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Finally learn how to deal with one of life's pains in this video tutorial.
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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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Here’s the difference between sequential and dual-clutch gearboxes
Sequential transmissions are the leading choice for race car constructors, but have you ever wondered why?
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How to polish a clear bra on your car
Learn how to protect your car's protection in this new video from Ammo NYC.
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What's going on inside your car's differential?
Take some time out to learn what a differential is and what it does.
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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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Synthetic oil is great, but how safe is it to use in classic cars? Find out here.
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The Maserati MC20 has F1 tech
Maserati's MC20 supercar is the first recipient of a new engine boasting Formula One technology.
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Porsche teaches you how to take great car photos with a phone's camera
Here's a chance to finally learn how to take car photos like a pro, just using a mobile phone's camera.
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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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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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Is it okay to left-foot brake on the street?
There are many benefits to left-braking on the street, but it needs practice.
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Learn about the important systems in your car that help keep you in control at the limit.
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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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Modern manual transmissions have a problem
Find out what rev-hang is and how it affects modern cars with manual transmissions.
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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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If you've ever wondered how Bugatti's Chiron is made, here's your chance to find out.
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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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Deep dive: Here's how Audi's electric turbocharger works
Learn how Audi's electric turbocharger works to reduce turbo lag in the 2020 S6 and S7 models.
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Here's why lean engines don't run hot
If you've ever wanted to know what air-fuel mix runs the hottest, a new video explains it all.
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McLaren explains why the Senna GTR's wing is so big
The McLaren Senna GTR's designer reveals some of the goals he had for the track-focused supercar.
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