Learning how to build and understand a mini engine is an exciting journey for anyone interested in mechanics. A mini engine, ...

Twin turbo systems explained: how they work, why V6 and V8 engines use them, real-world performance gains, and when twin ...

Pop the hood on a classic Mazda RX-7 or RX-8 and the engine bay looks […] ...

The primary job of an engine bearing is to establish a low-friction interface for a rotating shaft. Most bearings today are half-round assemblies used around crankshafts, for example. While you might ...

For hundreds of years of human history, the invention that has defined our ability to travel, explore, and expand our boundaries has been the combustion engine. This hallmark of mechanical development ...

Last month's "How It Works" story gave you the basics of the four-stroke cycle, describing the motion of the intake and exhaust valves in relation to the piston moving up and down in the cylinder.

Fleet managers should have a good understanding of engine brakes and how they are properly used. How often do you hear drivers complaining about weak engine brakes? Some drivers will say the engine ...

A range-extended electric vehicle pairs an electric motor with a gasoline engine/generator, which recharges the battery as you drive. An REEV powertrain differs from other hybrid setups because the ...