Basically, speed limiters are connected to the engine’s computer and prevent the car from reaching top speeds. Once sensors report that a vehicle is traveling faster than it’s allowed to (based on the manufacturer’s specifications, not road signs), it signals to the engine to reduce the flow of air and possibly also the sparks that create combustion.
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Building Cars Out of Batteries?
The auto industry is continually working to improve the vehicles they build. This includes looking for ways to make the car stronger, lighter and more efficient. This is where carbon fiber raises the bar.
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Parking Lots in a World of Self-Driving Cars
Consider this: A typical vehicle spends 95% of its lifetime sitting in a parking spot so why waste space for it? Here’s a new study that looks at the impact of self-driving cars on parking lots.
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