Cars
Powershift automatic transmission: device, principle of operation, reviews of car owners
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The automotive industry does not stand still. Every year there are more and more new engines, boxes. Ford was no exception. So, a few years ago, he developed a robotic dual-clutch gearbox. She got the name Powershift
Hydromechanical gearbox: principle of operation and device
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Despite the growing popularity of automatic transmission cars, classic mechanics are still held in high esteem by many drivers. It is more reliable than automatic transmission. But during operation, the driver is constantly forced to work with the clutch pedal. This causes some inconvenience, especially in a traffic jam
Power window mechanism - device, features and reviews
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From time to time, every car owner has to lower the windows in the car. It doesn’t matter what it is connected with - with the need to smoke while driving, hand over any documents or just ventilate the cabin. At first glance, the operation of the power window seems very simple - you press the button and wait until the window opens. But not everything is so clear. Well, let's take a closer look at the window regulator mechanism and its principle of operation
Negative camber. Why do negative camber rear wheels
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In recent years, a huge number of motorists have become interested in the topic of negative camber on the rear axle. There are hundreds of rumors on the Internet that in this way you can increase manageability. Now breakup plates are often advertised. Let's see if this adjustment is so useful for the average car owner
Wiper motor: maintenance and repair. Wipers not working: what to do?
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The windshield cleaning system on a car should be serviced periodically. This is necessary for its proper operation, because the system can fail at the most inopportune moment. To prevent this from happening, you need to follow a few simple recommendations. Let's see how the wiper motor is serviced and repaired, what are the weak points of the system and what to pay attention to first of all
Additional high beam headlights. Additional headlight: arguments for and against
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The article is about additional headlights. Different types of additional optics are considered, their advantages and disadvantages are given
Antifreeze gets into the oil: possible causes and their elimination
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The car engine is provided with a lubrication and cooling system. These are two indispensable components of any internal combustion engine. These systems use different fluids, which during normal operation of the motor should not intersect with each other. However, if any element fails, oil appears in the antifreeze. The reasons may be different. Well, let's take a closer look at this problem
Xenon lamps for car
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Xenon car lamps are known for their bright glow, which is very convenient for the driver. What else they are good for, read in the article
How to choose a car receiver? How to connect a receiver?
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The article is devoted to car receivers. Recommendations are given on the choice of device, installation and connection
What is an idle valve
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An important part of a modern engine is the idle valve. Out of ignorance, many motorists may often refer to it as an idle speed sensor. In domestic VAZ cars, this device is called an idle speed regulator, in GAS - an additional air regulator, and in carburetor engines - an electro-pneumatic valve
Cold engine start: essence and important nuances
Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06
With the advent of winter for the car, as well as for its owner, black days begin: ice, icy windows, frozen door and trunk locks, frozen brake pads … But the biggest problem is the cold start of the engine. How to save yourself from engine problems in winter, and how to start it in cold weather, is described in this article
Purpose, features of the device and the principle of operation of the car starter
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As you know, to start a car engine, you need to turn the crankshaft several times. On the first machines, this was done manually. But now all cars are equipped with starters that allow you to rotate the shaft without any effort. The driver only needs to insert the key into the lock and turn it to the third position. Then the motor will start without problems. What is this element, what is the purpose and principle of operation of the starter? We will talk about this in our today's article
Crankcase ventilation system: device, types, principle of operation
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At present, despite the rapid development of technology, it is not possible to create a completely sealed pair of friction parts - a cylinder and a piston ring. Therefore, combustion products accumulate in the internal combustion engine over time during operation
How do alternator belts work and what are they for?
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Alternator belts are devices used to transmit the rotation of the internal combustion engine to its auxiliary units. Some devices are capable of driving several mechanisms at once. This part can affect the pump, the hydraulic power steering pump, various compressors and even the generator. In order for all of the above mechanisms to work smoothly and smoothly, it is necessary to replace the part in a timely manner, and, if necessary, adjust its tension
Phase sensor "Kalina". Replacing the phase sensor
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Using the phase sensor, it is possible to track the position of the camshaft. It is not installed in carburetor engines; they were not on the first copies of injection systems either. But it can be found in almost all engines with 16 valves. An eight-valve engine is equipped with such devices only if they comply with Euro-3 toxicity standards, have a phased or sequentially distributed injection of the fuel mixture
Front bumper. Production and features
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Modern manufacturers produce bumpers that provide an additional level of safety for both the car and pedestrians. The materials from which the production of these parts is carried out, endow them with increased strength
How and why you need to adjust the idle speed of the engine
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The article discusses the main reasons why a car engine may not work at idle. In some cases, simple solutions are given that you can fix with your own hands
McLaren MP4-12C: specifications, price and photos of the supercar
Last modified: 2025-06-01 05:06
At the mention of a brand like McLaren, many people immediately pop up memories of popular teams participating in Formula 1 races in expensive supercars. Of the latter, we can mention the McLaren MP4-12C. This is one of the best sports racing cars ever made. The world premiere of this vehicle took place at the Frankfurt Motor Show (Germany) in 2010. He then made his debut in 2011 at the 24 Hours of Spa (on the Belgian Circuit)
BYD S6: specifications, price, photos, reviews
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BYD Co., LTD was founded seventeen years ago. She began with the production of batteries. Currently specializes in the production of cars. Let's take a closer look at the BYD S6 model
Datsun ("AvtoVAZ"): specifications, reviews, prices and photos
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This is a new budget sedan, which is assembled at the Togliatti Automobile Plant. The body is designed jointly with the well-known concern Nissan. The novelty will be available at the end of 2014. To get more information about this budget car, we advise you to read the article to the end
Handbrake. Necessity or hindrance?
