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Automobile

Of or relating to any vehicle, usually designed to carry passengers, that operates on ordinary roads and typically has four wheels and a gasoline or diesel internal-combustion engine.

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Big-end bearing

Automotive; Automobile

The bearing in the connexion between the connecing rod from the cylinder and the crankshaft.

Big-end bolt

Automotive; Automobile

The bolt attaching the big-end cap to the connecting rod.

Big-end cap

Automotive; Automobile

The detachable end of the connecting rod which fits onto the crankpin.

Big three

Automotive; Automobile

Referring to the three biggest car companies in America, GM, Chrysler and Ford.

BIL

Automotive; Automobile

Bilimportorenes Landsforening (Norway). In English, this is the Association of Swedish Automobile Manufacturers and Wholesalers.

Bird dog

Automotive; Automobile

A person who refers prospective customes to particular dealerships to receive a commission.

Bite

Automotive; Automobile

The ability of a vehicle to adhere to the road and not skid, especially in racing situations.

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