Arlington European Auto Repair

The exhaust system encompasses more than just the tailpipe. The muffler is also included in the exhaust system, and as its name suggests, it is in place to 'muffle' or dampen the powerful sounds that your car makes. Without the muffler, your car's engine will be pretty loud and obnoxious.   Engines need to generate a substantial amount of power, and, as a result, they create various sounds that echo through the exhaust pipe. The purpose of the muffler in the exhaust system is to reduce the sounds that the engine makes.    There are many vehicles, including motorcycles, in every town that may be cruising around without mufflers on their exhausts. Those individuals are probably among the drivers who choose to go without a damper. "Why would anyone choose to go without a muffler" you might ask. Some people believe that removing the muffler gives the car more power and speed, but this is a common misconception. Other people might also remove their m ... read more