A good analysis of the Toyota throttle problem
No problem. From
Popular Mechanics:
Anatomy of Toyota's Problem Pedal: Mechanic's Diary
What's the real problem behind Toyota's unintended acceleration? Is it simply a sticky pedal, or is the trouble more fundamental? PM senior automotive editor Mike Allen delves into modern car tech, explaining why widespread theories about electrical throttle problems and electromagnetic interference are misguided.
Basically, the fault lies with the driver.
Popular Mechanics also did the wonderful troofer debunking of the
9/11 terrorist attack as well as debunking the stunningly stupid idea that you can generate Hydrogen gas and feed it into your cars intake and
boost your gas milage.
Posted by DaveH at March 3, 2010 8:43 PM