Quiz: What is the purpose of the catalytic converter in a vehicle’ January 12, 2025 by Alex Turner What is the purpose of the catalytic converter in a vehicle’s exhaust system? Discover more about Vehicle Engine and Automobile at our home page. A) To convert harmful gases into less harmful emissions B) To increase engine horsepower C) To cool the exhaust gases before they exit D) To filter out particulate matter from the exhaust Submit Answer