This black thing is called a snorkel. Should you have one in your car? At the end of this article, you be able to have a solid answer.
Cars need air for the engine to run right ? Now , some cars drive in different conditions. Sometimes through lots of dust mud and water . Especially if it’s a 4WD. The air intake of a car is often around the hood .
Let’s talk about you. I know you can’t swim but I’m sure you’ve ever tried. You couldn’t breathe under water and that’s why you choked and almost died .
Isn’t it? Cars too can’t breath under water. The engine will choke and die !
That’s where a snorkel comes in .
A snorkel extends the air intake away from the water level . This helps the car breath well even when the entire hood is under the water and keeps the engine running without any trouble!
Pics
Submerged car with an extended Snorkel
How it works!
