Mufflers

Eugene Houdry invented the catalytic muffler in 1962, today a standard part of all American cars. The muffler is designed to not only reduce the noise of the engine, but to reduce back pressure as well. A good muffler can thus improve engine performance. In addition, Eugene Houdry’s goal was met when he managed [...]

[Click here to view a diagram showing how mufflers work] A muffler is an attachment to the exhaust pipe, underneath an automobile, that allows exhaust to leave the engine and helps dilute the sound and, in general, reduce emissions at the same time. The original catalytic muffler was designed specifically to reduce the carbon [...]

The inventor of the catalytic muffler, Eugene Houdry, was a Frenchman interested in reducing the pollution released into the air by automobile exhaust pipes. He started his line of inventions with a catalytic process that effectively doubled the amount of useable oil that could be produced from crude oil. He produced high-grade gasoline from [...]

If you notice any of these signs, it may benefit you to check for a leak yourself, before you head to your local Utah auto shop. This can ensure that you know what you’re dealing with, before you go.

The enjoyment of driving your car can frequently be interrupted by loud engine noises. This can even make it difficult to hear your music or even talk with friends or family. These problems are usually do to a problem with your muffler. Mufflers help make driving enjoyable by reducing engine and exhaust noise. If [...]