All articles in topic Technical Car Terms to Know

• Adaptive Cruise Control, explained

  May 31, 2021

  A well-round safety feature.

• Car units of measurement you need to understand [Philkotse Guide]

  Apr 20, 2020

  Understanding these measurements will make you understand your car better.

• How to classify cars according to body type

  Oct 28, 2022

  We hope this clarifies questions and confusion regarding car body types.

• 5 things you might not know about electronic throttle control

  Apr 09, 2020

  What is electronic throttle control? What does it do to your car? What does it do for you? How does it work?

• What are those little black dots on my car’s windshield and windows?

  Jan 21, 2021

  Learn what frits are and how they protect your car’s glassware.

• The difference between full-size and temporary or "donuts" spare tires

  Feb 03, 2020

  Read on to learn the difference between full-size spare tires and "donut" spare tires.

• The Audi Quatto AWD system and what you need to know about it

  Feb 01, 2020

  Everything you need to know about the Audi Quattro AWD System and determining if it is a great option for your next car purchase.

• [Philkotse guide] Unveil the myths behind car audio DAC

  Jan 31, 2020

  All the things you need to know about car audio DAC: what it is, and why you need a DAC in your vehicle.

• 4 main amplifier classes: What you need to know

  Jan 14, 2020

  Determining the four main classes of the amplifier and everything you need to know about them. Identifying how these classes are classified as well as their similarities and differences.

• [Philkotse collection] Design features unique to specific car brands

  Apr 15, 2021

  Don’t you notice how certain car brands just have this easily identifiable look? Well, we take a look at some of them. See if you agree.

• [Philkotse guide] The relevance of aerodynamics in cars

  Mar 25, 2021

  Read to learn more about car aerodynamics and why it's crucial in car design. Yes, even for affordable econoboxes and normal everyday cars.

• How car airbags work, and how they keep you safe

  Oct 07, 2021

  How do your car airbags work? Learn about the crash sensors, key parts of the airbag mechanism to have a proper answer.

• A short guide to LED car headlights: Basic parts, types, price & more

  Jan 14, 2021

  A short guide on the LED headlight for a car: The advantages, how it compares to other types of headlamps, and how to install them

• What have you known about head-up displays (HUD) so far?

  Jan 02, 2020

  Here’s everything you need to know about the head-up display unit or HUD: the concept behind it, applications, and the different types available today.

• Everything you need to know about battery electrolytes

  Dec 31, 2019

  What are car battery electrolytes? Should you worry when the electrolyte level is low? What should you do?