Justin Pritchard is a seasoned Sudbury, Ontario-based automotive journalist, producer, and technical writer. With a passion for cars and a talent for storytelling, he's established himself as a ...

Q: If the timing belt breaks in an interference engine, it will self-destruct. What advantage is gained by this design that outweighs the risk of engine damage if or when the belt fails? — R. Fischer ...

If a timing belt breaks, one of two things are likely. Either the broken belt will allow the valves and pistons of the engine to collide, instantly turning the engine to scrap. (This is what happens ...

08:40, Thu, May 30, 2024 Updated: 09:33, Thu, May 30, 2024 A top mechanic has warned certain petrol and diesel drivers are at risk of having their “engine blow up” due to a simple component. Leading ...

JOHNSTON — Everyone knows — or ought to know — that a broken timing belt is a serious no-no. “Every time (we have) a broken timing belt, nine times out of 10 it results in engine damage,” said Anthony ...

Do you know what a timing belt or a timing chain is and what they do? Could you find them on your vehicle's engine if you had to? If you answered no, don't sweat it. Both are buried behind a lot of ...

For years, small diesel engine manufacturers have been using overhead cam designs as a way to get the most out of a limited-displacement platform. Unfortunately, many small overhead cam mills utilize ...

Not every timing belt failure results in catastrophic engine damage, but it will bring your trip to a sudden halt and cause a major hassle you'd probably rather avoid - as well as the expense of a tow ...