{"product_id":"how-cars-work","title":"How Cars Work","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHow Cars Work: An Easy-to-Understand Guide to Automotive Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver wondered what happens under the hood when you turn the key, press the accelerator, or step on the brakes? \u003cem\u003eHow Cars Work\u003c\/em\u003e takes you inside the automobile and explains the essential systems and mechanisms that make modern cars move, stop, steer, and operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWritten in an accessible, beginner-friendly style, this book breaks down complex automotive technology into clear explanations and easy-to-understand concepts. Whether you're a curious car enthusiast, a student, a new driver, or someone who simply wants to understand how vehicles work, this guide provides a practical introduction to automotive engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDiscover What Makes a Car Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the fundamental components and systems found in automobiles, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Fundamentals\u003c\/strong\u003e — Understand how an engine converts fuel and energy into mechanical power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuel and Combustion Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Learn how fuel and air are combined and burned to produce power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Discover how electricity powers essential vehicle components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission and Drivetrain\u003c\/strong\u003e — See how engine power is transferred to the wheels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteering Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Learn how drivers control the direction of a vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBraking Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Understand how cars slow down and stop safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuspension Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Explore how suspension components contribute to ride comfort and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooling and Lubrication\u003c\/strong\u003e — Discover how engines manage heat and reduce friction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExhaust Systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — Learn how exhaust gases are managed after combustion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstand the Technology Behind the Wheel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of assuming extensive mechanical knowledge, \u003cem\u003eHow Cars Work\u003c\/em\u003e introduces automotive concepts step by step. By understanding how individual components function and how they interact with one another, readers can develop a clearer picture of the automobile as a complete mechanical system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Beginners and Car Enthusiasts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a useful starting point for anyone interested in cars and automotive technology. It can help readers build foundational knowledge before moving into more advanced automotive repair, maintenance, or engineering topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you want to understand your own vehicle, prepare for automotive studies, or simply satisfy your curiosity about what happens beneath the hood, \u003cem\u003eHow Cars Work\u003c\/em\u003e makes automotive technology approachable and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen the hood, explore the technology, and discover how the machines we drive every day really work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"detailBullets_feature_div\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-nostyle a-vertical a-spacing-none detail-bullet-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePublisher ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Apple Pr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePublication date ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober 11, 1999\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eEdition ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eLanguage ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ePrint length ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 pages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0966862309\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e978-0966862300\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eItem Weight ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11.2 ounces\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eDimensions ‏ : ‎ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.25 x 0.5 x 10.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Book Stella","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67233008779513,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0840\/6948\/2745\/files\/HowCarsWork.jpg?v=1790548435","url":"https:\/\/thebookscharm.com\/products\/how-cars-work","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}