ECU is an Electric Control Unit, but sometimes the acronym means Engine Control Unit. So the question is, what does ECU really mean and how does it influence on the car output? Actually, ECU is a general term for any electronic unit which controls a different vehicle's “branches”.

Karl Benz patented his three-wheeled car in 1886. In less than 10 years, serial production of the Benz Velo began, with 1,200 units produced at that time. Racing became a logical step in the company's development. Under the influence of Emil Jellinek, the Mercedes brand was born. 

In this article, we focus on a group of generic powertrain codes — P0171, P0172, P0174, and P0175, commonly related to fuel mixture and oxygen sensor readings. Also, what are their symptoms and causes, and whether it is possible to drive with these codes. We will also tell you how to fix the problem and prevent its recurrence. 

Engine overheating is a serious and widespread problem. Every experienced driver faced with it. However, timely response and prevention of the problem can help to avoid serious consequences of overheating of the motor.

“Overdrive” and “Kickdown” appeared on automatic transmissions to simulate certain maneuvers and driving style as at manual gearbox. Adaptive automatic transmissions can be deprived of the ability to switch to such modes.

The question of fuel consumption is important, as it allows you to identify problems with the car and also directly relates to your finances. So, increased fuel consumption often indicates a technical malfunction of the car.  Finding these causes can be very long and time-consuming, but there are a number of breakdowns that often cause high fuel consumption by the car.

Modern cars are high-tech and almost completely computerized. If the search for problems in old cars took time, special knowledge and numerous tools, today everything is a little easier.Thanks to computer diagnostics, the concern can be detected at the earliest stages, and moreover, it can be solved on the spot.

The clutch car system is a part of manual transmissions. While its design may vary, its fundamental function remains the same. Despite the rise of automatic transmissions, manual transmissions are still widely used in many vehicles.  

Car thieves appeared as soon as the cars were commercialized. The first recorded car stolen was mentioned in 8.06.1896, and considered theft of the car brand Peugeot, from the private garage of a Parisian and Baron Julien. The thief was his mechanic, ironically enough.

The injector fuel supply system began to be used in cars in the 80s of the last century. Before that, the down-draft carburetor was responsible for the fuel supply to the cylinders. For today, all modern cars are equipped with injectors, according to Euro5 standards.

The thermostat in your car is a small technical unit of great importance. Completely independent, it ensures the operation of the engine in any temperature conditions, preventing overheating of the motor.