How does spark plug timing work? An explanation of automotive ignition systems. Ignition coils, distributors, and firing ...

It seems like such a small thing—that tiny area approximately 0.040 of an inch wide inside each combustion chamber. That area we're talking about is the gap between the electrode and strap on each ...

Finding the right distributor can be a bit of a daunting task if you are just launching your product and are not too familiar with the process in its entirety. The good news is that learning the ...

A manufacturer has two options when it comes to getting products to end users -- selling direct or using distribution. The advantage to distribution is that it allows the manufacturer to focus on its ...

In a perfect world there would be no need for ignition advance curves. As soon as the piston in your vintage Vette reached top dead center and the engine built maximum compression, you'd be able to ...

If you have a classic, vintage, or otherwise old car, you've probably heard of the distributor that it features. It's part of the ignition system that transfers current from the battery to the ...