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Peuggeot Quartz Concept ‘Rocks’ the SUV Crossover Market

The Peugeot Quartz’s engine/motor combinations combined with undercar responsiveness and vehicle intuitiveness, will ensure ­unparalleled enjoyment from behind the wheel.

Tomorrow’s Tech October 2014 Crossword Solution

Across 1. Valvetrain parts, perhaps 5. S in tire’s M+S marking 9. Buckets and benches 10. Engine output, in a way 11. One end of combination wrench 12. Vintage-vehicle revitalizer 14. Two-wheel personal-transporter brand 16. Franchised vehicle vendor 19. Mechanics’ conversations (4,4) 20. Hub protrusion 23. Interior door feature 24. Roof with removable panel 25.

Tomorrow’s Tech October 2014 Crossword

Across 1. Valvetrain parts, perhaps 5. S in tire’s M+S marking 9. Buckets and benches 10. Engine output, in a way 11. One end of combination wrench 12. Vintage-vehicle revitalizer 14. Two-wheel personal-transporter brand 16. Franchised vehicle vendor 19. Mechanics’ conversations (4,4) 20. Hub protrusion 23. Interior door feature 24. Roof with removable panel 25.

Diagnosing And Replacing Active Motor Mounts

A “tunable” motor mount that can change its dampening characteristics has a significant NVH advantage over a passive hydromount or a solid mount.

Chrysler 3.5L SOHC V6 Engine (Service Notes)

If ever there was a service opportunity ripe for the taking, Chrysler’s 3.5L SOHC V6 engine (and its 2.7L, 3.2L and 4.0L cousins) is it.

Converting the Masses: Turning a Gas Powered Vehicle into an EV

While some will choose to purchase a new EV, there has been a growing group of enthusiasts who would rather convert or have someone else switch their petroleum-burning vehicles into electric drive.

A Clean Fuel Tank Improves A Fuel Pump’s Diet

Fuel pump replacement comebacks can be costly and can hurt your reputation. One of the leading causes of failure is the tank. If a vehicle gets 20 miles to the gallon, then more than 5,000 gallons of gas (from many stations) will go through the tank in 100,000 miles. And during this time, sediment, rust

Tomorrow’s Tech August 2014 Crossword Solution

Across 1. Cylinder sliders 5. Components returned for remanufacture 8. Unexpected engine stoppage 9. Combustion ____, explosive area 10. Inertia ____ seat belt 11. Mirror image (4,4) 13. Franchised vehicle vendor 15. Two-prong fastener, ____ pin 18. Ruined-fastener description 19. CV-joint cover 22. Engine-hood support (4,3) 23. Cylinder-repair sleeve 24. Showroom transactions 25. Increases cylinder’s

Tomorrow’s Tech August 2014 Crossword

Across 1. Cylinder sliders 5. Components returned for remanufacture 8. Unexpected engine stoppage 9. Combustion ____, explosive area 10. Inertia ____ seat belt 11. Mirror image (4,4) 13. Franchised vehicle vendor 15. Two-prong fastener, ____ pin 18. Ruined-fastener description 19. CV-joint cover 22. Engine-hood support (4,3) 23. Cylinder-repair sleeve 24. Showroom transactions 25. Increases cylinder’s

10 Tips to Improve Job Searches

Take our advice and eliminate little mistakes that have a huge impact on finding your next auto technician job.

Jeep Cherokee Dakar Concept Tackles the Terrain

Environmental Protection: Jeep’s latest concept vehicle is ready to handle the trails and rugged terrain of the harshest environments.

Lessons in BMW Variable Capacity A/C Systems

Despite the many advances in A/C systems during the past 10 years, it’s important for technicians to understand basic theories of operation. Understanding how a system moves heat from the confined space of the passenger compartment and dissipates it into the atmosphere will assist the technician in analyzing system failures and performing the required maintenance