Your car produces gases that the emissions system releases into the environment in the form of exhaust. Those gases can be dangerous. Advances in technology have made vehicle exhaust cleaner and less hazardous to human health and the environment than it was in the past, but sometimes things don’t work correctly and a vehicle emits unsafe amounts of pollution. By having your car’s emissions tested on a regular basis, you can make sure it is not releasing harmful gases.
A car’s exhaust system reduces the sound produced by the engine, lowers the temperature of the exhaust, and controls the number of pollutants emitted. A vehicle can produce harmful gases during the fuel combustion process. The catalytic converter and ventilation system can filter vapor to reduce the number of pollutants released. Pollutants exit the car through the catalytic converter, muffler, and tailpipe.
If hazardous gases enter the car’s cabin, they can cause serious harm to the occupants. The exhaust from a vehicle can also pollute the outdoor air, causing respiratory problems for people, as well as potential harm to animals and the environment. Pollutants from vehicle exhaust can affect soil and bodies of water, reduce visibility, and gradually corrode buildings. If a significant number of vehicles are emitting unsafe levels of pollution, the combined effect can create a serious risk to the community and the environment.
An emissions test measures the number of harmful materials released in your vehicle’s exhaust. Testing measures pollution levels in cycles to check the output at various speeds, temperatures, and other circumstances. The tests are designed to measure the car’s performance in real-world conditions.
For a vehicle to pass an emissions test, it must have good tune condition and an appropriate fuel/air ratio. The exhaust system must not leak, and the catalytic converter must operate correctly.
If the levels of pollutants emitted are too high, you can have the vehicle repaired to reduce the number of toxic gases released and to bring the car into compliance with standards. That can also help your vehicle operate more efficiently.
Your car’s emissions system plays several critical roles. If it isn’t working properly, your vehicle could emit toxic fumes that could harm you and your passengers, pollute the environment, and affect the health and wellbeing of others. Regular emissions testing can help you make sure your vehicle is operating safely. Connecticut law also requires emissions testing for most vehicles.
Tire Country helps drivers across Connecticut keep their vehicles running efficiently and cleanly. Schedule an appointment for emissions testing today. If we detect a problem, we can fix it to help protect your family and the environment.
Please click anywhere to continue browsing our site.