Why Fuel Injectors Fail
Fuel injection has been the primary system in nearly every production engine made in the past two decades.
Power-Assisted Braking: How It Works, and What Can Go Wrong
A power booster gives the brake system superpowers – allowing a grandmother on the way to church to stop as quickly as Arnold Schwarzenegger on the way to his helicopter.
What Causes Water Pumps to Fail?
Water pumps can fail prematurely due to corrosion inside the cooling system or from an imbalanced water-pump shaft. But in most instances, water pumps fail because of shaft leaks.
When Long-Life Spark Plugs Don’t Go the Distance
The extended life of premium plugs doesn’t always ring true in real-life driving, where conditions may not be optimal for achieving the promised results.
Direct Injection Engine (GDI) vs. Port Fuel Injection
GDI isn’t perfect, but it’s become the technology of choice on many newer models.
Brake Pads: When to Replace, When to Upgrade
Brake pads come in many different shapes and sizes, as well as compounds.
Conventional Oils vs. Synthetics: It’s All About that Base
The base oil is what determines if the oil is considered a synthetic or conventional oil.
Power Steering Moves from Hydraulic to Electric … and Beyond
The first mass-production car with power steering was the 1951 Chrysler Imperial, and ever since then, the system used to reduce the force needed to turn vehicles has evolved.
Brake Hardware: Replace Often, and Avoid the Noise
Many technicians and DIYers tend to overlook brake hardware because it can often be reused if it’s not too beat up.
Clutch Kits Make an Ideal Replacement Solution for Customers Who Prefer Manual Transmissions
Typically, clutch components are replaced at the same time to bring the system back to original condition, since it’s easier to change parts with the transmission removed from the engine.
Windshield Wipers: An Underrated Safety Component
Drivers tend to ignore their wipers until they break or stop working entirely – and then they come to you.
Shocks and Struts: Different Parts, Similar Function
Selling shocks and struts can be an uphill challenge because when they fail, they rarely leave the driver stranded.
