udents through the design, construction, and operation of all major automotive systems. It touches on different professions within the automotive industry and is intended for those who need a sound foundation in the basics of automotive technology. Written in a manner easily accessible to students entering the automotive field, the information in this textbook begins with the fundamentals of automotive technology and builds upon them to offer a complete operational view of the modern automobile. Each automotive system is explained in detail, starting with its basic function and progressing to the construction and operation of its individual components.

• This edition includes information on the latest developments in the automotive field, including collision avoidance systems and dual clutch transmissions.
• A new Career Opportunities chapter explores career paths in a wide array of automotive industry sectors, offers information on automotive training sources, and outlines the steps to finding and acquiring a job in the automotive industry.
• New chapter review questions and critical thinking questions provide a strong assessment of student comprehension and expand on chapter content to encourage automotive classroom discussion.
• The text has been reorganized to improve comprehension, emphasize current technologies, and highlight the different career options within the automotive industry.