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Turbochargers Explained: How They Add Power and More

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  Turbochargers Explained: How They Add Power and More By Trevor Spedden 05/22/2023 12:01pm Quick Facts About Turbochargers Turbochargers are becoming more prevalent on new cars in the automotive industry, partly due to increasing government fuel efficiency requirements. Turbochargers allow smaller engines to bring the power of a larger naturally aspirated engine. It does this without sacrificing fuel economy […]

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Horsepower vs. Torque: Which Is More Important?

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  Horsepower vs. Torque: Which Is More Important? By Austin Morris 01/17/2023 4:00pm Quick Facts About Horsepower and Torque Have you ever wondered why your car may or may not go from 0 to 60 mph in 2 seconds? Well, it has everything to do with the torque and horsepower on your car. These two features essentially determine

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Do I Need a V8? Or Is a V6 Good Enough?

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  Do I Need a V8? Or Is a V6 Good Enough? By Renee Valdes 03/31/2023 1:17pm Quick Facts to Know About V8 vs. V6 Which is better, a V6 or a V8? This question may seem outdated to some in this age of turbocharging, hybrids, and electric vehicles. However, it’s still relevant, particularly when shopping for

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How Do I Know If My Spark Plugs Need Replacing?

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  How Do I Know If My Spark Plugs Need Replacing? By Chris Hardesty 05/11/2023 4:00pm When To Replace Spark Plugs Quick Tips If your gas-powered vehicle’s acceleration has gone from “zoom, zoom” to “putt, putt,” there’s probably a spark plug problem. Poor fuel economy is another indication the plugs or spark plug wires need replacing.

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Why Is My Check Engine Light On?

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  Why Is My Check Engine Light On? By Chris Hardesty 04/20/2023 4:00pm Check Engine Light Quick Facts Seeing a car’s check engine light on can cast a feeling of dread for drivers who equate the symbol with costly repairs. The warning light indicates a malfunction with one of the vehicle’s systems, but even minor problems

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How to Maintain or Replace a Battery

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  How to Maintain or Replace a Battery By Mark Elias 03/01/2021 8:00am Car, truck and SUV batteries are more stressed than ever before. Whether it’s extreme temperatures, or the need for a constant power supply from increasingly complicated on-board electronics, battery maintenance is just as important as a regular tune-up, to get the most out

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Do I Need a Coolant System Flush?

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  Do I Need a Coolant System Flush? By Chris Hardesty 06/26/2023 4:00pm Coolant System Flush Quick Facts A car’s cooling system may be among the most neglected components when it comes to service and maintenance. Delaying or omitting regular service on a car’s cooling system can contribute to an unplanned stop on a steep grade.

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Towing Capacity Guide: Everything You Need to Know

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  Towing Capacity Guide: Everything You Need to Know By Russ Heaps 09/07/2023 1:30pm Towing Capacity Quick Tips There are few topics as complicated for car shoppers as towing. Automakers compete to claim the highest towing capacities. But it’s not nearly as simple as searching for the correct number. Towing capacity is a series of calculations

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How To Use Trailer Backup Assist for Towing

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  How To Use Trailer Backup Assist for Towing By Russ Heaps 02/06/2023 12:00pm   Quick Facts About Trailer Backup Assist Systems Truck makers are tirelessly working to eliminate some of the drama from towing a trailer. These are welcome improvements to a task that can be stressful for even experienced drivers and downright scary for

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