To trigger proper combustion in your engine, the spark plug lights up the mixture of fuel and air. Of course, the mixture needs to be precisely measured, but have you ever wondered about the electricity needed for combustion? That’s where the ignition coil comes into play, as it produces enough electrical power for the spark […]

In the engine combustion process, the fuel/air ratio is essential, and there are various sensors deployed to provide data to the computer. When it comes to the part of the equation that relates to air intake, the oxygen sensor often goes under the radar. Of course, the throttle position sensor and mass airflow sensor are […]

One of the biggest mood-breakers for drivers is driving noise that seems to come from the front of the car. While you might instantly think it’s a problem with your brakes or even a mechanical issue under the hood, it can be just one of the CV joint symptoms. Of course, if you aren’t a […]

The power steering is involved in every aspect of handling, from turns and curves to maintaining a straight path. If you’ve had to swerve to avoid another vehicle, you’d understand the importance of a flawless power steering.  Just as oil ensures optimum engine performance, power steering fluid is critical to safe driving, and without this […]

It is not unusual to find drivers pumping gas while the car is on, either accidentally or otherwise. If you are reading this, you have probably done so yourself and are wondering: can I pump gas with the car on? Leaving your car on while you pump gas may not have grave consequences, but it […]

The heater core keeps the vehicle cabin warm, but what happens when it pulls out or becomes faulty? Unlike some other components of the system that require immediate replacement, it is possible to bypass the heater core if you do not want to replace it immediately.  Bypassing the heater core keeps the cooling system functioning […]

Recreational vehicles are fun and relaxing to travel in, but they require much caution. Driving an RV is nothing like driving a conventional car; it can be very challenging because of its tall and flat-sided structure. RVs can create or be involved in severe accidents claiming lives and properties if anything goes wrong.  About 76,000 […]

There are only a few things more frustrating than getting into your car, turning the key, and hearing the dreaded clicking of a dead battery. It’s happened to most drivers, you leave your headlights on, your battery just drains for some reason, and you need a jump. The experience is double worse if it rains […]

Driving around in your car gets considerably inconvenient if you start hearing any noises, especially those coming from the engine’s bay. Of course, this is an instant red flag for every driver, but the noises could also be bad motor mount symptoms. Bad motor mounts still represent a threat, but it’s not as serious as […]

What’s more annoying than a car that won’t start? Sometimes, when you start the engine, the car refuses to shift out of park. If that’s your problem, then you’re in the right place.  Usually, this problem occurs in cars with automatic transmissions. Since 1965, carmakers have fitted their automated transmission systems with a parking pawl. […]