Report Card: Clemson U Students Unleaseh Deep Orange 3 Concept
The Deep Orange 3 project encompasses the engineering and design of a 2015 concept vehicle for Generation Y drivers.
Undercover: How Vehicle Software Is Changing Braking Hardware
There was a time when advancements in brake technology were entirely hardware based. Today, electronics is driving most of the advancements in braking technology.
Service Advisor: Tackling Ford TPMS
Ford embraced Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) as early as the 2002 model year on the Explorer and Windstar. These systems can be direct or indirect.
Under The Hood: Changing Maintenance — Addressing Extending Oil And Filter Replacement Intervals
Auto manufacturers, in general, are continuing to reduce vehicle maintenance requirements by extending oil change intervals. But extended oil change intervals are a mixed blessing.
Recognizing Runout And Disc Thickness Variation – Tips To Decrease Comebacks
Replacing rotors on every brake job is not a cost-effective or efficient way to perform brake service.
Bearing Straights – Diagnosing Brinelling And Non-Noise Bearing Failures
In the good old days, most serviceable wheel bearings were maintained at least every 25,000 to 30,000 miles during a brake job. During this process, the races, stub axles and cages could be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary.
Deciphering the Da-VIN-ci Code
Making heads or tails of the all-too-important 17-digit Vehicle Identification Number.
Under the Hood: Solving Subaru Sealing Problems
Head gasket failure has been something Subaru has struggled with to some extent since the 1980s.
Industry Insight – Ready for a Diesel Resurgence?
Crackdown on emissions bypassing could lead to increased engine work
Undercover: Solutions to Stopping Brake-Related Comebacks
The following are 10 tips that can help you more efficiently and effectively solve a brake comeback due to noise.
Undercover: Deciphering a Honda Pilot Clicking Noise During Braking
Listen for one or more clicking noise from the front suspension while accelerating from a moderate stop (between normal and abrupt), or while braking.
Under the Hood: ‘Plugging’ Away at Ignition Diagnostics
Whatever the configuration, an ignition coil has three parts: a primary circuit, a secondary circuit and a soft-iron core