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Video: Inside the Holley 4-Barrel Carburetor

Posted on September 21, 2022 by MCG

The classic Holley four-barrel carburetor is an essential piece of American car lore. Even if you never touch one, you’ll still enjoy this informative look inside. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Holley four-barrel carburetor

Video: Why Hydrogen Engines are a Lousy Idea

Posted on September 14, 2022 by MCG

Car enthusiasts have a natural attraction to the hydrogen combustion engine, but does it have a future? Let’s take a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Engineering Explained, Jason Fenske

Video: The Crazy Rocketman and his Pulsejet Go-Kart

Posted on August 12, 2022 by MCG

Now this is different: a go-kart propelled by a custom-built pulsejet engine. See the Beast in action here. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports, Technology | Tagged Crazy Rocketman, Pulsejet engine, Robert Maddox

Video Dyno Test: Does the Tesla S Plaid Really Make 1020 Horsepower?

Posted on July 27, 2022 by MCG

When the Tesla S Plaid was introduced, its official power rating raised a few eyebrows. Does it really produce 1020 horsepower? Let’s find out. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Tesla S Plaid

Video: Building the Ultimate Ford Flathead V8

Posted on July 21, 2022 by MCG

This engine program combined the classic architecture of the Ford Flathead V8 with the latest parts and technology the performance industry has to offer. Let’s check out the results.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports, Technology | Tagged Ford Flathead V8, Kieth Dorton

Secrets of the 1966 GM Electrovair, an EV Pioneer

Posted on July 20, 2022 by MCG

General Motors has a long and varied history with alternative-fuel vehicles. Here’s an interesting example from 1966, the battery-electric Electrovair II. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Electrovair II, General Motors

What is an Agnostic Engine?

Posted on July 17, 2022 by MCG

There’s a fascinating new term in the world of internal combustion engines: fuel-agnostic. So what does it mean? Let’s find out.

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Posted in Technology | Tagged Cummins, Fuel-Agnostic Engines

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