Spark plug gapping may sound like one of those old-timey chores, like setting breaker points in a distributor or lubricating the frame, but having the proper spark plugs and ensuring they're properly ...

One of the best ways to gain automotive knowledge is simply by asking the two-word question: “What is (a part, theory, thing)?” and locking in the definition after it is given. We’ll take a flier and ...

In the past, car parts used to be rather finicky. You had to occasionally adjust the carburetor to ensure your car was getting the right amount of fuel. You had to check the coolant every season to ...

A gas engine needs fuel, air, and spark to get its internals chugging along. Take any of these out of the equation and the engine will have a fit. While the automotive industry shifts toward fully ...