Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)

What is VVA? How it improves vehicles performance? First commercialized by Hitachi in mid 1980s Variable Valve Actuation is used for improving the fuel economy and reducing the exhaust emissions. The result of the VVA is the increased engine output with stable combustion and reduced level of CO2 emission. A VVA system can be based … Continue reading Variable Valve Actuation (VVA)

What is an ABS (Anti-lock braking system)?

What is ABS? How it works? What is its use? ABS is a system which prevents wheels from locking up and help maintain the grip with the road. ABS stands for Anti-lock braking system. The system is originally developed for air-crafts in 1930 for icy and wet conditions. It was later adopted for use in … Continue reading What is an ABS (Anti-lock braking system)?