Automotive Knowledge Archives - Page 8 of 10

Types of At-Home EV Chargers Explained

2022-03-10T21:00:38+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, Safety, San Diego|

Level 1 Chargers Use a common three-prong (NEMA 5-15) 120-volt AC electrical outlet found in North America. Provide 2 to 5 miles of range per hour of charging, or about 40 miles of range on an overnight charge. Most electric cars include this charger, so no additional equipment will need installing. Level 2 Chargers Use 240-volt AC electrical service typically found in households for appliances such as electric dryers. Can deliver 25 to 35 miles of range per hour of charging with a 30-amp unit and a higher rate using chargers that feature greater power delivery, such as 32-, 40- [...]

A Deep Dive into How All-Electric Vehicles Work!

2022-02-24T15:29:07+00:00Automotive Knowledge, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center|

Battery electric vehicles or EVs use an electric motor system in place of a normal gas engine. These vehicles are plugged in to charge and run on pure electric power, which means no exhaust fumes, or other fuel components such as fuel pump or fuel tank. Here is a breakdown of the 9 key components of an EV. Click the photo to be referred to the U.S Dept of Energy website where you can compare EVs to Hybrids, and Gasoline cars. Battery (all-electric auxiliary): In an electric drive vehicle, the auxiliary battery provides electricity to power vehicle accessories. Charge port: The [...]

Fast Charge and Ready to Go!

2022-02-11T15:25:29+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, Safety|

Take a second look at our 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier Hatchback that's a game-changer in Nightfall Gray Metallic! Powered by an Electric Motor and 60kWh battery that delivers 200hp tied to a 1 Speed Direct Drive transmission that provides swift acceleration to 60mph in just 6.5 seconds. This Front Wheel Drive hatchback also helps you achieve nearly 238 miles per charge boasting a crossover design that's modern and bold with ultra-bright machined aluminum 17-inch wheels, roof rails, chrome accents, xenon headlights, and LED lighting. With room for five, the Premier interior welcomes you with leather-appointed seating, heated front /rear [...]

HEMI Power and Jeep Style!

2022-01-27T15:55:46+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, Miramar Car Center, San Diego|

Mind-Blowing Power! Our 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 4WD shown in Brilliant Black Crystal Pearlcoat is a scarce machine. Powered by a 6.4 Liter HEMI V8 offering 475hp managed by an innovative 8 Speed Automatic transmission. This Four Wheel Drive SUV shows impressive acceleration with huge Brembo brakes, SRT wheels, LED lighting, quad exhaust, panoramic sunroof, and superior suspension. The performance of this Jeep is like nothing you've ever experienced. The SRT8 is upscale with premium two-tone leather heated/cooled front seating, heated rear seats, a heated steering wheel, a 19 speaker sound system with three subs, and a high voltage [...]

Undeniable Style is found in this Mercedes-Benz AMG!

2022-01-12T15:03:07+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Miramar Car Center|

Move about town in our stunning 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG® CLS 53 4MATIC® Sedan with the Carbon Fiber Package that stands out from the crowd in designo Selenite Grey Metallic. Powered by an electrified and TurboCharged 3.0 Liter 6 Cylinder that offers plenty of power paired to a 9 Speed Speedshift Automatic transmission for quick runs to 60mph in only 4.4 seconds. Also packing AMG®-exclusive suspension, braking, and exhaust systems, this All Wheel Drive sedan is tuned for amazing performance and still returns nearly 28mpg on the highway. More AMG® upgrades enhance the bodywork of this bold ride that shows off [...]

Is the Power Grid Ready for an Electric Fleet?

2022-01-27T15:41:24+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, Safety, San Diego|

With the electric vehicle push happening sooner than later, many are wondering if the US power grid can keep up! Here are some things experts are saying! If every American switched over to an electric passenger vehicle, analysts have estimated, the United States could end up using roughly 25 percent more electricity than it does today. To handle that, utilities will likely need to build a lot of new power plants and upgrade their transmission networks. There’s good news, too. In 2018, researchers at the University of Texas at Austin’s Energy Institute looked at what a shift to electric vehicles would [...]

This Challenger Gets the Blood Pumping! Check it Out!

2021-12-29T13:58:44+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Miramar Car Center, Safety, San Diego|

Amazingly, our powerful 2020 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack Widebody Coupe gets that wild look and performance to match straight from the factory to go with its stunning Pitch Black design! Featuring an iconic 6.4 Liter 392CID HEMI V8 offering 485hp paired to a paddle-shifted 8 Speed Automatic transmission that even true muscle-car enthusiasts will love. Tap into launch control to rocket to 60mph in the low 4-second range, then enjoy the adaptive-damping suspension and Brembo brakes that will have you searching for the twistiest roads in town while seeing nearly 24mpg on the highway in our Rear Wheel Drive [...]

This Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 Will Turn Heads, Including Your Own!

2021-12-13T04:17:29+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Miramar Car Center, Safety, San Diego|

Our fantastic 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG® C 43 4MATIC® Sedan in Iridium Silver Metallic offers exceptional performance and comfort. Motivated by a Twin TurboCharged 3.0 Liter V6 that generates 362hp coupled to a 9 Speed Automatic transmission to send you to 60mph in 4.6 seconds. This All Wheel Drive sedan features up to 25mpg on the highway, responsive handling, a smooth, quiet ride, and attractive styling highlighted by a power sunroof, LED daytime running lights, and AMG® bumpers, side skirts, and split-spoke alloy wheels. Once inside our C 43, you will be impressed with the stylish aluminum trim and unsurpassed attention [...]

You Will Conquer Anything in Your Path with this Silverado Rocky Ridge Edition!

2021-11-26T14:20:38+00:00Automotive Knowledge, California, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, Safety, San Diego|

Our exclusive Lifted 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 RST Crew Cab 4X4 Rocky Ridge Edition is sure to turn heads in Northsky Blue Metallic! Powered by a 5.3 EcoTec3 V8 offering 355hp paired to an innovative 8 Speed Automatic transmission with tow/haul mode. This Four Wheel Drive truck also features composed handling and scores nearly 23mpg on the highway with Dynamic Fuel Management. Show off street-focused style with a custom Mad Rock grill insert, winch, black assist steps, lift kit, LED lighting with fog lamps, a sunroof, and eye-catching custom wheels. Inside this smartly designed RST, you'll appreciate the quiet ride [...]

What’s B Gear?!

2021-11-26T14:09:48+00:00Automotive Knowledge, Electric, EV, Miramar Car Center, Safety|

If you own a Hybrid or Electric car, you may have noticed a "B" on or around the shifter. You are not alone, this question gets brought up a lot and there is a pretty straightforward answer! If you are in a regular gas-powered vehicle and you start to go down a hill, sometimes the vehicle will downshift to help slow the pace of the vehicle and take some of that pressure off of the brakes. The "B" mode in a Hybrid is the same concept. When shifting into "B" mode you increase the drag that is created by the [...]