The Inner Workings of Variable Valve Timing Technology
Variable valve timing (VVT) is a way to advance/retard valve timing, and change duration, overlap and even lift in some applications while the engine is running. VVT is computer-controlled and typically uses oil pressure to change the position of a phaser mechanism on the end of the camshaft to advance or retard cam timing. VVT
WardsAuto Announces its Top 10 Engine List
It’s that time again. WardsAuto’s annual 10 Best Engines List has been announced, and this year the list is more diverse than ever. WardsAuto editors evaluate engines over a two-month testing period for its annual “10 Best Engines” list. Engines are selected according to a number of objective and subjective criteria in everyday driving situations, including
Bodyworks: The Slow Move to Carbon Fiber Cars
First it came to Formula 1, then to super cars, and now BMW has become the first manufacturer to embrace the ultralight composite on a mass produced series of models. The i3 city car has become the first mass produced carbon fiber model, with extensive use of the composite for the cockpit, body panels, roof,
Tenneco To Drive Tech Training Programs at Technical Schools
Popular Monroe and Walker programs help connect industry partners with students to provide undercar education. The Monroe Ride & Drive seminar and Walker Emissions Control Diagnostics workshop are two popular training programs developed by Tenneco to help drive improved shop efficiency and improve the consumer experience. New this year, the program now provides a venue for industry parts professionals and technicians of
Proper Lug Nut and Lug Bolt Replacement
by Sean Phillips If there’s one thing tire techs deal with more than tires, it’s lug nuts. There’s quite a bit of knowledge and technique that goes into dealing with lug nuts and lug bolts. They’re relatively small parts under extremely large forces, and they are absolutely critical to holding the wheel on your customer’s
Book Report: Auto Brand: Building Successful Car Brands for the Future
With the history of the car industry being largely a history of brands, industry expert Anders Parment discusses car brands and car buying changes in his new book Auto Brand, charting the shift from over 40 leading car makers in 1970 to the current 10. With findings from original research – 4,700 survey answers and
CRP Offers Contitech Accessory Drive System Service Poster
CRP Automotive, a leading source of OE-quality replacement and service parts, has developed a special ContiTech Accessory Drive System Service Poster, which is part of an overall support program for its ContiTech Serpentine Belts and Accessory Drive Kits. The poster is designed to promote awareness and educate consumers about the need and benefits of maintaining
CRP Offers Contitech Accessory Drive System Service Poster
The poster is designed to promote awareness and educate consumers about the need and benefits of maintaining a properly serviced accessory drive system.
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.
Fuel For Thought – Issues That Pertain To “Bad Gas” In Today’s Market
Bad gasoline is not a myth. Fouled fuel found in a vehicle tank can usually be linked to a few suspects — it either came from the refinery, the distributor or the filling station down the street from your customer.