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What Does the Water Pump Do and Why Is It Important?

What Does the Water Pump Do and Why Is It Important?

28th Apr 2022

A water pump is a vital part of a vehicle. Unless your vehicle has an air-cooled engine, which are quite rare, it's probably equipped with a water pump. Nearly all liquid-cooled engines require a wate … Read More...

How Pistons Work in Automotive Engines

How Pistons Work in Automotive Engines

21st Apr 2022

Pistons are an essential component of all combustion-powered automotive engines. Most vehicles have a single piston per engine cylinder. If you drive a four-cylinder vehicle, for instance, it will pro … Read More...

Octane Ratings Explained: Essential Tips for Car Refueling

Octane Ratings Explained: Essential Tips for Car Refueling

15th Apr 2022

When filling up your vehicle at the pump, you may notice a number on the nozzle. Most gas stations have several nozzles at each pump. Aside from the diesel nozzle, each of these nozzles will likely fe … Read More...

5 Tips to Make Your Brake Pads Last Longer

5 Tips to Make Your Brake Pads Last Longer

7th Apr 2022

Brake pads don't last forever. Research shows that most brake pads have a usable life of about 30,000 to 50,000 miles. Failure to replace a set of worn brake pads, of course, can lead to rotor damage. … Read More...

The Importance of a Functional Engine Control Unit (ECU)

The Importance of a Functional Engine Control Unit (ECU)

31st Mar 2022

Does your vehicle have a bad engine control unit (ECU)? Also known as an engine control module (ECM), the ECU is responsible for controlling the engine. It consists of a series of actuators. Using the … Read More...

Cylinder Sleeves: Economical Option vs. New Engine Block

Cylinder Sleeves: Economical Option vs. New Engine Block

24th Mar 2022

A cracked engine block can spell disaster for your vehicle. Depending on where it's located, the crack may allow coolant, oil or combustion gases to leak. Leaks such as these can cause secondary probl … Read More...