Charlen holds a BA Languages & Culture degree and has over a decade of experience in automotive journalism. His work experience includes stints at CAR Mag and News24 Motoring. Charlen didn't grow up ...
There are times when you think that gas engines no longer offer the cheap thrills they used to. Because of that, maybe you've decided to go for a diesel swap. It might be for sane reasons, like to be ...
How does a torque converter work? A description of a torque converter and how it works, as well as the components involved, and how it transfers torque from the engine to the transmission. A look at ...
In this video, we cut a torque converter in half to explore its fascinating inner workings, revealing the many interesting components inside this machine. New video emerges in deadly LaGuardia plane ...
Owning a Cummins-powered rig is already a flex. That deep, rumbling idle. The way the turbo whistles when you roll into the throttle. The satisfying grunt as it effortlessly tows what would make most ...
Other than replacing tyres when they are due, what is the general practice necessary to keep tyres in good condition throughout their life? Tyre pressures are probably the most overlooked aspect of a ...
Some units of the 2025 Buick Enclave may be equipped with a transmission with a damaged turbine shaft seal. This problem could manifest as an illuminated “Service Engine Soon” (SES) light and ...
A new service bulletin has been released for the 2024 Chevy Traverse highlighting an issue related to the vehicle’s transmission. This time, the issue referenced can result in DTC (Diagnostic Trouble ...
Torque converter gearboxes are automatic, but not all automatics are torque converters. Some cars use something called a dual-clutch gearbox, while others use a continuously variable transmission (CVT ...
BMW and MINI still use torque converters in almost all of their cars. Audi does in many too, while the 'EAT8' gearbox in many Peugeot, Citroen and Vauxhall models is also a torque converter. Is it ...
The new XUV 3XO gets the same diesel engine as the XUV300, but we find out if there has been any effect to the performance ...