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Does More Horsepower Mean Fewer MPG?

October 4, 2019

You may have heard at some point that there is a relationship between horsepower and miles per gallon that you need to consider when making modifications to your vehicle’s engine. The theory here is that more horsepower results in the…

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The Importance of Proper Fuel Systems for Modifications

September 9, 2019

The manufacturer’s original specifications for a vehicle might not perfectly meet your needs. In these cases, you can modify the car to increase power, reliability or economy. These modifications can greatly enhance the performance of the vehicle and the enjoyment…

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CAN Bus in Automotive Applications

June 19, 2019

The car area network (CAN) bus protocol is a unique electronic messaging application that’s used extensively in most modern cars. The CAN bus protocol allows the different computerized elements of the vehicle to communicate with one another. Modern cars may…

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A Brief Overview of ECUs

June 5, 2019

Cars today are increasingly dependent on digital technologies to keep them running smoothly and effectively. This means that mechanics providing specialized car maintenance in Santa Rosa, CA need to possess a thorough knowledge of the best way to manage digital…

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The Power of Air Density

April 15, 2019

It’s popularly thought that the most significant factor in engine performance is whether the vehicle has a V8 or a certain number of horsepower. One commonly overlooked factor is air density, which is crucial to generating engine power. The fact…

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