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 Definition of Automobile, Layout of automobile



In this article let us discuss about the definition and layout of the automobile

Automobile : 

Automobile is a self propelled vehicle ( Power used by vehicle is generated it self  ) which is used for transportation of goods and passengers. Usually consist of internal combustion engine or a electric motor ( Tesla ) and run on land as well as have four wheels. 

As per definition plane is not an automobile but we can say plane is a vehicle ✈️

Examples of automobile : 

  1. Bus
  2. Car
  3. Jeep
  4. Truck
  5. Tractor
Layout of an automobile : 

It consist of 
  • Chassis
  • Body
Chassis : 

        It is defined as the whole vehicle except body which withstand the whole weight of vehicle. 

It consist of the following 

     1. Engine ( Power plant  ) 

     2. Basic structure        

  • Frame
  • Suspension system
  • Axles
  • Wheels   
    3.Transmission system
  • Clutch
  • Gear box
  • Universal joint
  • Propeller shaft
  • Differential
  • Front and Rear axles
  • Wheels and Tyres
    4. Control systems
  • Steering system
  • Braking system
   5. Electrical circuits
  • Starting circuit
  • Charging circuit
  • Lighting circuit
  • Horn circuit
  • Gauges circuit
    6. Cooling system


Body : It is considered as the super structure of the automobile and vehicle other than chassis is called body.







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