When Mopar built a high-performance engine during the supercar era, lighting the fire was most often handled by the venerable Prestolite dual-point distributor. Using this instead of the normal single ...

This animated film "Spark In The Firing Line" provides an in-depth look at the ignition system of modern motor vehicles, focusing on the role of spark plugs in igniting fuel within the combustion ...

Have you ever thought about replacing the factory breaker-points distributor in your Mopar with modern electronic ignition but haven't wanted to mess with re-wiring your car? We all want the ...

Causes: This is often caused by a worn-out key, a damaged ignition cylinder, or even a steering wheel that has locked up. Repair: In many cases, the key can be recut or replaced, and if the ignition ...

There are certain things in life we just take for granted, like the sun coming up in the morning, airlines losing our luggage, and a Corvette that will start when we turn the key. Generally, that's ...

A battery in a traditional car cannot directly create engine spark. It’s only rated at 12 volts, after all, so it needs a little help boosting the signal to the spark plugs. To make that happen, a car ...

It's likely we'll be hearing about the GM ignition switch case for a long time, but at least the recall itself will be carried out soon. The automaker reports it's begun shipping out thousands of kits ...

The electrical architecture of a modern automobile is its lifeline. Contemporary vehicles are essentially electronic objects and the quality of its service in all its four main systemic compartments ...