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FAQ – Honda Fit Ecu Pinouts

The RME-A11 and RME-A89 ecus are found in the 2007-2008 GD Honda Fit and Honda Jazz and can be found behind your passenger side glovebox,...

FAQ : Honda Swap Combinations– What Fits What – Part 2

We kick off Part 2 of our Honda Swap Combinations writeup by taking a look at the H series VTEC motor from Honda. First...

Honda VTEC FAQ – How VTEC works

One of the most commonly used terms by Honda enthusiasts around the world, VTEC is Honda's variable valvetrain technology. VTEC technology in the mid...
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 with its rear door open during inspection of the powered second-row seat

Hyundai Ioniq 9 Recall: Powered Rear Seats May Trap an Occupant

Hyundai is recalling 5,360 Ioniq 9 electric SUVs because powered rear seats may fail to stop after contacting a person. Here are the affected trims, owner precautions and software remedy.

How To Ford Escape Stereo Wiring Diagram

When it's time for you to upgrade your Ford Escape stereo, or replace the factory head unit in your Escape there's quite a few...
Next-generation Honda CR-V Hybrid production delayed until April 2027 amid North American manufacturing changes

Honda Delays Next-Generation CR-V Until 2027 as Hybrid Demand Strains Production

Honda has reportedly delayed production of the next-generation CR-V until April 2027 as strong demand, tight factory capacity and a major shift toward hybrids reshape its North American manufacturing strategy.
LS1 engine block showing numbered main caps with directional arrows facing the front of the engine

LS1 Main Cap Orientation: Which Way Do the Main Caps Face?

LS1 main caps are identified by location and direction. Learn what the numbers mean, which way the main-cap arrows point, and how the caps are positioned before seating them in the block.
Performance drivetrain gear-ratio calculation showing how engine RPM, transmission ratio, differential gearing and tire diameter determine vehicle speed.

How to Calculate Vehicle Speed by Gear Ratio, Tire Size and RPM

Choosing a transmission based only on horsepower capacity is one of the easiest ways to build a drivetrain that looks fantastic on...