How Automobiles Work

  

The automobile is one of the most fascinating devices that a person can own. Automobiles are also one of the most pervasive devices, with a typical American family owning two automobiles.

An automobile contains dozens of different technologies -- everything from the engine to the tires is its own special universe of design and engineering. Therefore we have dozens of different articles at HowStuffWorks that explain all the intricacies of our automobiles. Here are some of the highlights.

Engines

• How Car Engines Work
• How Diesel Engines Work
• HowStuffWorks Engines Page

Transmissions

• How Manual Transmissions Work
• How Clutches Work
• How Automatic Transmissions Work
• How Torque Converters Work

Drive Train

• How Brakes Work
• How Differentials Work
• How Tires Work
• How Four Wheel Drive Works

Accessories

• How Convertibles Work
• How Cruise Control Systems Work
• How Fuel Gauges Work
• How Odometers Work
• How Power Door Locks Work
• How Power Windows Work
• How Remote Entry Works
• How Turbochargers Work
• How Turn Signals Work
• How Windshield Wipers Work

For dozens more articles on automobiles see:

• The HowStuffWorks Auto Channel
• The HowStuffWorks Nice Rides Page