How Do Hybrid Cars Work? (6 Main Parts of a Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
Hybrid cars utilize both a gasoline engine and electric motor to maximize efficiency. But how …
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LSPI: Low Speed Pre-Ignition (and What to Do About It)
Around 2012, turbocharged high-performance 4-cylinder engines emerged such as the Ford Focus ST and Mazda …
9 Reasons Your Car Is Making a Flapping Noise When Accelerating
No driver wants to hear unexpected car noises, but a flapping sound while accelerating is …
How to Reduce Wind Noise in Your Car (Locate the Source)
Wind noise… If only you could enjoy this drive in peace. You could hear yourself …
Mercedes B3 Service (What’s Included and Average Cost)
Seeing a “B3 service” reminder illuminate on your Mercedes-Benz instrument cluster can be confusing if …
How Long Do CVT Transmissions Last? (and Cars That Have a CVT)
First patented in 1886, CVTs (Continuously Variable Transmissions) have a long history powering low horsepower …
Traffic Cone Laws: What You Can (and Can’t) Do With Construction Cones
Traffic cones are everywhere. Those bright orange markers guard construction zones, parking spots, and road …
Why Do Some Trucks Have Spikes on Their Wheels?
Do you remember the opening chariot race in Ben Hur? There is a moment in …
20 Tips to Prevent a Shady Mechanic From Taking your Advantage
Do you worry your mechanic is trying to rip you off? Maybe they’re speaking gibberish or …
6 Different Types of Turbochargers (and How They Work)
Turbochargers, like superchargers, operate to increase internal combustion engine power output by forcing increased air …
Plasti Dip FAQ – How Long Does It Last? (and Other Questions)
Would you like your car to stand out from the crowd? Perhaps you want to …
Electronic Throttle Control Light On? (Here’s What it Means)
The gas pedal has evolved from a mechanical linkage to the carburetor, to today’s computerized …