Worn shocks and struts can result in more than just a rough ride—they also compromise the safety of a vehicle. The shocks and struts are responsible for stabilizing the vehicle’s movements, improving the ability to turn, brake, and accelerate. This is especially important when driving on uneven road surfaces, when vehicles require a little more
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As an automotive diesel mechanic, you’ll specialize in working on diesel-powered engines. Diesel engines are commonly found in trucks and cars that play a role in the transportation and trucking industry. With great mileage, high rates of thermal efficiency, and versatility in fuels, diesel engines are an increasingly popular choice in vehicles. Working on a
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An automotive career offers a number of different avenues for anyone interested in service operations and mechanics. Whether you’re drawn to hands-on practical work, problem-solving, or customer service, specialized training will equip you with the skills to succeed in the various specializations of an automotive career. The industry is wide ranging and continues to expand
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The EV market is where it’s at in today’s auto industry, and many of the major car manufacturers have been doing their best to give Tesla a run for its money. Audi is no exception, and aims to please with its third production EV – one of a fleet of 20 new electric car designs
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Whether you’re interested in an automotive career, are on the market for a new vehicle, or simply want to learn more about how cars operate, understanding the difference between a 4-cylinder and V6 engine is a foundational concept that all car lovers should know. However, recent developments in the automotive industry have changed the abilities
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The Osaka-based Japanese engineering company, Aspark, has recently shown its new hypercar, the Owl, at international car shows. What makes something a hypercar can change as technologies change, but the performance specs of the Aspark Owl definitely bump it up beyond super-status to hyper-status. Aspark announced that they would manufacture only 50 units of the
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If you’re a car enthusiast, you probably already know that the combustion chamber of an engine contains a mixture of air and fuel. Igniting this mixture is what gives the engine its power and it is here where spark plugs come into play. These insulated plugs sit in the cylinder heads of internal combustion engines
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No matter how long you work with vehicles, there is always more to explore and rekindle your passion for the job. You may find that the more you know, the more curious you become. Car facts can come in handy during fun banter with customers. Plus, they make you a formidable opponent on trivia night!
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Cars: you love them, and you wish you could keep them forever. But what happens when they’ve reached the end of their rope and it’s time to say goodbye? This is where recycling comes in. Automobiles are the world’s most heavily recycled consumer product, with millions of cars being recycled around the world yearly. About
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Keeping a car’s tank full is one of the more significant expenses associated with owning or driving a vehicle. And although a car’s transmission may not play as big of a role as other components, it’s still important to know how it can affect fuel efficiency. Generally, the transmission of a vehicle can be either
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