Your vehicle gets its power from burning fuel, usually gasoline, and it counts on something called fuel injectors to send gas to the engine in a spray that is easy to ignite. It’s a precis...
Each time we fuel up our vehicles, we get a little whiff of gasoline, so the smell is very familiar. There shouldn’t be any gasoline smell in or around your vehicle when you are away from ...
This Hi-Tech Automotive automotive safety warning is coming from a very unusual source: Thompson firefighting experts. You’ve probably heard of E-85 fuel. Some newer vehicle models are...
There are a lot of misconceptions among Thompson drivers about fuel grades, and by fuel grades I mean the octane rating. With names like “Standard”, “Super”, “Plus”...
Many Thompson area folks want to know how to improve fuel economy. At Hi-Tech Automotive, we help Thompson drivers keep their vehicles in prime condition which makes them more efficient fuel-wise...
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What benefit will I get out of a fuel system cleaning?Hi-Tech Automotive Answer:Well, the dirtier your fuel system is, the bigger the improvement you’ll see in performance and fuel ec...
Today's Hi-Tech Automotive post contains a quick overview of the fuel system. It starts with the fuel tank. The fuel pump is located inside the tank and pumps fuel out to the engine. Somewhere along ...
This fuel saving tip for Thompson drivers is so simple you won’t believe it. It has to do with your fuel cap. The first thing is to make sure it’s screwed on tight. If it’s loose, fu...
