The engine uses oil to keep its components lubricated so that they don’t wear down and form corrosion that easily. Similarly, the transmission needs its own special lubricant known as transmission fluid to lubricate the gears of the transmission. No … Read more
While almost every vehicle on the road today has power steering, there are different ways the system is designed. Some form of hydraulic power steering is by far the most common (for now) and like any other automotive system, problems … Read more
Ever since the 1930s, semi-automatic transmissions have existed. But they slowly evolved over the decades and now we have something much different than what existed back then. That is common with every component of a car, though. There have been … Read more
If you have a manual transmission in your vehicle then you know the challenge of shifting gears. It is not as easy as an automatic transmission where all you must do is shift gears one time before you even start … Read more
If you live in the northern hemisphere of the world then you are probably used to cold weather. This coldness can have an effect on your ability to start up your vehicle for a variety of reasons. For one thing, … Read more
Most people who have learned to drive within the last 20 years were taught how to drive a car with an automatic transmission. These are supposedly easier to drive than manual cars, which requires you to operate a stick shift … Read more
Are you looking to sell your car or truck? Selling a vehicle is actually easier than you might think but you still have to know a few things first before making a deal. Do not just sell your car “as-is” … Read more
Buying a used car can be a great idea for anyone who is on a budget, doesn’t have perfect credit, or just prefers someone else to take the depreciation hit. New drivers, in particular, are prone to purchasing used cars … Read more
There are over 150 chemicals in the gasoline we pump into our vehicles for fuel. When these chemicals are inhaled, a person can experience symptoms of dizziness, headaches, and difficulty breathing. If you end up inhaling the fumes of these … Read more
The purpose of an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve is to improve your vehicle’s fuel economy and performance. Not only that, but it also cuts down on emissions because it allows exhaust gasses to flow back through the cylinders to … Read more