Did you know...
Most cars honk in the key of “F”. What if they go out of tune? Do they need a tune-up?
The most people ever to fit into a Smart Car is nineteen. Not very smart or comfortable.
“New car smell” is composed of 50 volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Prolonged exposure to VOCs can result in serious health effects. Mmm, I love the smell of 50 volatile organic compounds in the morning!
In the United States, a car is stolen every 45 seconds. Lock your doors, people!
The most popular car color is white. The least favorite color is purple. Go figure.
The average car contains over 30,000 parts, making it inevitable that at least one will eventually break.
Each year, over $60 billion worth of car maintenance goes unperformed, potentially leading to billions in repair costs down the line.
Faulty oxygen sensors are a common cause of check engine light issues. Not the dreaded check engine light!
The average car has more than 100 miles of code in its internal computer. How does it all fit in there?
The typical vehicle owner can expect to spend about $400 a year on scheduled maintenance, diagnostics, and other repairs. That’s much less than the cost of major repairs later on!
The average auto repair costs around $305.55, including parts, labor, tax, and the associated inconvenience!
The word “car” is derived from the Latin word ‘carrum,’ meaning “two-wheeled Celtic war chariot.” Is there a Latin word for Sport Utility Vehicle?
The automotive industry employs about 9.9 million Americans, accounting for about 5.1% of private-sector employment. It’s a “wheely” good career choice.
Volvo is Latin for “I roll.” That’s how I roll.
The 2011 Ford Crown Victoria was the last car to offer a cassette tape player as an option. Did it come with a pencil to fix the tape when it jammed?
The first windshield wipers were operated by hand. Not very handy.
Gas gauges weren’t added to cars until 1922, a little over thirty-five years after the first car was produced. I hope they had roadside assistance for all the drivers who ran out of gas!
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