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What Are the Main Systems of a Car?

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DelLeila

07/29/25 5:32pm

There are four main parts of a car: the engine, the chassis, the car body, and the electronic and electrical equipment. The specific introduction of each system is as follows: 1. Engine: The engine is the power plant of a car, mainly composed of the engine block, crankshaft and connecting rod mechanism, valve mechanism, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel system, and ignition system (diesel engines do not have an ignition system). 2. Chassis: The car chassis mainly consists of the transmission system, running system, steering system, and braking system. 3. Car Body and Accessories: The main function of the car body is to protect the driver and create a good aerodynamic environment. In terms of form, the car body structure is mainly divided into non-load-bearing, load-bearing, and semi-load-bearing types. The components of the car body include the engine hood, roof, trunk lid, fender, front bulkhead, etc. 4. Electronic and Electrical Equipment: Automotive electronics is the general term for vehicle body electronic control devices and onboard automotive electronic control devices.

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StCarter

08/14/25 8:41am

I really enjoy discussing car classifications with my friends. Simply put, they can be divided into several national categories: Japanese cars like Toyota and Honda are fuel-efficient and durable, running smoothly for many years with affordable maintenance; German cars such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz offer excellent handling, high speed, and advanced technology, but their parts are expensive and repairs can be troublesome; American cars like Ford and GM are powerful with strong horsepower, great for highway driving, but they consume more fuel; Korean brands like Hyundai and Kia feature stylish designs and high cost-performance ratios, making them popular among young people; Chinese brands such as Geely and BYD have made rapid progress in recent years, especially in electric vehicles, offering affordability and practicality. Personally, I often choose based on the occasion and preference—Japanese cars for hassle-free daily commutes and German cars for more thrilling outings.

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