High-output engines live in a world of brutal cylinder pressures, extreme temperatures and razor-thin safety margins, and the humble piston sits at the center of that storm. When power levels climb, ...

The V6 engine still doesn't get the credit it deserves, but these five powerplants prove that the configuration can lead to epic results. When the first mass-produced automotive V6 came into being in ...

Like a caveman claiming his square wheel still works better than his neighbor's round version, some car companies are defying the trend to turbocharge and supercharge all their engines. Yep, naturally ...

X15 diesels showed quick throttle response and strong acceleration on the TRC's tracks. Engine brakes were impressively strong, even at low rpm's. A parade of X15-powered tractor-trailers led the ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Ferrari is exploring a groundbreaking approach to the internal combustion engine, as revealed by a recent European patent filing.

Though it's rare and might be considered an oddity by some enthusiasts, the inline-five has proved its worth on numerous occasions, particularly under the hood of these iconic performance cars.

Westport and Volvo are demonstrating a 500-hp truck with diesel-like efficiency — one that also offers what Westport says is ...

There have been several trucks and SUVs that have used the same engine as the iconic Corvette. Here are some you might not ...

The Boss 302 was Ford's high-revving response to GM's DZ 302. Here's why this V8 punched above its weight class, all the way ...

BMW fans, you can breathe a sigh of relief. The German automaker says its high-performance M straight-six and V8 engines will live on past the introduction of tougher Euro 8 emissions regulations. As ...

The automaker will field two Elantra N1 RP racers with a prototype powertrain at this year's N24.

A car engine CC to HP estimate can be helpful, but modern engines vary in power. See why turbocharging, fuel type, and design ...