Diesel engines are similar to gasoline engine s in many ways. Both use pistons, connecting rods and crankshafts to turn fuel into motion. However, there are many key differences between diesel and gasoline engines, most notably how they ignite their fuel. Fuel Ignition Gasoline engines use a spark to ignite a mixture of air and gas inside each cylinder. Diesel …
The auto body technician — otherwise known as the auto body repairer or collision repair technician — is responsible for the repair and replacement of vehicle bodies and their parts. They perform collision repair for all kinds of vehicles, from cars and trucks to buses and motorcycles. Auto body technicians must be able to identify and correct problems with an …
We all know that auto collisions are an every-day event. They aren’t abnormal occurrences. But when one happens to you, it can feel incredibly surreal. After a claim has been filed with your insurance company and any medical issues have been resolved, you’re faced with yet another issue: auto body damage. If your vehicle is unable or unsafe to drive, …
Whether or not things are going to go back to normal, that’s no reason to wait to do the things you enjoy doing this year! Let 2021 be the year you go on more adventures, have more experiences, and enjoy life to its fullest. So, with this in mind, it’s time to take up hobbies that don’t require a whole …
When thinking about the biggest vehicle that can hit the streets, chances are you will think about either a bus or a commercial truck. A bus is a vehicle that is made to carry multiple passengers, and a commercial truck is an similar vehicle that is used for transporting cargo and could support a minimum number of human crew. Some …
Most car accidents aren’t the dramatic events you see in the movies. There are rarely complex forms of destruction complete with acrobatics of glass and steel. In reality, most car accidents are fender-benders. They’re awkward, annoying encounters that lead to insurance exchanges and a few words with a police officer. However, you’d be surprised how even minor car accidents can …
Towing a trailer is no easy task. This is something that takes the proper equipment and experience to do safely. If you are interested in learning about towing a trailer, just need to have a reminder about some of the best practices for towing a trailer, or just love to read about towing — you have come to the right …
A lot of avid off-roaders understand the importance of protective equipment and accessories for their vehicles. Whether it’s protective body armor, durable wheels and tires, or powerful lights, there are certain products that an off-roader just can’t do without. If you’re new to off-roading and want to be prepared for what’s to come, consider the following products and equipment. Bed …
No one likes being stuck in traffic. It is something that gets on our nerves to the point that we often lose site of the bigger picture. When you’re being substantially slowed down, rerouted, or brought to a standstill over an accident or roadside construction, it’s easy to forget what life would be like without the proper traffic control that …
Just about everyone has a computer of some sort today — whether it is a desktop, laptop, tablet or some other smart device. We are using them constantly throughout the day. Both for personal use as well as virtually every kind of business is using them. Many people spend their whole day of work at a computer. What does this …