Anyone who drives a car or truck has probably received a mountain of advice of the years of how best to treat your vehicle, including recommended care and maintenance. Some of that advice is probably true. Some of it WAS true before many now standard modern technologies. And some are simply myths that [...]
The idea of the gas-powered automobile is the work of Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz. Daimler and Benz both worked with the early 19th century technology of an internal combustion engine – an engine that is designed to use an explosive combustion of fuel (usually gasoline, diesel, or kerosene) to activate a piston [...]
The automobile is a part of our everyday life. Most people use some type of automobile to get to their daily destinations – whether it be a car, truck, or bus. This is an astonishing fact when you think of the fact that less than 250 years ago, they didn’t even exist. The [...]
It’s a cold winter morning and you are hurrying out the door when it happens. You unlock your car door, grab the handle, and pull. Nothing. Despite your best efforts, the door refuses to open. It’s frozen shut and unwilling to budge. There are a few things that you can do to prevent [...]
The cold temperatures, snow, ice, slush, dirt, and road salt that are common during the winter months can be extremely tough on your vehicle. In order to make sure that your car makes it safely through the winter, make sure you regularly check and (if necessary) repair a few specific areas. One thing [...]
During the winter months, many car owners worry about the ability of their car to handle the snow and ice. In order to ensure that you car can handle any storm or conditions that winter sends you way, there are several things to keep in mind. If you are extremely concerned about your [...]
When they get a flat tire, many drivers are surprised when their auto repair shop recommends replacing additional tires. If only one is flat, why do you need to replace two? Or all four? The key to understanding this recommendation is learning how your car operates. The first step is for you to [...]
An automatic transmission is responsible for delivering power from the engine to the drive wheels in a way that provides the best efficiency and power for your driving speed. The transmission gears are covered with a special transmission fluid that cools and lubricates them, allowing them to work at their optimal level. An [...]
The easiest way to ensure a long and healthy life for your car is to participate in routine maintenance checks. These checks, along with routine oil changes and tire rotations, help keep your car running in top shape and are useful in spotting potential problems before they turn into larger, more expensive repairs. [...]
Constant velocity (CV) axles are most commonly found in front-wheel drive vehicles. Designed to help your car drive smoothly and efficiently over uneven roads, the CV axle delivers power to your front wheels while allowing them the flexibility to pivot at the same time. The wear and tear of everyday use causes the [...]
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