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In Praise of the Humble 12-Volt Battery 

Brake & Front End

It was just 6 volts, and its primary purpose at the time was to store the electrical energy the starter would use to crank the engine mechanically and to power the headlight (before the electric light, an oil lamp was used and “started” with a match). The ECU is prompted to start the engine when the brake is released.

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What's Your Favorite Car From The 1980s?

Jalopnik

But the Grand National might have just popped into my mind because my air conditioning repair man started chewing my ear off about his Buick Grand National, and thats from someone who had no idea what I do for a living. liter flat-12 engine. And then Buick pushed things even further with the GNX.

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When Was The Last Time You Saw A Laforza This Clean?

Jalopnik

The partially Iveco-based Magnum was fairly trucky, using a turbodiesel engine or either a supercharged four-cylinder from Lancia or a V6 from Alfa Romeo, though it did have a nice leather-lined interior. Later European models got BMW inline-6 gas and turbodiesel engines , too. For the U.S. Maybe it was repainted?

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How to Choose the Best Used Family Cars Without Breaking the Bank

Auto Service World

Modern entertainment systems with Bluetooth, touchscreens, and smartphone integration can keep both parents and kids happy on long journeys. The Focus is comfortable, handles well, and has efficient engines. Even older models often have features like air conditioning and electric windows. The E-Class has a powerful 2.0L

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At $12,000, Would You Be Ready To Bug Out In This 1987 Dodge B350 Camper Van?

Jalopnik

He was seeking a safer solution for wheat threshing than the open-fire steam engines that were then common and, on occasion, would set the field in which they were working ablaze. He came up with a single-cylinder gasoline-fueled engine mounted in a converted steam engine frame.

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Top 10 Summer Road Trip Essentials Auto Repair Shops Should Recommend to Customers

AutoFix

This service covers brakes, lights, engine, and transmission, catching potential issues early to prevent breakdowns. Key Inspection Points: Brakes Lights and indicators Engine and transmission Fluid levels Battery health 2. Recommend a battery health check to ensure it’s in good condition.

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Alternator Replacement in Denver, CO

RepairSmith

It generates electricity to power essential electrical systems, such as headlights, ignition systems, air conditioning, and entertainment systems, while simultaneously recharging your battery as you drive. When your engine runs, the alternator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.