Engineering Explained
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Engineering Explained dives into how and why McLaren still uses hydraulic-assist power steering.
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Can synthetic fuels save the combustion engine?Synthetic fuel solves the problem of CO2 emissions from internal-combustion engines, but it's not without its drawbacks.
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Why MPG is a dumb unit for fuel economy
Automakers often tout the mpg rating of their cars, but is it really the best measure of fuel economy?
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Why don't solar-powered cars exist?
The sun can power many things, but it takes a lot of math to realize it's not ideal for powering cars.
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Should you use racing oil in your road car?
It's time to destroy an old automotive myth.
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What's the future of the internal-combustion engine?
These technologies may just help the internal-combustion engine stick around for decades to come.
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"Engineering Explained" host Jason Fenske dissects the 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing.
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Why the 2022 Subaru BRZ doesn't need a turbocharger
Subaru has many turbocharged engines but installing one in the BRZ won't necessarily make it a better sports car.
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Math proves big tire sidewalls are better for the planet
Something as simple as the size of your wheels can dramatically affect range in electric vehicles.
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Here's why horsepower is a dumb metric
Horsepower was created by James Watt who based it on a horse turning a mill. Here's a better unit to measure a car's power.
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What is brake-by-wire and how do these systems work?
Can a car with no direct connection between the pedal and brake still be safe? Find out here.
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Is synthetic motor oil bad for old cars?
Synthetic oil is great, but how safe is it to use in classic cars? Find out here.
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Maserati's MC20 supercar is the first recipient of a new engine boasting Formula One technology.
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Here's how Gordon Murray's track-focused T50s can drive upside down
The track-only version of Gordon Murray's T50 supercar will deliver unprecedented levels of downforce.
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How Gordon Murray's T50 embarrasses every supercar on the planet
Gordon Murray's successor to the McLaren F1 is the new GMA T50 due in 2022.
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What do the numbers on a bottle of oil mean?
The right oil is important for keeping your engine happy, so find out how to pick what's right for you.
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5 impressive "flaws" of the C8 Chevrolet Corvette
These five aspects of the C8 Chevy Corvette may not be as flawed as they seem.
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Here's how the 2021 Ford Bronco's crawler gear works
Jason Fenske describes how the new Bronco's low first gear will be a boon for traction and torque.
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Find out what rev-hang is and how it affects modern cars with manual transmissions.
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Has Porsche reinvented the brake rotor?
The Porsche Surface Coated Brake (PSCB) system features rotors unlike anything currently available on production cars.
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What if the Tesla Roadster used rockets for acceleration?
Elon Musk has toyed with the idea of adding rockets to the Tesla Roadster, but is it more than just hype?
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Could entry ignition tech save the combustion engine?
New ignition tech has the potential to improve engine efficiency dramatically.
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The 2020 Cadillac CT4-V's engine has a unique turbo design in the name of torque
It might not be a Blackwing, but the Cadillac CT4-V and its engine are still interesting pieces of engineering.
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This street-legal engine makes 1,000 horsepower without boost
It's easy to make 1,000 horsepower. Just add boost, and make sure your engine can handle it. The engineers at racing firm Cosworth decided to do things the hard way. They developed a 1,000-hp naturally aspirated V-12 for the Aston Martin Valkyrie. Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained offers a deep...
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