ABS

06.29.2008 | 8:07 am | Car Modifications

ABS
ABS, also known as Anti-lock Braking System, is a system that prevents the wheels from locking while braking. Even if the driver heavily brakes, he can still maintain steering control of his car. The ingenious system prevents skids and keeps the wheel’s forward roll. It also allows the driver to maintain the lateral control of his car. Studies show that by using an ABS, the braking distance is shorter. However, drivers that have ABS on their cars must not feel over-secured because this system has his limitations.

Intercooler

06.18.2008 | 6:34 am | Car Accessories, Car Modifications

An intercooler (commonly known as charge air cooler) is a heat exchange device used to increase the intake air charge density of supercharged or turbocharged engines. The intercooler can be air-to-air or air-to-liquid. Intercoolers increase the output of the engine by decreasing the air intake temperature. This decrease in temperature provides denser intake charge for the engine and allows a bigger quantity of air and fuel mixture to be combusted on every engine cycle. Intercoolers come in various sizes, shapes, and designs, depending on the supercharger system they are attached to.