Each time your engine purrs to life and runs quietly as you cruise down the highway, your exhaust system is doing its job. This network of pipes and components works hard to keep harmful gases away from the cabin, optimize engine performance, and keep your car running as quietly (in most cases) and efficiently as … Read more
When you turn your key or press the start button, your car’s fuel system springs into action, delivering fuel to your engine at exactly the right time, pressure, and volume. This major system consists of more than just a fuel tank and pump. It’s a complex network of interconnected components. Keep reading to learn about … Read more
The brake system in your vehicle allows the driver to slow down or stop in a consistent and reliable manner. The brakes on your car work by converting the kinetic energy of movement into thermal energy (heat). Each time you step on the brake pedal, the speed of the spinning wheels underneath your vehicle is … Read more
There are thousands of car parts that make up each vehicle on the road. If you’re new to cars, it can feel pretty overwhelming to learn all the part names and what they do. This article is intended to help bring you up to speed on how cars work as fast as possible. Here is … Read more
While checking your oil have you ever wondered what actually is under that engine cover? What do those parts do? How does an engine really work? Underneath that beautiful (in some cases) engine cover lies a wonderful piece of engineering. The modern-day automotive engine is capable of some wonderful feats. Let’s pull back the curtain … Read more
Every time you hit a pothole without spilling your coffee or take a corner without tipping over, you can thank your car’s suspension system. It’s what keeps your ride comfortable, your tires on the road, and your vehicle stable through turns. Here’s a break down of the main parts of a suspension system, their purpose, … Read more
An automatic transmission system is found in most vehicles on the road today. It is a much bigger convenience for drivers to use an automatic transmission system rather than a manual transmission system. Automatics don’t require the driver to switch gears while they’re traveling at different speeds. There is also no clutch pedal to worry … Read more
A manual transmission system is the original type of transmission system for automobiles. It requires the driver to do more work because they must shift a gear stick and operate a clutch pedal as they’re driving. You’re essentially switching gears manually while the vehicle is in motion. There is a stick shifter that is mounted … Read more
The internal combustion engine has explosions inside of it regularly. Think about when you’re stepping on the gas pedal to accelerate quickly. How is the engine creating all that power for your vehicle to move faster? There are an estimated 4,000 explosions taking place inside your engine every minute if you have a 4-cylinder engine … Read more
A rack and pinion can exist in vehicles with or without power steering systems. Since most modern cars have power steering, then you can assume that a rack and pinion system is in them too. Any car, SUV, or small truck that you see on the road probably has rack and pinion steering in it. … Read more