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An 8-cylinder McLaren available soon?
Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Car and Driver revealed that McLaren is grooming a V8, roadster version of the MP4-12C, scheduled to come out later this year.
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Subaru WRX to get an electric turbo?
Friday, May 04, 2012
The next-generation Subaru Impreza WRX might very well use a revolutionary turbocharger powered by electricity converted from the exhaust gases.
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New Ford Escape powered by EcoBoost engine
Wednesday, May 02, 2012
"Ford has figured out that people want more frugal cars, without having to sacrifice power nor space," Ford's vice president of Engineering for Global Product Development, Raj Nair says.
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2013 Ford Shelby GT500: Most powerful one ever built
Tuesday, May 01, 2012
Ironically, the new Ford Shelby produces 112 more horsepower than its predecessor. Yet, it's the most fuel economic car of its category. The honking V8 under the bonnet has 662 horsepower and 631 ft-lbs of torque to its disposal and was dubbed the most power engine in the world.
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Fiat's MultiAir replaces intake camshaft
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Fiat's 1.4L family of engines utilizes "MultiAir" technology. Dave Schmidt is chief engineer for Chrysler's North American 1.4L engine program, and here's how he described MultiAir to this writer, and now to you...
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Polestar Punch
Friday, March 16, 2012
Want a little more aggression from the Swede in your driveway? If the answer is "yes," read on. Polestar is a racing company based in Sweden that partnered with Volvo in 1996 to develop performance products exclusively for the Swedish automaker, and to race Volvo vehicles.
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Ford Transit van to get an EcoBoost
Friday, March 09, 2012
When Ford replaces its E-Series wagon and van in 2013 with a new Transit commercial van, it will come equipped with a the marque's award-winning 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6.
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Fluids - A vital part of our vehicle's well-being : Engine
Monday, March 12, 2012
We all know the important role that fluids play in our own health and well-being. They're every bit as vital to the overall maintenance and performance of our vehicles. Just like us, our car relies on fluid to keep its running parts in good working order. They're an essential component in many systems, including the engine, transmission and brakes.
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Smoke and mirrors: The James Bond car
Monday, March 05, 2012
No, officer, I swear my car isn't dying a gruesome death, it's this new James Bond technology! See, to lose my pursuers, I just press firmly down on the gas pedal here, and a thick cloud of smoke envelops the car behind me. It's like a secret agent car!
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Chrysler extends roots in Detroit
Friday, January 06, 2012
Chrysler is adding a third crew and 1,100
new jobs at its Jefferson North Assembly
Plant and reaffirming plans to reopen its
Conner Avenue Assembly Plant, both in
Detroit. The former will produce the new
diesel version of the 2013 Jeep Grand
Cherokee for North America.
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2013 Cadillac ATS gets a turbo
Sunday, December 25, 2011
With the North American International Auto Show just a few weeks away, General Motors has revealed that its 2013 Cadillac ATS compact luxury sedan will get the turbo treatment.
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Behold the new Bentley Continental GT and GTC V8
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
W12 Almighty, please step aside! Bentley is about to write a new chapter with the launch of the all-new Continental GT and GTC V8 at the 2012 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit this January.
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Bentley intrigues with new V8 engine soundtrack
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
We knew a V8 engine would be eventually introduced in the Continental GT since Bentley announced it some time ago. The first tease, and probably not the last, from the English manufacturer comes in the form of a sound clip demonstrating the new engine's soundtrack, which Bentley calls "stirring and thunderous." We'll let you be the judge of that.
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''Crash'' Corrigan builds GM's 100-millionth small-block Chevy
Friday, December 09, 2011
Well fair enough, that's maybe stretching the truth somewhat, but I did get to install both sets of tappets! You see, along with invited guests and a few fellow journalists, I was in Wixom, Michigan this week to witness (and assist) in the building of this iconic piece of automotive history.
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Turning over a new leaf
Thursday, December 08, 2011
The Nissan LEAF is Auto123.com's Green Vehicle of the Year for 2012. There is a lot of negative energy surrounding electric vehicles, but I believe this to be a technology worth pursuing, particularly if you are a gearhead. Ask yourself what other type of powerplant provides 100% of the motor's torque at full load and zero rpm?
