How Modern Cars Work: 250 Parts and Systems Explained Visually

Ever wondered how your car actually works? This visual guide explains 250 parts and systems in clear, full-color detail - for the curious owner who wants to understand before they fix. Inside you'll find: the five big systems that make a car go; the four-stroke engine and how motion is made; intake, ignition, valvetrain, exhaust, cooling, and lubrication explained; the transmission, driveshafts, differentials, and drive layouts; brakes, suspension, steering, wheels, and tires; the 12-volt, fuel, and emissions systems; computers, sensors, and the networks that connect them; ABS, stability control, and ADAS driver aids; and how hybrids and EVs work at a glance. With 59 full-color figures and cutaway illustrations, plain-English explanations, and no jargon. The book to read before you open the hood.