Automakers today have a wide range of powertrain options to choose from, including internal combustion engines, hybrids, plug ...

In case you missed it, the automotive industry has been on a steady trajectory of internal combustion engine (ICE) downsizing for years. Battery-powered electric vehicles may capture most of the ...

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Turbocharger use is more prolific than ever, and understanding how one works explains why it’s such a popular choice. To understand the benefit of a turbo, we need a refresher on the basics of the ...

I can never resist a good oddball engine, and this one’s pedigree is impressive. See if you can bend your mind around it. Most of you reading this probably have at least a basic understanding of how ...

The inline-six engine offers some significant advantages against V-block engines, but these same engineering differences also ...

For more than a century, one basic layout has quietly powered everything from family sedans to fighter trainers and lawn ...