ByMark Stevens The steering angle sensor is an important but often overlooked component that affects critical safety systems in your vehicle. Without proper calibration and functioning, this small sensor can cause big…
ByMark Stevens 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…
ByMark Stevens Cranking your engine in cold weather can be a struggle. Icy temps sap battery power, thicken engine oil, and freeze moisture in fuel lines. But you’re not helpless against winter’s…
ByMark Stevens 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…
ByMark Stevens Purchasing a used car can be an affordable way to get a great vehicle, but it requires research and diligence. There are key steps you should take before handing over…
ByMark Stevens Stopping power depends on your brakes. While brake pads rule today, drum brakes with shoes prevailed in classics. Understanding these key systems is necessary knowledge for used car buyers and…
ByMark Stevens Maintaining the correct air-fuel ratio is important for getting the best performance and fuel economy from your engine. When this ratio is incorrect, your engine will run either too rich…
ByMark Stevens Most modern engines are equipped with Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This technology improves performance and efficiency at the same time, but how does it really work? Whether you are curious…
ByMark Stevens If you’ve ever driven an older vehicle with no power steering, you understand just how difficult it can be to turn the steering wheel. But not all power steering systems…
ByMark Stevens Whether you drive a classic muscle car or an old pickup, chances are it’s equipped with drum brakes. These time-tested stoppers have been slowing vehicles for over a century using…
ByMark Stevens Most popular diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline engines, and they also tend to produce less pollution. One reason for their increased efficiency is their higher thermal efficiency. This…
ByMark Stevens That mysterious plastic tank next to the radiator is not just for show. It’s an important cooling system component called the coolant overflow tank. When engine heat makes the coolant…
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