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Michael Godek/Getty Images You’ve probably noticed the subtle tinted strip along your car’s windshield and wondered what it’s really for. If you look closer, you might even see the characters ‘AS1’ on […]

HenadziPechan/Shutterstock Ever noticed those scratches on your windshield and wondered if they seem to be getting worse every time you use your wipers? Wiper scratches may seem like a minor annoyance at

M_a_y_a/Getty Images Have you ever wondered how much your car actually weighs? We’re not talking about what’s listed in the owner’s manual, but what it weighs when you’re driving it down the

Bet_noire/Getty Images Diesel engines have long been celebrated for their efficiency and durability. They’re a mainstay for any enthusiast seeking a robust performance, powering everything from passenger vehicles to heavy machinery. However,

The term “Bulletproof” has become quite popular in the diesel community, especially among Ford’s 6.0 Power Stroke engine owners. Introduced in 2003, this V8 powertrain was used in vehicles like the F-250, F-750, E-Series

Petr Smagin/Shutterstock Exhaust gas temperature (EGT) is the temperature generated by gases exiting the engine’s exhaust. It’s an important parameter that helps assess fuel combustion, performance, and efficiency. Diesel engines, typically known