Posted on 1/18/2022
Most of us have been there at one time or another. We press down on the gas pedal in our vehicle, fully expecting to have enough power to pass someone on the highway or quickly take off after a traffic light has turned green, only to be left feeling underwhelmed by our vehicle's sluggish performance. If this is something that resonates with you and you're the proud owner of an older or high-mileage vehicle, you should know that such letdowns are not uncommon. And there are several reasons why this drop in power happens. In some cases, it is a byproduct of the mileage on the odometer starting to climb. Other times, we pay the price for not keeping up with routine maintenance. Sometimes, it is the perfect storm of high mileage, neglect, and bad luck. Top Mechanics Chime in on Why Vehicles Lose Power One of the things that nearly all mechanics will agree on when it comes to trucks, SUVs, and cars is multiple things can affect their performance. Aside from engine problems, which ... read more