Modern vehicles are equipped with numerous automotive electronics. One of the most important electronics found in vehicles today are sensors. Sensors ensure that your vehicle is able to detect objects and adjust accordingly to prevent a collision, as well as provide the driver with information about their current speed or if they are too close to another object. There are many different types of sensors used in modern vehicles, but this article will focus on the most common ones: acceleration, braking, inclination, temperature and pressure sensors
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Overflow and extension tanks are part of a car’s cooling system, which is used when the car’s radiator cannot fit enough water to cool the engine. When these tanks are full, they overflow into the main tank and cool it down further; when they’re empty, the engine will overheat. Extension tanks work with an outside temperature sensor that tells the car’s engine management unit (EMU) when to activate the cooling fan, so that it can bring in more air and cool down the liquid in the radiator quickly enough.
Over the last two decades, GPS navigation has become a key component in everything from air travel to house hunting. Even if you’re looking for 5-star dining in Sydney’s CBD, GPS is what allows a travel app on your smartphone to tell you precisely where you need to go. That’s why it’s no surprise that when you combine GPS’s pinpointing capability with the widespread coverage of wireless communications, it makes an excellent security shield for cars and trucks. Vehicular theft is an ever-present reality in Australia, and it justifies the kind of subtle oversight and location sensing that GPS has to offer. One Australian company has taken this real-time positioning benefit to a new level by developing a complete GPS/GLONASS-backed solution specifically for safeguarding personal [&hellip
Grinding, thumping, rattling, clunking, banging, popping, screeching and whining. These are Just a few of the annoying noises that you’ll hear from the inside of a car. And some can go on long and loud enough to drive you mad. If this is you, it’s time to check where those sounds come from and get them sorted
Mazda’s mid-sized BT50 is unquestionably one of the toughest and most powerful utes sold in Australia. The third, and the latest generation of BT50s share the same indestructible platform as Isuzu’s D-Max, so it’s no wonder that tradies, chippies, and off-roaders have such a fondness for these Australian-inspired trucks. Their 4×2 and 4×4 powertrains and suspensions are built to last forever, and they’re surefooted enough to haul cargo anywhere it’s needed
Whether it’s on their way to the job site, or taking the family on holiday, Ford Ranger owners put a lot of wear and tear on their seat covers
Car gauges help keep track of the vehicle’s oil and temperature levels. The gauge itself usually consists of a circle with an indicator needle that moves across the screen depending on what temperature or oil level is being monitored. Most modern gauges also include small icons to indicate when the engine needs oil or coolant, or if there is too much pressure in one of those systems
While most of us associate Toyota with affordable cars that just last forever, the company nevertheless has a few performance gems in its model lineup. The GR Yaris is effectively a road-legal rally car pumping out 200kW from an engine no bigger than three pints of beer. The revised GR 86 builds on the driving credentials of the first-gen car by adding crisper steering, a stiffer suspension layout, and a bit more grunt. Big thrills and the fastest acceleration times are in Toyota’s fastest production car to date, the BMW co-developed coupe, the Supra. All cars have a lot to offer. But if you’re after more performance, higher top speeds, and the ultimate road holding, a few aftermarket accessories can get you there
From fuel and oil levels, to water and exhaust temperatures, today’s cars and trucks are equipped with every kind of dashboard, console, and pillar mounted gauge imaginable keeping drivers informed about the status of their vehicle. Invariably, the higher a vehicle’s performance is, the more information the driver needs to have. That’s why it’s no surprise that vehicles outfitted with high performance equipment like turbochargers, water injection, and air suspension come with an even wider selection of gauges. As such, they take readings on turbo boost, water/methanol flow, and air pressure. It’s not uncommon for gauges to gradually develop faults or stop working, though – and while a faulty fuel gauge is an inconvenience, a faulty turbo boost gauge can result in a ruined motor [&hellip
The cooling system in your vehicle plays an important role in keeping the engine from overheating, but it can be complicated to know when your car needs a cool-down. Here are some signs that will help you understand when it’s time for a cool down session