How The Cosworth BDA’s Belt-Drive 16-Valve Head Set The Bar For NA Engine Performance
In 1969, Cosworth, a British engineering firm, developed the BDA engine, a naturally aspirated motor that would set the standard for performance in the next two decades. The BDA was based on the Ford Kent block and featured a cylinder…
How One Diesel Engine Made Dodge Ram Trucks a Tuning Legend
In 1989, Dodge struck a deal with Cummins to shoehorn a heavy-duty industrial engine into its light-duty Ram trucks. The engine in question was the 5.9-liter inline-six turbo diesel, known internally as the 6BT. Originally designed for farm equipment, marine…
This Tractor Engine Company Once Powered A Norwegian Racer To 180 MPH Speed Record
Wisconsin Motor, a company known for its small air-cooled engines, also built larger engines, including the Wisconsin T-Head, which was used in various cars, trucks, and aircraft. One such engine was used in Sig Haughdahl's 1922 Wisconsin Special race car,…
Porsche replaces Cayman GT4 race car with new 911 GT4 R based on 911 GT3 — and yes, it’s confusing
Porsche has launched the 911 GT4 R, a new customer race car that replaces the 718 Cayman GT4 RS Clubsport. Unlike previous GT4 race cars, which were Cayman-based, this one is built on the 911 platform—specifically, the 911 Cup car,…
Does Starting or Idling Your Engine Use More Fuel? The Data Settles the Debate
Modern fuel-injected engines don’t need idling to warm up—it’s a relic of carbureted-era myths. The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources debunked the idea that idling saves fuel in a 2015 YouTube video, proving that restarting a modern engine after 30…
These Are 12 Of The Safest SUVs You Can Buy In 2026, According To The IIHS
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has tightened its "Top Safety Pick+" criteria for 2026, demanding even higher standards for pedestrian and backseat passenger protection. Despite the elevated bar, 45 vehicles earned the top award this year, with SUVs…
Over-the-Air Update Lets Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut Smash Quarter-Mile Record at 190 MPH
Koenigsegg’s Jesko Absolut just shattered the quarter-mile record for non-EV production cars after a simple over-the-air software update. The twin-turbo 5.0-liter V8 hypercar, making 1,600 horsepower on E85 fuel, now clocks a blistering 8.54 seconds at 190 mph in the…
Factory-Installed vs Aftermarket Turbos: What Are The Main Differences?
The difference between manufacturer-installed (OEM) turbos and aftermarket turbos goes beyond their origin. Quality control, warranty, and after-sales care are significant factors. OEM turbos are covered under the automaker's warranty, while aftermarket parts have varying warranties and build qualities. Price…
Scorching Spa 24 Hours pits drivers, cars and strategy against extreme heat
The 78th running of the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa kicks off today at 16:30 under a brutal 35 °C heatwave that will test every element of the endurance classic. Mercedes-AMG Motorsport rolls out eleven GT3 cars across PRO, BRONZE,…
MIT Study Debunks Facebook Myths: EVs Outperform Gas Cars on Emissions Across the U.S.
A new study from MIT has dismantled the viral social media claim that electric vehicles (EVs) are secretly worse for the planet than gas-powered cars. Using data from every U.S. zip code, researchers found that battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) consistently produce…