What is the Difference Between Natural Gas & Fuel Oil?
Natural gas is a gas that occurs commonly in nature, while fuel oil is a man-made liquid extracted from naturally occurring crude oil.
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Zero Emissions? Not So Fast!
The first commercially available "Zero-emission" vehicle is finally here: The Nissan Leaf. Everyone thinks that it is the first true Zero emission vehicle, but it is not.
Should You Convert Your Car to Electric? You Should Consider It
The know how for converting cars to electric is over 150 years old but it's only in the last few years it's received the attention it deserves. With the threat of global warming reducing your carbon output is increasingly popular. Your car is a perfect place to start.
Electric Car Kits - Tips to Converting Your Car to Run on Electricity
How do electric car kits work to convert a normal car into an electric vehicle? Many car owners are really keen to find out the answer to the question. Ever since the prices of gasoline shot through roof, people are hungry for information that can help them to reduce their gasoline expense bill. One
Converting Car to Electric - Electric Car Wiring
The electric car has an elaborate wiring system. It is so because unlike the conventional vehicle which needs power only for the control its electric cal accessories such as wipers and headlamps, the electric car needs the wiring system for its motive power.
How to Drain Bobcat 751 Oil
The engine is located in the front of most vehicles. Because of this, the oil will be drained from the front of most vehicles, as the oil pan is located under the engine. In the Bobcat 751, as in most skid-steer loaders, the engine is located in the back. This leaves room for the operator to see wha
Electric Cars - The Time Has Come
Will we ever see electric powered cars racing in NASCAR? Probably not anytime soon.
Common Rail Diesel Fuel System
Although many associate the word "diesel" with the cackling, smelly smoke-belchers of yore, modern technologies such as common rail injection make these engines more than competitive with gasoline in terms of power and civility. Common rail injection is both an evolution of technologies that have be
The Effect of Ethanol Blends on Oxygen Sensors
In an effort to make automobiles more fuel-efficient and reduce emissions, gas companies mix ethanol into gasoline. In-car oxygen sensors detect levels of unburned oxygen in vehicle exhaust, but ethanol blends' impact on oxygen sensors remains the subject of ongoing study.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Conversions Guide - DIY Electric Car Conversion From Home
Most car owners are very concerned about the rising fuel prices. Generally an American household has more than one car. If gasoline prices were to increase by 1 dollar, the end result would be an inflated energy bill. Are there any ways we can remove our dependency on fossil fuel. One solution is to
The Electric Car Rise
Review on the electric car which involves the history of the Electric car. This article touches on the EV1, the first main stream electric vehicle and the Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf. The Chevrolet Volt and Nissan Leaf are two of the most recent electric vehicles to reach mainstream America.
Electric Cars Today (Part 1)
An electric car is, quite simply, an automobile that is powered by electricity. It has an electric motor and a controller for energising the motor. The energy is stored in its rechargeable batteries, which are re-energized by household electricity. That the electric car is 170 years old may sound su
What Is a 400 CC Engine?
The term 400cc refers to the size of a particular engine, with regard to its volume. A 400cc engine is frequently found on motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles or occasionally dirt bikes. The unit "cc" stands for cubic centimeters, which is used to quantify the volume of an engine. A 400cc engine mean
Types of Hybrid Engines
This engine is a strong hybrid type in the parallel class.Detailansicht Hybrid Motor image by 3rdTwin from Fotolia.comAll hybrid drivetrains do basically the same thing, but not all are created equal. There are two major types and two major classes of hybrid engines: "strong" vs. "weak"...
How to Compare Late-Model Cars
Owning a late-model car has two main benefits: the car has the latest features, such as OnStar, a communications system and GPS; and repairs are typically covered by warranty. If you are considering purchasing a late-model car, here are a few tips to help you to compare the benefits and features of
Types of Electric Automobiles
Electric automobiles can be grouped into three basic categories, DC electric, AC electric and fuel cell. Each one of these has its advantages and disadvantages and is being looked at as a viable alternative to fossil fuels for transportation. Each one is also being constantly developed and has progr
How to Run Electric Water Pumps in Street Cars
Cooling a vehicle's engine is a difficult job in the best of circumstances. Given the heat generated by thousands of fiery explosions every minute, the cooling system must be up to the task. Belt-driven water pumps have been the commonly used device in every make of vehicle since the time of Henry F
What Makes Hybrid Cars Run?
Hybrid Electric VehiclesA hybrid engine.The hybrid electric vehicle relies on a combination of a fossil fuel-fired international combustion engine and a battery-driven electric motor to run. There are three different hybrid technologies--each with its own balance between the fossil fuel...
How to Make a Hydrogen Generator for Free
A hydrogen generator gives your car engine the ability to run on hydrogen gas instead of gasoline. With the increase of fuel prices, there has been a growing concern about the costs of everyday travel. There has also been a concern about the pollution of the environment. A hydrogen generator help
Low-Rolling-Resistance Tires And The Effects On Fuel Economy
Most people know that keeping your tires properly inflated is a good way to increase your overall fuel economy. However, a lot of people don't know that the specific kind of tires that you use can further improve your gas mileage.