Air Conditioning and Heating

What Is a Cooling Fan Assembly?

When your vehicle’s engine starts running hot, the cooling fan assembly goes into high gear. Its main job is to…

10 hours ago

The Best A/C Compressors: Top Brands for Fast, Quality Replacements

Summary A/C compressors are as durable as their OE counterparts but they're more affordable, which means you can get the…

1 month ago

The Best A/C Condenser Brands to Keep Your Ride Cool

Summary JC Whitney® is the top aftermarket A/C condenser brand known for its budget-friendly, high-quality, and easy-to-install units. Other great…

1 month ago

What Does a Freon (Refrigerant) Leak Look Like in a Car?

Summary Freon (refrigerant) doesn’t have a distinct color and is typically odorless, meaning, the best ways to spot a leak…

2 months ago

How Does an Electric Vehicle’s Heat Pump Work?

Summary With a heat pump, the EV can efficiently keep the cabin warm with less strain on the battery. The…

2 months ago

Where Is the Accumulator Located In a Car?

Summary The air conditioning accumulator is typically found between the evaporator outlet and compressor suction port, specifically on the low-pressure…

2 months ago

What Does a Car A/C Condenser Look Like?

Summary How an A/C condenser looks depends on its type, though all are equipped with tubes that conduct refrigerant. Tube…

4 months ago

Where Is the Defroster Located in a Car?

Summary The front defroster is in the dash near the windshield’s bottom, while the rear defroster has wires in the…

4 months ago

What Are Car Swamp Coolers?

Summary Car swamp coolers, also known as evaporative coolers, are used to cool the air inside a vehicle by evaporating…

10 months ago

Engine Air Filter vs. Cabin Air Filter: Key Differences Explained

Summary Most modern vehicles have two air filters: the engine air filter and the cabin air filter. They essentially serve…

10 months ago