Engine
Making your exhaust sound louder and deeper can be as simple as just replacing your muffler. Many owners of cars with V8 engines do not want to muffle the roar of their engines and always look for ways to improve the sound of their vehicles. The basic muffler design you […]
Drag racing, a contest between two cars beginning from a complete stop over a distance of a 1/4 mile (1320 feet) depends heavily on first 60 feet of the race, or the launch. The technique used for launching varies greatly depending on the how the car is equipped. The type […]
Virtually every car produced since the early 1980s contains a sensor that regulates oxygen flow to your engine. The oxygen sensor works by sending information to your vehicle’s engine management system to help your car fun efficiently as well as to reduce noxious emissions. When an oxygen sensor fails your […]
Hybrid car engines work on two or more fuel sources. One is combustion based and another one is electric based. The combustion based one might involve gasoline or diesel. However, mostly these vehicles depend on electric power source to get the good mileage with low cost fuel. In case of […]
Hybrid cars have been a hot topic in the automotive industry. The need for an alternative to the polluting, gas guzzlers of the past is strong. People are starting to take notice and they are demanding an alternative. The automotive manufacturers have replied with new lines of hybrid cars that […]
No one likes car trouble – especially when it comes to doing tune up. Raise your hood and you can quickly see its not a place for anyone but an expert. However, after years of working on tune ups, I found today’s motors seldom need a tune up. The problem […]
The main difference between PHEV and MHEV vehicles is that the latter can run electrically and without any gas, unlike the former. However, there are also other variations between these two car models. Read on to find out more. Being a car lover, a mildly interested or hobbyist driver can […]
Do you have a BMW with an N43 engine under the bonnet? If so, you may be facing some common issues from time to time. You may be on the lookout for the causes, symptoms, and solutions to the problems. After reading this article, your search will come to an […]
What are the important things to consider when making a motor oil comparison? While some may prefer to solicit the opinions of others (anecdotal evidence), the fact is that it is best to look at technical specifications when comparing oils. This will allow you to choose an oil that best […]
Now-a-days, trends of car chip tuning has gained a huge popularity across the world and most of car enthusiasts can be seen visiting the garage for getting tuned their car to enhance power and performance. An interesting fact about the chip tuning is that this trend is not only found […]
The fuel pump, the heart of a vehicle’s fuel delivery system, is a crucial component that enables proper functioning of a vehicle’s engine. A faulty fuel pump not only starves the engine of fuel but also damages various components of the fuel delivery system. Identifying and replacing as soon as […]
Fuel pump filter is a small, yet one of the critical components of your car. The purpose of having a fuel pump filter in a vehicle is to stop impurities from reaching the car’s engine. If the fuel pump filter is dirty and clogged, the engine will have starting problems […]
Thinking outside the box is the most powerful thing in the world. But, how many people get out of their self-imposed walls in life? Not too many, and with the billions all over the place, too few get out of that box. For anyone willing to read or listen, I […]
The engine is undoubtedly the most important part of the car. The second most important part would be the car engine mounts. Without the proper mounts in place, no car can venture to move one step forward, the wheels may be ready to roll, the ignition all set to fire […]
Preliminary Counteraction dictates that a person take steps to counteract a negative action before the negative action occurs. This lens is typically applied as follows: 1. If it will be necessary to do an action with both harmful and useful effects, this action should be replaced with anti-actions to control […]
Getting your oil changed is something that the pros promise they can do in a jiffy, however, with every three thousand miles you drive, the price can add up quickly. You can save yourself some money by doing it yourself. An oil change is not as hard as you may […]
Installing a battery isolator kit is like adding one more power system to your vehicle and even motorized boat. This would allow you to use all the accessories and devices in your car or truck while still keeping the primary battery fully-charged. The battery isolators are designed with hybrid technology […]