The engine is mounted sideways. The fan belt will be over one of the tires rather than in the very front of the vehicle. This is common in front-wheel-drive cars. This enables the car to be more compact because the space under the hood is used more efficiently and provides better weight distribution. Read More »
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Valve
A device that can be opened (fully or partially) and closed to meter or prevent the flow of a liquid or gas. Most internal combustion engines use intake and exhaust valves to control the fuel air mixture into the cylinders and to exhaust burnt gases. Some engines have three, four or even more valves per cylinder to increase total valve ... Read More »
Warm-Up
The laps taken on the track prior to the race used to warm up the tires, transmission, engine fluids and other components of the race car before the start of the event. Read More »
Airbag Related Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
What is an on-off switch? An on-off switch allows an air bag to be turned on and off. The on-off switch can be installed for the driver, passenger, or both. To limit misuse, a key must be used to operate the on-off switch. When the air bag is turned off, a light comes on. There is a message on or ... Read More »
Ford Mustang In Contention for Postage Stamp
The Mustang has been nominated for a stamp along with other historical images from the 1960s. Mustang will compete against 29 other proposed images from that era. Read More »
Agent Fee
The fee taken by the agents that collect registration fees in some states. Enables the consumer to avoid the hassle of going to a government office in person. Read More »
Black Flag
Black flag means return to your pit for consultation. This is the dreaded flag that no driver wants to see. It means “go to your pit, get off the racetrack, you’ve done something wrong.” Often it means a driver is dumping fluids on the track making it dangerous, or was speeding on the pit road, which is against the rules. Read More »
Caliper
A housing that fits over the brake disc and holds the pistons and brake pads. Connected to the master cylinder via a hose that is called the brake line. Read More »
Clutch Lever
On modern motorcycles, this is located on the left handlebar. Squeezing the clutch lever against the handgrip disengages the clutch. The clutch is engaged when the lever is released. Read More »
Cubic Inch Engine
The total displacement of an engine expressed in cubic inches. This is the total volume within an engine devoted to the combustion which produces power. Read More »