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Small block and big block V8? What's the difference?
Wednesday, December 07, 2011
Simple question isn't it? Everyone thinks that it has to do with engine displacement; you know, 396 Ci or 455 or whatever your favourite American car maker says is the most badass number. It turns out that this is not always actually the case. Or is it?
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Honda throws direct injection and a CVT into the mix
Sunday, December 04, 2011
Honda took advantage of the Tokyo Motor Show to reveal its new lineup of next-generation powertrains, and it looks like direct injection and a continuously variable transmission (CVT) are on the menu.
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Dirty valves and direct injection
Monday, November 28, 2011
Valve gunk is nasty stuff that comes from the toxic vapor of steam, oil, gasoline and hydrocarbons circulating around the inside of your engine. A normal process of combustion in any gas powerplant, this vapor is a result of heat and pressure - and it's vented back into your vehicle's intake system where it's sucked into the cylinders and burned up cleanly.
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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: 271 & 345 ponies
Monday, November 14, 2011
At a special event held last Saturday in South Korea, Hyundai finally revealed the specifications of the upcoming 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe engines. It looks like we'll be treated not only to a more contemporary-looking ride, but to a much more potent one as well.
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Hyundai's powertrain lead
Friday, November 11, 2011
You've got to wonder, like seriously, if Hyundai's got anyone at BMW worried. The German automaker virtually pioneered the now-mandatory mentality of efficient performance, launching one powertrain technology after the other to create machines that were both gutsy and efficient. The Korean automaker, in many regards, is right on their tail.
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Chrysler runs into V6 shortage
Monday, October 24, 2011
Chrysler's Windsor, Ontario plant - home of the Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country and Volkswagen Routan minivans - is now idling because of a shortage of engines.
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Hyundai Veloster Turbo packs 204 hp
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Hyundai has released the first details on the potent engine that will soon be nestled under the hood of the highly anticipated turbo version of the 2012 Veloster.
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Bad ol' Muscle cars and why they will die
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
This may be the most depressing title and blog I've ever written. On the heels of Mike's blog on V8 engines, I thought I'd share my thoughts on V8s and muscle cars.
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Mazda's rotary engine isn't dead!
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Ever since Mazda decided to abandon the RX-8 sports coupe, fans and advocates of the rotary engine have been fearing the worst. However, some new information will keep their hopes alive.
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Nissan Hybrids, Take Two
Friday, October 14, 2011
Although Nissan said it would retire the Altima Hybrid by the end of 2011, we can assume the model will be back as early as 2013, with a new and very promising powertrain.
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GM developing a new family of small engines
Thursday, October 13, 2011
General Motors will make a giant leap forward in its quest to reduce our oil addiction with the introduction of a new family of small-displacement (1.0L to 1.5L), three- and four-cylinder Ecotec gasoline engines, beginning at mid-decade.
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A 1.8-litre Alfa Romeo turbo engine for Chrysler?
Saturday, October 08, 2011
The synergy between the Chrysler Group and partners Fiat/Alfa Romeo is becoming increasingly evident, and North American consumers may reap some of its rewards in the near future.
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GM: Bye-bye V6, hello turbo four!
Friday, October 07, 2011
General Motors looks set to copy-paste Ford's engine approach by replacing the V6 of its midsize sedans with a new 2.0-litre turbocharged four-banger.
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2013 Ford Shelby GT500 gets bigger V8
Thursday, October 06, 2011
The quest for fuel efficiency is missing a few players, including the Ford Shelby GT500, which will receive an even larger, more fearsome V8 engine for 2013.
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Nissan Juke to get GT-R engine for SEMA?
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
So, we all got a little excited about Nissan's spunky little Juke getting an R badge -- so excited in fact, that we imagined it would be heading to SEMA this year.
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Two new turbos and a hybrid for Subaru
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Subaru wants to improve fuel economy across its lineup by 30 percent by 2015. Several major changes are to be expected, starting with the introduction of two new turbos for 2012.
