What is an engine block heater and how does it work?

If you live in a region with below freezing temps, you may have heard of engine block heaters. Here's what they are, the ...
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How the thermostat regulates engine temperature

Engineers design modern engines to run in a narrow temperature window where power, efficiency, and emissions all line up. The ...
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Waterless Engine Coolant and Cooling System Basics

Author's note: In the Jan. '09 issue of HPP, the technical article "Keep a Cool Head" described installing Evans NPG coolant in a Pontiac engine, along with other modifications. Due to the varied ...
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Can You Add Coolant When The Engine Is Hot (And What Happens If You Do?)

When it comes to car trouble, few issues can produce blind panic in a driver faster than an engine overheating. Likewise, there are few car problems that can result to more expensive repairs, with ...
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Colder temperatures can mess with car's fluid levels

ABILENE, Texas — When the seasons get colder, it can affect your car’s performance, and while some things are easy to identify like low tire pressure, most people aren't checking for their car’s ...