When a modern car suddenly loses power, refuses to shift properly, and crawls along at city speeds, it is usually not “dying” but protecting itself. Manufacturers program the engine and transmission ...

Engineers design modern engines to run in a narrow temperature window where power, efficiency, and emissions all line up. The thermostat sits at the center of that control, opening and closing a ...

(iSeeCars) – There are a lot of mechanical and electrical parts that work together to help your car run smoothly. The electronic control module (ECM) or powertrain control module (PCM) is the main ...

Since its U.S. release in 2000, the Toyota Prius has been the subject of both mockery and admiration. While some deride the hybrid for its inconspicuous look and lack of traditional power, others ...