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10 car technical advice articles

What is a plug-in hybrid and should you get one?
Everyone knows what a hybrid car is - the Prius is a popular example of one - but do you know what a plug-in hybrid is? And no, they aren't the same thing.
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Relax, that CVT drone is perfectly 'normal'
Wondering why your car emits a droning sound whenever you accelerate hard? We explain why CVTs tend to have this issue.
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First-time hybrid owner? Relax, your fuel gauge isn't broken
If you're new to hybrids, you might notice your fuel gauge moves slower than in an ICE car. Don't worry, this is perfectly normal.
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Relax, it's just the Stop-Start System
Does your engine randomly 'stall' or shut-off when your car is stationary? Don't worry, it's just the Stop-Start System, and your car is fine!
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What they don't tell you: Your pop and bang map isn't anti-lag and it isn't doing anything for your car's performance
Pop and bang, or crackle tune - call it what you like, but it doesn't add to the performance of your car. Oh, and it doesn't sound good to most people either.
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Six car features you (probably) didn't learn about in driving school
You've recently gotten your driving licence, acquired your first car, and have noticed features in it that you've never seen before. Here are six examples of such car features and how to use them properly.
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A guide to car parts under the hood of your car
Knowing what's in the engine bay is important for car owners. Here's a guide to car parts under the hood - the engine, radiator, fluid reservoirs and more.
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Wobbling wheels - what's causing them?
Wobbling wheels can be caused by a variety of factors, from kerb strikes to unbalanced tyres. Torque's resident mechanical engineer addresses this issue.
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Spark plugs - why you should replace them
Spark plugs are essential engine components that must be periodically replaced. Here's why you should heed your mechanic's advice.
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Turbochargers and force induction
Automotive turbos have been widely used in production cars since more than four decades ago. Find out how turbocharging technologies have evolved.
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10 car technical advice articles

What is a plug-in hybrid and should you get one?

Relax, that CVT drone is perfectly 'normal'

First-time hybrid owner? Relax, your fuel gauge isn't broken

Relax, it's just the Stop-Start System

What they don't tell you: Your pop and bang map isn't anti-lag and it isn't doing anything for your car's performance

Six car features you (probably) didn't learn about in driving school

A guide to car parts under the hood of your car

Wobbling wheels - what's causing them?

Spark plugs - why you should replace them

Turbochargers and force induction

10 car technical advice articles

What is a plug-in hybrid and should you get one?

Relax, that CVT drone is perfectly 'normal'

First-time hybrid owner? Relax, your fuel gauge isn't broken

Relax, it's just the Stop-Start System

What they don't tell you: Your pop and bang map isn't anti-lag and it isn't doing anything for your car's performance

Six car features you (probably) didn't learn about in driving school

A guide to car parts under the hood of your car

Wobbling wheels - what's causing them?

Spark plugs - why you should replace them

Turbochargers and force induction

10 car technical advice articles

What is a plug-in hybrid and should you get one?

Relax, that CVT drone is perfectly 'normal'

First-time hybrid owner? Relax, your fuel gauge isn't broken

Relax, it's just the Stop-Start System

What they don't tell you: Your pop and bang map isn't anti-lag and it isn't doing anything for your car's performance

Six car features you (probably) didn't learn about in driving school

A guide to car parts under the hood of your car

Wobbling wheels - what's causing them?

Spark plugs - why you should replace them

Turbochargers and force induction