Usually, white steam or smoke coming from the engine hood is a sign that you have engine overheating issues. What happens when you see smoke coming from under hood but not overheating? What could be...
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What Causes Black Smoke from a Diesel Engine During Hard Acceleration?
Diesel engines make louder noise and emit darker-colored smoke than petrol engines. While a puff of black smoke may seem normal with diesel engines, a cloud of black smoke should be a concern. Still,...
A steering wheel knob is a device attached to a vehicle’s steering wheel to enhance the ease of turning the wheel. As the name implies, it is shaped exactly like a doorknob. Several vehicle...
There are many reasons you see that little monster—check engine light after getting gas. It could be a damaged seal on the gas cap, a loose gas cap, a broken vacuum hose, or bad fuel. Newer...
Side mirrors are essential safety features in cars that help you see vehicles coming behind you within 200 feet. The purpose of the side mirrors is to help you avoid accidents when changing lanes,...
Every vehicle component has its purpose, no matter how small or irrelevant you think they are—some are for safety, some for aesthetics, some for power, and some for other reasons. One of the small...
