A Dim Future For Fog Lights?
Fog lights work best at very low speeds. However, many of the deadliest accidents occur at highway speed when fog is present.
Spark Plugs: Hard-Working Wiry Wonders
A spark plug can ignite at 400 times a second, per cylinder, and is one of the hardest-working parts in the engine.
Master Cylinders: How They Work, What Can Go Wrong
Thanks to the science of hydraulics, we don’t have to stop our cars like Fred Flintstone on his way to Ed’s Mammoth Ribs Drive-Thru.
AAPEX 2019 Service Professionals Summit To Address Consolidation Trends, Opportunities And Challenges
The Summit will feature a diverse panel to look at the future of aftermarket consolidation from three distinctly different perspectives.
Turbo Cooling: The Real Reason Turbochargers Are Back
The biggest part of the problem was deposits formed when the engine was off and the turbo was heat-soaked.
Simplifying All-Wheel-Drive Systems
Manufacturers are reducing the complexity of transfer cases and differentials while relying more on the wheel ends.
What Is 0W16 Oil?
0W16 oil has been around for almost two decades in Japan and is an oil that is designed to increase engine efficiency and reduce engine warmup time. What do we need to know about it?
Wiper-Blade Inspection; 5 Questions to Ask
Many OEMs and wiper manufacturers recommend replacing the wiper blades every six to 12 months. However, wiper life can vary greatly depending on region of the country and the conditions under which the vehicle is operated. The only way to know is to inspect the blades.
TPMS Basics
Approximately 95% of TPMS-equipped vehicles use a direct system, with sensors attached to the wheel itself.
Engine and Transmission Mounts Keep Noise and Vibration at Bay
Engine and transmission mounts are among the most inconspicuous components on a vehicle, hidden away underneath the car, doing their job without any fanfare.
