What are the components of a car engine?
A car engine consists of the engine block, combustion chamber, pistons, the crankshaft, the cylinder head, the timing chain, the camshaft, valve train, valves, fuel injectors, spark plugs, rocker arms and pushrods/lifters.
How does the engine work in a car?
To rotate the crankshaft, the expanding combustion gases push the piston. This motion, along with the gears, drives the vehicle wheels.
How much is a new engine for a car?
As you can see from our selection of engine parts above, they vary in prices depending on the part you need.
What happens when a car engine dies?
Your car will lose power steering and then brake power if your engine dies whilst driving. If this happens, it is recommended to start braking and steer gradually over to the side of the road if possible.
How long does a car engine last?
A car engine tends to last for around 200,000 miles but can last for up to 300,000 miles if the car is well maintained.