There are a lot of misconceptions about fuel grades – and by fuel grades I mean the octane rating. With names like “Standard," “Super," “Plus," and “Premium,” it&rs...
A lot of gas is wasted in dirty fuel delivery systems. Let’s start at the tank. The gas tank gathers of dirt, rust and sediment over the years. That’s why there’s a...
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When someone mentions diesels around Charlotte, images of smoky, rattly trucks may spring to mind. The fact is that the modern, clean diesel engine is much more refined than in th...
Each time we fuel up our vehicles, we get a little whiff of gasoline, so the smell is very familiar. There shouldn’t be any gasoline smell in or around your vehicle when you are away from the ga...
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Question:My new car has a “GDI” engine. What does that mean to me and other Charlotte vehicles with this new type of engine?Charlottetowne Answer:GDI stands for G...
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Question:My new car has a “GDI” engine. What does that mean to me and other Charlotte vehicles with this new type of engine?Charlottetowne Answer:GDI stands for Gasoli...
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Most Charlotte residents associate turbochargers and superchargers with hot rods and racing. However, the number of everyday cars and trucks coming to Charlotte from the factory w...
Let’s review some things that Charlotte drivers can do to improve fuel economy. Bottom line, the better you maintain your vehicle, the less fuel you will use. It all adds up in a big ...
