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Video: Nitro Fuel System Secrets

Posted on July 16, 2019 by MCG

A Top Fuel engine is one of the most awesome internal combustion machines ever created, and the fuel system is the key to it all. Courtesy of NHRA, here’s a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports, Technology | Tagged NHRA, NHRA Funny Car, Top Fuel Dragster

Video: Engineering the Mighty Jaguar 6.0L V12

Posted on July 9, 2019 by MCG

Learn the story of the Jaguar 6.0-liter V12—one of the Coventry car maker’s more memorable engines—in this original factory video. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Jaguar, Jaguar V12, Jaguar XJ12

Video: Debunking the Myths About Electric Cars

Posted on June 22, 2019 by MCG

It’s a fact: New things can be scary. Here’s an excellent video debunking some of the more common myths about electric cars. Continue reading →

Posted in New Cars, Technology | Tagged Electric Vehicles, Engineering Explained

According to Volkswagen: A Glossary of Current Styling Terms

Posted on May 15, 2019 by MCG

Are you up-to-date on your automotive designer lingo? Check out this handy glossary from Volkswagen. Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Technology | Tagged Automotive Design Terms, Volkswagen, Volkswagen Arteon

Video: The Flat-Plane V8 Crankshaft Explained

Posted on May 2, 2019 by MCG

Why do they sound that way? Learn the principles of the flat-plane crankshaft in this entertaining and educational video.  Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Cross-plane Crankshaft, Flat-plane crankshaft, Shelby Mustang V8, V8 engine

Video: How NASCAR Wheels are Made

Posted on April 14, 2019 by MCG

Four of the more overlooked and underappreciated components on any NASCAR race car: the wheels. Let’s see how they make ’em. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports, Technology | Tagged Aero Racing Wheels, NASCAR, NASCAR Monster Cup

Video: The 2019 Mercedes Formula 1 Steering Wheel

Posted on March 16, 2019 by MCG

With its dozens of switches and selectors, the steering wheel is the nerve center of a modern Formula 1 car. Here’s a breakdown on the Mercedes AMG piece for 2019.  Continue reading →

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