Sacramento Auto Repair

Welcome to the Mike and Sons Automotive blog! Today, we’re diving into the world of Variable Valve Timing (VVT)—an essential technology in modern engines that enhances performance, fuel efficiency, and emissions control. Understanding how VVT works and how to maintain it can save you money and ensure your vehicle runs at its best. What is Variable Valve Timing (VVT)? Variable Valve Timing (VVT) is a technology that optimizes the timing of the valve openings and closings in your vehicle’s engine. By adjusting the timing based on driving conditions, VVT improves engine efficiency, power output, and fuel economy. Many modern vehicles, especially those equipped with four-cylinder engines, utilize VVT systems to enhance performance. How VVT Works In a traditional engine, the timing of the intake and exhaust valves is fixed. VVT systems, however, use hydraulic or electronic mechanisms to alter this timing. This allows the engine to adap ... read more