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Battery electric cars, or BEVs, use stored electricity in a battery pack to power an electric motor. This turns the wheels of the car. When exhausted, or emptied of energy, these batteries are recharged using grid electricity, from a wall socket or a charging unit,...
Conventional cars are killing our future. The science is in: conventional, petrol or diesel-powered automobiles are choking our planet. How much are petrol vehicles contributing to global warming? A NASA study from 2010 declared that automobiles were officially...
What is high-voltage wiring? In hybrid vehicles, the car is partially powered by a high-voltage battery. In order for the battery to operate properly, it must be correctly wired and connected to various components. Most hybrid cars will feature the following...
About the driveshaft: The driveshaft is a large, cylinder-shaped shaft which transmits torque and rotational energy between the engine and wheels. It rotates at high speeds which then turns a geat to rotate the wheels. In order for a driveshaft to work correctly, it...
What does the combination valve do? A combination valve (also known as a proportioning valve or brake valve) is a common part found in vehicles with front brake discs and rear brake drums. As its name suggests, the combination valve takes on a combination of different...
A loose or weak feeling in the steering of a car can be attributed to various factors. Common causes include worn steering components like tie rods or ball joints, improper wheel alignment, low or contaminated power steering fluid, malfunctioning power steering pump,...
