Modern diesel engines perform exceptionally well at 1,100 to 1,200 rpm. They deliver peak torque just a few hundred rpm above idle, and peak horsepower somewhere around 1,500 or 1,600 rpm. But what ...

SINGAPORE - If conventional cars use a vacuum-assisted booster for the brakes, how do hybrid and electric cars perform the same function? Electric vehicles (EVs) have no engine to produce a vacuum, ...

Engine braking isn't some secret technique reserved for manual drivers. Fundamentally, it's simply easing off the throttle and letting the engine's internal resistance help slow down your car. When ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — If you live near a downhill section of freeway, you've no doubt heard that staccato-like rumbling of big semis trying to slow down. It reverberates through nearby neighborhoods like ...

An engine brake, often referred to as a compression release engine brake or Jake brake (a brand name that has become synonymwith engine brakes), is a device used in internal combustion engines, ...

When owning a car, consistent, thorough maintenance is key. If you want to get the most out of your vehicle and prevent paying for costly repairs, it's crucial to take care of little things and avoid ...

The dirtier the work is, the more important the job usually is. Brake work falls into this category: DOT 3 brake fluid bubbles paint; air in the brake system can be hard to remove; and many fittings, ...