For an engine to create propulsion, it first needs a few core ingredients. The process begins with fuel being pumped through the car's fuel lines and into the combustion chamber. This is where fuel ...

General Motors's Active Fuel Management (AFM) technology utilizes hydraulic valves, solenoids, and advanced software to shut down half of the cylinders in a V8 or V6 engine to save fuel. The system ...

I own a 1991 Corvette that’s developed an unusual problem: It will not start when cold unless I squirt ether starting fluid into the intake manifold, at which point it starts immediately. Once started ...

A motor vehicle - and especially its powertrain - is a complex machine that relies on the smooth, almost harmonious interaction between thousands of parts, regardless if it's a low-worry sedan like a ...

You probably already know that your car relies on various different fluids to help it run smoothly. Two of the most well-known and recognizable of those fluids are engine oil and fuel, which, in many ...

Many gas stations host diesel pumps that can be easily confused with gas pumps. Pumping diesel into your gas car can wreak havoc on its systems, forcing you to call a tow truck and mechanic.

Joseph is a writer and editor with an unhealthy interest in everything automotive. Father by day, he spends his nights reading and writing about fast cars, exotic brands, and the latest automotive ...

One of the most ignored areas of building and maintaining a race car is the fuel system. The fuel tank, filters, vent system, and fuel line size all must be designed to work together to supply the ...