When you go to the gas station, you will probably notice there are at least four different fuel options available at the pump. The first three will be regular unleaded, mid-grade unleaded, and premium unleaded. Each one of these fuel options is considered to be gasoline. The fourth fuel option that you will find available … Read more
The internal combustion chamber of a gasoline engine requires a certain amount of air intake. This is how the engine will get additional power so that its performance can be enhanced. But first, the air must be compressed after it enters the engine. Fortunately, there is a forced induction component which oversees air compression in … Read more
The chassis of a vehicle is the base frame which all the other vital components are connected to, such as the engine. There is something called an engine (motor) mount which allows the engine to stay firmly attached to the chassis. This prevents the engine from shaking or moving as you’re driving. For example, when … Read more
Fully synthetic motor oils have never been more popular. These are oils which have been artificially created through a mixture of various chemical compounds. The end result is a lubricant for your engine’s components which can keep them running smoother and for longer. Top 5 Benefits of Full Synthetic Oil Synthetic motor oils are designed … Read more
Combustion engines generate loads of heat. After all, there are thousands of tiny little explosions happening inside the engine every minute. All this heat requires an efficient cooling system, and the water pump sits at the heart of a liquid cooling system. A water pump’s function is to keep coolant flowing through the engine from … Read more
When you get too cold or hot in your house, you probably adjust the thermostat to change the temperature in the room. Engine blocks can also get too hot or too cold so a thermostat is necessary to manage engine temperature. How Does a Thermostat Work? Unlike the thermostat in your home, most thermostats used … Read more
The air filter is a part of the vehicle that should be self-explanatory. As you probably know, the internal combustion engine can only operate if it has the proper amount of air and fuel. The air that goes into the engine is supplied by the outdoors. However, the engine requires this to be clean air … Read more