In the past, cars used a wire to connect the gas pedal to the engine’s throttle, controlling how much air entered the engine. Nowadays, this process is managed electronically using sensors and ...

The throttle position sensor monitors how far open the throttle valve (or blade) is open, which is determined by how far down the accelerator pedal has been pushed. The throttle position controls the ...

New cars are confusing. With all the computers, sensors, and gadgets, it may seem like there's some sort of magical witchcraft taking place under the hood. We're here to show you how modern automotive ...