Baltimore & Cockeysville Auto Repair

Have you ever wondered why your vehicle's engine sometimes gets overheated and may even fail to start? The problem could be with its cooling system. Ideally, an automobile's cooling system uses coolant to keep the engine at its best operating temperature. And as the name suggests, your vehicle's antifreeze or coolant protects the engine during the hot summer and cold winter months. This insightful piece is about coolant/antifreeze and what it does. What is Antifreeze/Coolant? As mentioned above, coolant/antifreeze is fluid in an automobile's cooling system that helps raise the system's boiling point while lowering the freezing point. As an alcohol-based additive, antifreeze or coolant is typically colored (ranging from green to red, orange, and blue). Understanding the Difference Between Antifreeze and Coolant The main difference between coolant and antifreeze is in their chemical composition. While coolant mainly consists of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percen ... read more