The unique demands of car racing have spurred various developments in automobile manufacturing. Whether in Formula 1, Le Mans, or on the street, people love a car with plenty of speed and performance.

When it comes to high-output engines, cars with lots of cylinders -- like ones sporting a V10, V12, or even W16 engine -- are probably the first thing to come to mind. These powerful engines include ...

Horse Powertrain popped up on my radar this month as it trotted out its new C15 engine at the IAA Mobility show in Germany. The C15 is a 1.5-liter four-cylinder the size of carry-on luggage that makes ...

V-4 engines remain uncommon in cars despite their potential advantages. While automotive enthusiasts regularly discuss V-6, V-8, and larger configurations, V-4 engines are typically found in ...

Traditionally, in engine building, high displacement and high horsepower figures go hand in hand. You've probably heard the phrase, "there's no replacement for displacement." While that might have ...

The roar of an engine, the satisfaction of mechanical mastery, the potential cost savings—these are the siren calls that draw many automotive enthusiasts into the challenging world of engine overhauls ...

The Mini-Stock divisions racing four-cylinder engines were originallydevised as a great way to allow new racers to get their feet wet. Fewercylinders (and cubic inches) meant the cars were slower, and ...

Safety, performance, aesthetics, noise, comfort, reliability, and durability are the goals that keep automotive engineers up at night, and the miracle solution has, so far, been "more plastic." ...