April 1st, 2016 Tesla unveiled their much anticipated Model 3. Thousands put down deposits, even though Tesla itself says, “Model 3 will begin production in late 2017,… ” That’s a long wait, but early adopters aren’t easily dissuaded, as shown by demand for the impressive Tesla Model S. But just…
O2 Sensors – Engine Performance from a Capsule Long gone are the days when car engine were simply using 4, 6 or 8 pistons, a carburetor and a few other auxiliary elements in order to make the vehicle move forward. While, from a mechanic’s point of view, such powertrain units…
While fuel efficiency isn’t the only factor when deciding on which car to purchase, it is an incredibly important one. Considering the current prices for gasoline, as well as the country’s tumultuous relationship with many oil-producing nations, fuel efficiency can determine your financial future. Rather than changing your plans on…
Different Injector Types – How Do They Work? You have probably been driving your car around for years without giving too much thought to the principle of action behind the engine. You don’t need an engineering degree to understanding the basics of an engine. The purpose of a gas-based engine…
The name, Bugatti, conjures up some mental images that surpass mere mechanical and engineering accomplishments. The name carries with it something almost magical. Today’s Bugattis are famous for speed and power, just as were the earlier models in the 1920s and 30s. The most iconic Bugatti of all, the type…
Today’s direct Injection is to port fuel injection as port injection was to carbureted fuel supply back when the industry was in transition from carburetors to EFI in the 1970s. There are differences, but the comparison is valid. And as fuel economy standards continue to demand more efficient vehicles, the…
Cars, while hardy, can be finicky at times. When your engine is below a certain temperature, your works to add fuel to the air mixture to start the vehicle. Positioned on the intake manifold, the cold start injector helps refine the mixture in the engine’s cylinders for better burning. However,…
A Check Engine light most often means one of the oxygen sensors in the exhaust system is sending the OBDII system an error code. Many times the solution is to replace the sensor itself, which can be both difficult and expensive. Less often, the sensor is actually doing it’s job,…
Jeep Fuel Injector Fuel injectors rarely go bad but when they do, they can give you serious headaches. Don’t worry however, it’s not as bad as you think. A bad fuel injector isn’t that serious and it’s almost never terminal, it’s just a real issue to solve if you don’t…
Ford Truck Fuel Injector Replacement Ford Powerstroke engines have been the heart of Ford Trucks for over two decades now. Boasting the common 7.3 liter displacement, they have been the heavy duty mules of the American farmers and industrialists since 1994. Just like with any other diesel engine, the power…