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What Does a Muffler Do?

What does a muffler do? It is the last main section of a vehicle’s exhaust system, tasked with passing gases to the tailpipe and controlling noise.

Catalytic Converter Theft Statistics According to data compiled by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), reported catalytic converter thefts jumped from 1,298 in 2018 to 14,433 in 2020. And this … Continue Reading How to Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft Before It Starts

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This small component does a huge amount of work to keep NOx emissions at bay, so learning how to clean an EGR valve is a critical maintenance task.

Why do people steal catalytic converters? By learning more about this issue, you may be able to protect yourself from falling victim to theft.

How much is a catalytic converter? This car part doesn’t come cheap, but it plays an essential role in your vehicle’s performance.

If you’re battling engine performance issues or diagnosing emissions problems, you might be wondering, what does a catalytic converter do?

Heat is the number one killer of all vehicle components, especially electronics and moving parts. Under the hood of your car, is a giant heat-generating engine, so reducing the radiant … Continue Reading Heat Management: How To Install Exhaust Heat Wrap

The exhaust system allows a combustion engine to breathe and operate smoothly. How much do you know about it?

If a rattling heat shield has you worried, you may not need new parts. One of these quick fixes can restore your sanity and protect your vehicle.