
Antifreeze vs. Coolant: Are They the Same?
Are antifreeze and coolant the same thing? They’re similar in many respects, and they share the same purpose, but they are not the same.
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Are antifreeze and coolant the same thing? They’re similar in many respects, and they share the same purpose, but they are not the same.
Coolant can be highly toxic and needs to be handled with care. Learn how to dispose of antifreeze properly.
What is OAT coolant? Can you mix it with HOAT or IAT?
Engines are complex machines with rapidly moving metal parts and small clearances. And as such, they generate a lot of heat. You already know that coolant is an integral part of keeping your engine from exploding, and you probably also know that you have multiple coolant options that aren’t interchangeable…