Why Your Engine’s Health Dictates Your Fuel Economy When I walk a driver out to their car after a service visit, the conversation often turns to how they can stretch their dollar at the pump. The reality is that your engine is a complex system of chemistry and physics, and even a small mechanical hiccup…
The Science Behind GDI Engines and Carbon Buildup Gasoline direct injection, or GDI, has become the standard for modern efficiency, but it comes with a specific mechanical quirk that most drivers don’t realize until their engine starts acting up. In a traditional port-injection engine, fuel is sprayed behind the intake valve, which effectively “washes” the…
Think of your vehicle as a high-performance athlete. Just as an athlete requires proper hydration and nutrition to perform at their peak, your car’s engine relies on motor oil to stay healthy, efficient, and powerful. At Newton Nissan of Gallatin, we see firsthand how a simple maintenance task like a regular oil change can be…
