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The decision between an SUV and a sedan in choosing a new car in 2024 is no longer an easy one. Both vehicle types have moved with the times to cater to different needs, lifestyles, and preferences, be it space and power with SUVs or distance traveled and smoothness of the drive with sedans. In the following guide, we explore each model's pros and cons to help you make a decision on which best fits your lifestyle. Whether fuel efficiency, cargo space, or driving dynamics top your list, understanding the differences will better set you up for a decision. Underlying ...

Introducing Fuel consumption, a topic that links irrevocably to both the wallet and the environment for any vehicle owner. Knowing what aspects greatly affect fuel consumption can help one make educated choices toward improving vehicle efficiency and bringing down resultant costs. Here are 10 key facts about fuel consumption that every driver should know, along with practical tips on how to clean your fuel injectors for improved gas mileage. What is Fuel Consumption? Fuel consumption refers to the amount of fuel consumed by a vehicle within a specified distance. It is usually measured in miles per gallon or liters with ...

Identified with dependability and innovation, Toyota has cut out a significant niche for itself in sports cars. With a history of performance coupled with modern styling, sports cars from Toyota have emerged as style and power icons. This paper looks into the allurement behind the sports cars offered by Toyota through the exploration of different models that have won the hearts of car enthusiasts globally. The Legacy of Toyota Sports Cars A Brief History Toyota's venture into the sports car segment began in the 1960s with the introduction of the Toyota 2000GT. This model paved the way for what was ...

Benefits of Kei Trucks Compact size and maneuverability They are made small and nimble, just for the tight and narrow alleyways, thick urban setups, and areas full of congestion. The small size makes for easy parking and maneuvering; for this reason, it can be of great benefit to businesses in urban settings or those that make many stops. Fuel Efficiency Some of the most attractive qualities of Kei trucks are that they are relatively fuel-efficient. By being designed with small yet capable engines, these autos consume significantly less fuel when compared to larger trucks and vans. This can lead to ...

If you are an enthusiast, you have probably already heard of JDM cars. But what exactly is JDM? JDM stands for Japanese Domestic Market, literally referring to cars and car parts that are meant for Japan. Such cars are pretty famous for their performance, reliability, and very different features from those you experience in models destined for other markets. The present article thus seeks to explore what has made JDM cars so special, focusing on some of the best examples of such vehicles and attempting to explain what it is that has car enthusiasts all over the world drooling. Image ...

Have you ever heard of spark plugs? They are an important part of a car engine, but what happens if you keep driving without changing the spark plugs? What is a spark plug? A spark plug is an engine part that ignites a mixture of petrol and oxygen as it enters the cylinder of the engine. The combustion of the air/fuel mixture in the cylinder drives the engine. Living up to their name, spark plugs usually spark a considerably high voltage of 10,000-30,000 volts in order to ignite the air/fuel mixture. The performance of the spark plugs are critical, as ...

Usually, a car’s oil lamp lights up briefly before starting the engine. However, when the oil lamp lights up while driving, this indicates the car is in a very dangerous condition. Cause of the oil lamp lighting up The oil lamp is a lamp that lights up and warns you when hydraulic pressure is decreasing. Cause of low oil pressure The main reasons for a drop in hydraulic pressure are as follows. Oil pump malfunctions As the vehicle’s mileage rises, the possibility the oil pump failing increases. If the oil pump fails, it won’t be able to suck up the ...

When you hear the word "engine brake" in a conversation, have you ever tried to pretend like you know what it means? There is even a funny story about a driver who said "Please give an engine brake" at the mechanic. What is engine braking? I will also introduce the mechanism and how to use it. What is engine braking? Engine braking is braking that uses the resistance of engine rotation. When the accelerator is depressed, the engine rotation speed rises to generate the power of the car, but when the accelerator is returned, the engine rotation drops, and the ...

Diesel engines are commonly associated with black smoke spewing from the exhaust, right? You can often see, on uphill slopes and the like, trucks spitting out black smoke from behind. I will tell you the reason why diesel engines produce black or white smoke. Black smoke and white smoke are signals of a dangerous engine Care must be taken when black smoke, white smoke, or both are emitted from the exhaust of a diesel engine. Depending on the cause, this may be a sign of a malfunction or failure of the engine, so if you leave it as it is, ...

When the battery warning light turns on while driving, it can make you panic, right? Actually, the battery warning light turning on does not mean that the battery is broken. I will tell you why the battery warning light illuminates and how to deal with it. What is the role of the battery warning light? The battery warning light is a warning light that lights up when there is an abnormality in the state of charge of the battery. Generally, the battery of a car is 12 V, and around 14 V while running, but it is voltage below a ...