Everybody knows diesel engines are different from gasoline engines in the fuel they run, but it can be easy to overlook the differences beyond that. Despite doing practically the same thing, diesel and gasoline engines operate in wildly different ways. What Are Spark Plugs? Spark plugs are components used within internal combustion engines to ignite… …
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Why is My Car Overheating?
There’s nothing quite as worrying as seeing your temperature gauge above where it should be. Overheating is one of the most destructive issues you can run into, and can possibly cause catastrophic damage down the line if not taken care of. Unfortunately, there are various reasons your vehicle may be overheating, and sometimes it can… …
What is DEF and Why Do I Need it?
If you own a modern diesel engine vehicle, you likely know about DEF. DEF stands for Diesel Exhaust Fluid, and it’s a critical component for reducing harmful emissions. In this article, we will explore what DEF is, how it works, and why it is essential for your diesel engine vehicle. What is DEF Fluid? Diesel… …
What Are BFGoodrich KO2 Tires?
You can’t talk about all-terrain tires without bringing up BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2. This is not only the granddaddy of off-roading tires; today it is still the best off-road performance tire around. The BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 was the first ever designed and tested all-terrain tire back in the mid-1970s. It’s easy to see the… …
2.4L TigerShark MultiAir Engine Head Issues Explained
If you are the owner of a Chrysler 200, Dodge Dart, Dodge Journey, Fiat 500x, Jeep Renegade, or Jeep Cherokee you may have found a lot of articles online discussing the 2.4L engine found in your vehicle. All of these vehicles use FCA’s TigerShark MultiAir II engine. While the engine has some technology that looks… …
What is the Michelin Promise Plan?
Michelin tires are known for their superior quality, but are you aware of the Michelin Promise Plan? Every Michelin tire comes with this promise, or more so, a warranty. Michelin is confident all of their tires are top of the line so they are able to provide a lot of satisfaction with every purchase. The… …
What is an All-Weather Tire?
Have you heard of all-weather tires? They have just hit the roads the past few years. They are intended for colder climate areas that experience a full winter season. As any of us driving in the Chicagoland area know, the Chicago suburbs become full of terrible roads covered in snow and ice. We get scared… …
What is an Interference Engine and Why Can They be Problematic?
Many vehicles use engines with a specific configuration and valve placement. These motors are known as interference engines. To understand what an interference engine is you first must understand what is going on within your engine. Inside all engines are valves that allow air and/or fuel into and out of the combustion chambers, camshafts open… …
Are Michelin Tires Worth the Money?
When it comes to anything relating to your vehicle, we like to focus on value and not price. The reason why, people use their vehicles daily and keep them for many years. When it comes to parts or tires it’s an investment and directly relates to your and your family’s safety. Now, Michelin Tires was… …
GM 2.4 Ecotec Timing Chain Problem Explained
The GM 2.4L Ecotec engine has powered some of GM’s most popular models during the 2010s. From the Chevy Malibu to the Polaris Slingshot, the 2.4 Ecotec can be found in a wide variety of vehicles. What the 2.4 Ecotec might be most well known for though was its tendency to have timing chain failure.… …