For decades, the diesel engine has tirelessly served the heavy-duty transport industry. Diesel engines, or compression engines as they are also known, can be found powering everything from ¾-ton pickups to locomotives and barges. Known primarily for its reliability, the … Read more
For a vehicle to run at peak efficiency, its engine must operate within the desired temperature range. When operating below this threshold for lengthy periods of time, combustion efficiency suffers, while noxious exhaust emissions increase significantly. On the other hand, … Read more
In today’s ultra fast-paced society, our vehicles serve as a vital cornerstone to nearly every facet of our day-to-day lives. We rely upon the proper operation of our vehicles when commuting to work, traveling to the grocery, and taking a … Read more
How can you have the extra power of a turbo, but not have a turbo? The answer—VTEC, baby. What is VTEC? “Don’t mess with VTEC bro.” We’ve all heard it one time or another at a car meet. The idea … Read more
Though automatic transmissions continue to grow in popularity, many motorists still enjoy the art of shifting gears, while traveling from Point-A to Point-B. For this reason, the manual transmission continues to retain a certain degree of popularity, even today. Under … Read more
When you’re driving down the road do you keep hearing a loud clunking sound every time you drive over a bump? Are you noticing uneven tire wear? You might have a bad ball joint. But what exactly is a ball … Read more
How did your car get broken into? You left it in covered parking at your apartment complex, you wake up (coffee in hand) and reach for the handle only to realize your entire passenger seat is covered in broken glass. … Read more
Today’s vehicles offer a number of creature comforts, driver safety features, and convenience-based applications, unlike anything imagined when the automobile first rose to popularity. We often take many of these features and functions for granted, until they experience an issue … Read more
Any vehicle with numerous miles beneath its belt is subject to a certain degree of wear and tear. With time, this wear and tear can lead to the failure of many different components, each of which is designed to play … Read more
Unbeknownst to many motorists, a vehicle’s paint job is multifaceted, showcasing a number of individual coats and treatments. When combined, these coats culminate to enhance a vehicle’s appearance, with a rich, vibrant look. Like pieces of a puzzle, the absence … Read more