NASCAR Cup engines live in a strange space: they are tightly regulated, largely hand built, and expected to survive hours at full throttle while still making headline power. The rulebook caps ...

The five-cylinder engine is uncommon relative to the ubiquitous four-cylinder, six-cylinder, or eight-cylinder variants. As an odd-number engine, it certainly is in a class of just three such engines.

The Bavarians have mixed driving pleasure and reliability - but which is the most dependable power plant they've ever made?

Boxer engines feature flat, opposing pistons that move in opposite directions for smooth operation. Subaru and Porsche are primary modern users, benefiting from low center of gravity and performance.

The inline-6 engine layout has its fans in the gas world, but it's the de facto standard design among diesel aficionados. Hardly surprising, as these engines are less complex than any V layout and ...

Knowing what company manufactures specific parts of your car can be tough, especially if you don't have easy access to the information. When it comes to semi-trucks and other heavy-duty vehicles, ...

Did you know Yamaha once made F1 engines? Discover the history behind their Formula 1 involvement and why they eventually ...