Glossary / Engine

hydraulic system

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

The hydraulic system is the part of the car that uses fluid to help you brake and steer; if it fails, it can be costly to fix.

Technical Definition

The hydraulic system in a car uses fluid pressure to operate components like brakes and power steering; failures can lead to expensive repairs.

Hear It Discussed

"And what they're doing, there are four of them, one for each corner, obviously. And they are circular pumps that create pressure and hydraulic system."
Do Young People Like Cars Anymore? — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 238 The Carmudgeon Show 14:34

"There's no hydraulic system anymore. And that's for a bunch of reasons, including eight S systems and autonomous driving and electric cars where you wouldn't have a hydraulic pump."
Jeep Drops Wagoneer, Cadillac Optiq Review, ChargePoint Hones Charging Network Car Stuff Podcast 18:08

"...it's a redundant hydraulic system. So you would have, in order for the car to descend, you would have to cut two lines..."
Dialed In Podcast: January 2nd, 2026 Dialed In - Some Obsession Required 59:05