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Handbrake was originally designed to prevent accidental movement of the car in the parking lot. The system is designed in such a way that when the lever is raised, the cables clamp the pads and the car remains stationary. Although experienced drivers prefer not to use the handbrake at all, especially in winter. The brake is the inclusion of the gear when the engine is off, this not only increases the service life of the handbrake, but also avoids freezing of the brake pads in winter
Cheap crossovers of all brands: review, photo, comparison and reviews
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Modern SUVs look powerful and solid. No wonder so many people buy them. And no less number of motorists want to take possession of the crossover. But there is one problem - the price. More precisely, it is motorists who consider the cost of crossovers a problem. But in vain, because today there are a lot of good budget models, and I would like to list them
"Mercedes 814": review, specifications, description and reviews
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"Mercedes 814" is a quality German truck. It was produced in the 80-90s of the last century and was known under the name Vario, like its followers. So what are its features?
All-wheel drive "Largus". "Lada Largus Cross" 4x4: description, specifications, equipment
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Trends in the modern automotive market require the release of models that combine maneuverability and excellent cross-country ability. One of these cars was the new all-wheel drive "Largus". The modified station wagon with crossover characteristics won one of the leading positions in the ratings, hitting the top ten popular cars a few months after the official start of sales
Mercedes-Vaneo: specifications, features, reviews
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Domestic motorists are sure that Mercedes cars simply have to be massive and large. Manufacturers want this brand of cars to exist on the market as much as possible. And it is desirable that the cars were different. In Germany, quite successfully, people buy both executive models and compact family ones. The company seeks to involve the residents of Russia in this as well - they began to supply Mercedes-Vaneo to the country
How to calculate battery charging time: complete instructions
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Charging requires not only a completely dead battery (it is not desirable to bring it to this point), but also a battery that is in operation. Only here the charging time will be different for them. Often it is from 8 to 12 hours. Our article will help you calculate how much you need to charge a car battery using direct current
"Bugatti Veyron": the history of the most powerful and fastest car
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The fastest and most powerful, and therefore the most expensive car on the planet, whose operation is allowed on all public highways, is the Bugatti Veyron. The debut of the model took place in 1999 during the Tokyo Motor Show
Reducing valves: device and principle of operation
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Reducing valves are mechanisms that are designed to maintain low pressure in the discharged fluid stream. Most often, such tools are used in hydraulic drives, in which several devices are powered from one pump at once. In this case, pressure reducing valves normalize the pressure under which liquid is supplied to all consumers, that is, an excessively increased or, conversely, reduced pressure does not occur in the system
Gasoline filter: where it is, the frequency of replacement, the quality of gasoline at gas stations
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The power system is one of the most important in any car. It includes various pipes, lines, pumps, a fine fuel filter, a coarse one, and so on. In today's article, we will consider in detail the device of one of the nodes of the system, namely the filter. How does it work and where is it located? We will answer these and many other questions in our article today
Valve lifter: description and photo
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In any internal combustion engine there is a valve timing system. It includes a chain or belt drive, gears, intake and exhaust valves. The latter regulate the supply and release of the fuel-air mixture, which burns in the cylinder chamber. It also uses an engine valve tappet. What is this device and what are its features? All this - further in our article
Parking brake: device and principle of operation
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The brake system of a car is a system whose purpose is active traffic safety, its increase. And the more perfect and reliable it is, the safer the operation of the car becomes
Engine overhaul. Tips & Tricks
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In the modern technological world, the repair of various components and assemblies is becoming increasingly popular. Engine overhaul is a rather complicated process, which, in addition to skill, also requires good theoretical training. Of course, in order to eliminate the breakdown as quickly and efficiently as possible, it is necessary to conduct a thorough analysis and assessment of the state of the unit, which, of course, cannot be dispensed with without diagnostics
Why do we need a fuel pump?
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The fuel pump is an important device in the fuel system of vehicles. This unit is responsible for the supply of fuel
What is brake fluid?
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What is brake fluid? This is a special substance to ensure the braking of the car. Naturally, it is in a liquid state and puts pressure on the brakes after pressing the pedal
Engine number: is it really needed?
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What is an engine number and why is it needed? Now in Russia, as well as abroad, it is not used to identify a car, but performs service functions
Keychain alarm - a means of controlling the security system of the car
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The most reliable means of protecting the machine from encroachment is to install an alarm. Many owners resort to this method and, as they say, sleep peacefully. Disabling, enabling, reprogramming the security mechanism is helped by a special alarm key fob that comes with each system
What is the name of the smallest car in the world?
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Many women prefer small and economical vehicles. So they want to know what is the smallest car in existence? In fact, there are a lot of small cars, you can find them in the lineups of the most famous manufacturers. Further in the article, the smallest cars in the world will be described
Good cars: reviews. The best car
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Time goes forward by leaps and bounds. Technologies develop - new ones appear, old ones are improved. And this is reflected in the cars that we can see today. A few decades ago, it was even impossible to imagine that such machines would exist. However, our reality is that they exist and continue to appear. So which models are the best today?
Box DSG - reviews. DSG robotic gearbox - device, principle of operation, prices
Last modified: 2025-01-22 21:01
As you know, there are only a few types of transmissions in the world - mechanical, automatic, tiptronic and CVT. Each of them differs in its design and principle of operation. However, a few years ago, German engineers managed to combine "automatic" with "mechanics". As a result, this invention was called the DSG box. What is this transmission and what features does it have? All this later in our article
The most powerful car in the world this year
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In speed and power, people began to compete since the invention of steam-powered carts. With the development of technological progress, the thirst for speed has escalated to the limit