The least-complicated four-stroke engine, using the fewest number of parts and producing less horsepower than a multi-cylinder engine of equal displacement. Because the engine is smaller, it produces a bike that is lighter in overall weight, making it easier to ride. Read More »
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Standing Start
A form of race start that begins with the cars at a complete standstill. Read More »
Small Block
Please see Big Block. Read More »
Traction
Sticking to the ground or getting a grip on the road. If you don’t have traction when you are driving, your wheels are just spinning. Your tires won’t be transferring the car’s power to the road and you won’t get the full benefit of the work the engine in doing. If you completely lose traction (like on water) you won’t ... Read More »
Turbodiesel
A diesel engine fitted with a turbocharger. Read More »
Vtec Valve System
Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Lift Control. Changes intake and exhaust valve timing and lift so that it more closely matches the engine’s changing air-fuel needs. The result is maximum torque at all engine speeds and under all driving conditions. Read More »
Warning Tracks
The little ridges in the road that warn you of an upcoming tollbooth or another lane. Sometimes called “wake-up bumps” or “Bot’s Dots” — Mr. Bot got very rich off these. Read More »
Airbag On-Off Switch Installation Centers
NewCarBuyingGuide.com does not often update this list of companies who will install on-off switches. We are happy to take new listings but for a more comprehensive list, check the NHTSA website. Alabama Installers Found Scogin Brothers Auto 5315 Valley Road Fairfield, AL 35064 phone: 205-785-1123 GM Only Gulf Chrysler-Plymouth- Dodge 2801 South McKenzie Foley, AL 36535 phone: 334-943-5075 (DaimlerChrysler only – sale ... Read More »
Review of the Book “The Lady Mechanic’s Total Car Care For The Clueless” by Ren
This is an easy-to-use guide for people unfamiliar with how cars work -- and even those with automotive experience can benefit from its advice. Read More »
Axle Articulation
The degree to which an axle can move up and down. Off-road vehicles need a great deal of axle articulation to allow for extremely uneven terrain, such as rocks or gullies. Read More »
