Gasoline fumes contain a variety of hydrocarbons that constantly evaporate from the engine and fuel tank into the atmosphere. If the fuel is in the atmosphere, it can cause pollution, even if the ...

The evaporative emissions canister mounted on modern Ducati motorcycles is, in a word, ugly. I have no idea why they mounted it in such an obvious and noticeable location on the left-hand side of the ...

A purge valve is a vital component of a vehicle's evaporative emission control (EVAP) system. Its function is to control the flow of fuel vapors from the fuel tank and evaporative canister into the ...

Smelling gas when the AC is on usually means raw fuel or exhaust fumes are being drawn into the cabin via the ventilation ...

Does your garage reek of gasoline fumes? Seldom-noticed parts in your Corvette make your garage smell better and make the air cleaner. The Evaporation Emission Control system, EVAP or EEC, also called ...

General Motors has issued a recall for certain examples of the 2017-2020 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon mid-size pickup trucks due to a potential problem with the evaporative emissions canister. The ...

Check engine lights are sometimes accompanied by noises, smells, and vibrations that can help diagnose the underlying issue. But sometimes, that annoying little light comes on with no other indication ...

Q. I enjoy your column and sensible advice in my weekly paper. I have a 2022 Honda CRV Hybrid with about 40,000 miles on it. I purchased an extended warranty from the dealership when the original one ...