The price of gas is starting to get more and more expensive as the price of gas goes up many people are looking for accessories to add to their truck in order to improve their gas mileage. There are not very many accessories that can really help your gas mileage but many people are starting to look into ways to increase their power using cold air intake systems.
High-performance cold air intake systems help engines run on the air by trapping and filtering the air as it comes into the engine. Most regular fuel injected vehicles have a filter that is not a space mounted filter on top of the engine like of the carburetors of cars and trucks do. With a cold air intake system there is usually some kind of divider that separates how the air filters and enters into the engine. These intake systems provide cold air coming through the grill of the truck this is a more appealing option than grabbing warm air from under the hood. Because cold air is more dance it is better for your fuel injector and willing hands the horsepower of your truck.
You can purchase performance kits that include all the hardware you will need to install your cold air intake system. Actually installing the system may not take very long for somebody who knows what they're doing; a skilled mechanic should be able to complete the task in only a couple of hours.
When your system has been installed you may actually hear the air as it enters the filter. When you are going slow you may only here a small noise, but as you start going faster you will hear a much louder roaring. Most people who have a cold air intake system actually think this roaring is a pretty cool sound and do not find it very annoying.
Many manufacturers claim that by using a cold air intake system you'll actually get better gas mileage with your truck. But unfortunately there's not any hard documentation to prove this fact. So for now the only reason for installing a system like this is because they are better for your engine and if you like the cool roaring noise that you get when going fast.
If you are not a mechanic and still would like to get a cold air intake system try visiting your local mechanic and asking them if they think it would be a good fit for your truck. You might also want to check out and see if anybody else has a cold air intake system already on their truck that you could possibly take a look at or hear about for having one installed on your truck.
With the increasing price of gas any little thing that you do to help save gas and save you money is a great idea. Although the cold air intake system is not proven to reduce gas mileage many people have done their own experiments with it and asked down that they do get better gas mileage with this type of system installed on their truck.
- Related Videos
- Related Articles
- Ask / Related Q&A
- Dodge Brother Car and Truck Accessories
- Finding Trucks Accessories on the Web
- Dodge: Popular Truck Accessories
- Guide to Buying Used Car and Truck Parts
- Truck Accessories Enhancement And Security
- Beware: Buying Truck Accessories Online
- Great Performance and Cosmetic Upgrades Made Possible Through Truck Accessories
- The Importance of Mazda Truck Parts and Mazda Truck Accessories




The Risk of Catalytic Converter Fires
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009Driving down the street with the setting sun at his back, Bob Cummins navigated around parked cars and fire hydrants to find the right place to park. It just wasn't something that was easy to do - finding a vacant spot - on his narrow, winding suburban street. Wedged between two business districts, Bob's
A Look at Your Car's Tires
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009Car tires are more important than many people give them credit for being. They are literally your link with the road. The most dangerous place for you to be is out of or in poor contact with the road. In this predicament you are not able to have any input into your course of direction and that is a bad thing
Tips on Transporting Your Auto
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009Here are a few things to keep in mind when looking for your next auto transport company:
The Three Essentials of Vehicle Maintenance
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009When you buy a vehicle you receive certain instructions regarding maintenance that are recommended by the manufacturer. However, with your busy schedule and the increased cost of car maintenance you frequently put off tire and oil changes, checking under the hood, and other similar regular maintenance
BMW Set to Outpace Mercedes
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009It is a close race, one that likely will not result in deep price cutting to move models, but is certain nevertheless to be on the minds of executives employed by two automakers until the clock strikes midnight for the final time this year. What the race is all about is this: the perennial sales battle
An Introduction to Biodiesel
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009Biodiesel fuel is becoming more and more popular, which is no wonder, the soaring gas prices and the growing environmental awareness brings society to a point where it needs to consider its energy consumption carefully. With the rising price of gasoline and the prospect of even higher prices, it's becoming
Your Local Brunswick Used Car Dealer
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009Each day a large number of individuals purchase a used vehicle. If you live in or around the Brunswick area there are numerous benefits to purchasing your vehicle from a Brunswick used car dealer.
Getting Out of a Speeding Ticket
By: Cory Lynch | 31/12/2009It seems almost inevitable that if you've been on the roads for anytime, that you'll find yourself with a speeding ticket. It's never pleasant to be pulled over by a police officer and to have to hand over your driver's license and insurance so that he can write you up a ticket that's not only going to cost you
Car Cleaning-How To Clean Your Exterior And Interior The Right Way
By: Gregg Hall | 07/10/2008 | CarsThere are right and wrong ways to clean your car, here's a look at what you need to do.
Custom Fitted Car Covers-For The Best Exterior Protection
By: Gregg Hall | 07/10/2008 | CarsUse custom fitted car covers to keep your car's finish looking like new.
Professional Auto Detailing-Why You Should Consider It
By: Gregg Hall | 07/10/2008 | CarsWhy you should consider professional auto detailing.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells-The Next Great Step In Fuel Saving Technology
By: Gregg Hall | 07/10/2008 | CarsHydrogen fuel cells are the next great advance in fuel economy, here's a little more about them.
Auto Maintenance-The Key To Better Performance
By: Gregg Hall | 05/10/2008 | CarsThe key to better performance and fuel economy is regular maintenance.
Gas Mileage Boosters-How To Wade Through The Hype
By: Gregg Hall | 05/10/2008 | CarsThere are more and more ads for gas mileage boosters as gas prices increase, here's how to see whether they are for real or not.
Get Better Fuel Mileage By Controlling Excessive Speed
By: Gregg Hall | 05/10/2008 | CarsLearn to control your speeding and increase your gas mileage.
Tire Care-Tips To Prolong The Life Of Your Tires
By: Gregg Hall | 01/10/2008 | CarsThe proper care and maintenance of your tires will prolong their life as well as make your vehicle much safer.