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Larry Bisceglia's '67 Ford Econoline
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You don't see too many first-generation Ford Econolines still around. Introduced in the '61 model year, these vans were generally used by
Tucker 48
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In 1948, entrepreneur Preston Tucker saw a need for a radically new automobile design. In the post-World War II climate, drivers were hungry
What is a DOHC?
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You've probably seen the term “DOHC" on vehicle badges or in print.
“OK," you say. “That's all well and good. But what does it mean, anyw
What's the difference between an automatic and a CVT transmission?
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Since the mid-'50s, the automatic transmission has been the preferred driveline for many vehicles and has slowly but surely displaced the
What Is the CAN Bus and How Does It Work?
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Since the mid-'90s, engine and drivetrain systems have relied on a network of sensors that feed information back to the engine's computer,
Anti-Lock Brakes vs. Power Brakes: Know The Difference
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After the '60s, power brakes were the preferred feature on most vehicles and usually came standard on newer cars. Then, starting in the '90s
A Few Common Engine Codes - And What They Mean
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So you go to start your vehicle and all the warning lights light up, as per their usual bulb check. They all go out except one—the "check
What's with those Weird Automotive Part Names?
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There are a bunch of weird automotive names we don't think about just because we're used to them. "Tailgate" makes sense. It's at the tail
Why does oil prolong the life of car parts
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Your vehicle's engine has many moving parts that spin around or slide back and forth, all on extremely tight tolerances with each other.
Josh Hart: The American Dream on Steroids
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Josh Hart went from piloting a 13 sec. Ford Pickup to a 5 sec. A/Fuel dragster in six short years…all the while, creating Burnyzz Speed Shop
How Does Regenerative Braking Work?
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Stop-and-go traffic is arguably one of the main reasons so many people find city driving stressful and annoying. Slowing down and stopping
Benefits of Better Brake Pads
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Like most of the components on your car, there's a straight line between the cost of brake pads and their quality. Yes, you can get budget
Gears and Gasoline: Modifying Your Car With Spark Plugs
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Can you modify your car with spark plugs? What kinds of spark plugs are there to choose from? Ben from YouTube channel Gears & Gasoline
The 10 Best Private Race Tracks in America
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Ah, the private driving track. That James Bondian fantasyland that unites you, the car of your dreams, and unfettered freedom. A place where
Gears and Gasoline: How Much Do Pads and Rotors Help Braking?
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YouTube channel Gears & Gasoline uses Hawk Performance Brake Pads and Disc Brakes Australia (DBA) T3 4000 Series Rotors to test braking
The surprising reasons vehicles last longer
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In the 1950s, families would hit the dealerships to see the new models and replace their worn-out 4-year-old cars. In the 1980s, Toyota
How do I know if I have a bad oxygen sensor?
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The oxygen sensor is one of the most important parts of your vehicle's emission-control setup and was one of the earliest advances in modern
Car Sensors — What Are Car Sensors and how do they work?
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Starting back in the late 80s and early 90s, almost every function of vehicle engines and drivetrains has been controlled by a central
What is an O2 Sensor?
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The oxygen sensor is one of the key pieces of your vehicle's emissions system and is a component that dates back to the earliest days of
How Does a Parking Sensor Work?
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For many drivers, parallel parking is a stressful pain in the butt. It's hard to gauge the envelope of space around a vehicle and really
Forefixers: Computers in Cars
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For most of the 20th century, automobiles didn't really include any electronic components, and everything from ignitions to carburetors were
What are Car Sensors
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Source: The NRMA/FlikrFor the average car owner, there's often some confusion about car sensors and what they actually do. To explain, let
Golf Cart Batteries
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While golf cart batteries operate in a similar fashion as a car battery, the requirements and standards involved are far different.
High Performance Car Battery
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A high performance car battery is a battery that can supply for all your car’s electronic needs under almost any condition. Now, you