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Kia GT gets powerful turbocharged V6
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Late last week, we finally got our hands on the first pictures of the Kia GT Concept, a magnificent rear-wheel-drive sedan to be unveiled in a couple of days at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
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Two EcoBoost options for 2013 Ford Fusion
Monday, September 12, 2011
The Ford Fusion will be taking a gulp from the fountain of youth for 2013, and details are starting to leak giving us a good idea of the direction Ford will be taking with its mid-size sedan.
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2012 Lincoln Navigator and 2013 MKS to take EcoBoost plunge
Monday, September 05, 2011
Ford's Derrick Kuzack, group vice president, Global Product Development, briefly outlined the overhaul the Lincoln products will be going through in the coming years. Fuel efficiency will naturally be a priority, making this the perfect opportunity to expand the reach of the popular EcoBoost engine in the luxury brand's lineup.
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Twin Turbo V6s in the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra for 2013
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Seems like Ford's bid to equip its pick-ups with a turbo V6 for the first time is hitting competitors where it hurts, and they don't have a choice but to do the same is they want to stay in the game. Want proof? GM plans on stuffing a 3.0-litre, Twin Turbo V6 inside the upcoming Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra for 2013.
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GM to reduce number of platforms and engines by half
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
General Motors executives took advantage of its second annual global briefing, a meeting with its investors, to give them a glimpse at their future plans. The Detroit News got hold of details in which we learned that the world's number one manufacturer wants to halve the number of platforms and engines used throughout its lineup.
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Happy 20th birthday Mr VR6!
Thursday, August 04, 2011
Exactly 20 years ago today, one of the most revered 6-cylinder engines was offered for the first time. Known worldwide as the VR6, this spunky 6-pot was also the first of its kind from Volkswagen. In North America, it debuted in 1992.
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Ford Edge to get EcoBoost!
Wednesday, August 03, 2011
No more than a week ago, we brought to you news on the eventual coming of an EcoBoosted 4-pot to the new Explorer. Now, we can let you know that Ford will be dropping the same lump into the Edge.
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Mercedes says bye to V12 engines
Tuesday, August 02, 2011
This is the end of an era or quite nearly. Although the V12s are still on the docket for the S-Class and CL-Class, they've been dropped from the SL-Class' menu.
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Bentley to unveil a new engine at Detroit Auto Show
Monday, August 01, 2011
It seems that 2011-2012 is set to be a big year for the luxury automaker Bentley. With an already brand new Continental GT on the market and a brand new Continental GTC drop-top set to debut in Frankfurt long with a new Flying Spur, Bentley is on a real roll here - and it's not about to stop.
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Mazda SKYACTIV Technology: back-to-back comparison drive
Monday, August 01, 2011
VANCOUVER, British Columbia-Mazda introduced us to its new SKYACTIV technology, which is best described as a major rethink & redesign of what most of us are currently driving, a vehicle powered by some form of internal combustion engine.
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2012 Audi A6: new engines including TDI
Friday, July 29, 2011
Audi has developed a habit of building hot new cars. A habit that has turned into an obsession with the buying public as they continue to line-up in front of dealer showrooms hoping to get their hands on a sparkling-new Ingolstadt-born car.
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Ford to launch EcoBoost Explorer
Friday, July 29, 2011
While Ford may have already downsized the Explorer to a V6, seems they're not done changing up the renowned vehicle, this time adding a fuel-saving EcoBoost variant.
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Chrysler SRT8s with more bang
Thursday, July 28, 2011
The horsepower war rage on like nobody's business. Be it the Germans, Japanese or Americans, all are out to outdo the other. And the only thing we can do is sit back and enjoy the show.
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A new engine for the Ford Fiesta
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Ford's Fiesta is a smash hit. It's on top of the subcompact segment but Ford isn't sitting on its laurels, pretending that all is good and will remain that way.
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BMW downsizes the 5-Series engine
Wednesday, July 06, 2011
Apparently, smaller is better these days. Some may be shocked to learn that BMW is downsizing its 5 Series engine, replacing the previous-gen naturally aspirated 3.0L 6-cylinder with their brand new 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged number.
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Favourite Engines
Tuesday, July 05, 2011
To some, they're a bunch of complicated metal bits that live in the dark under your hood, and do something with oil and gasoline to make the car go. To others, engines have a character, a soul, a personality, and even a voice.
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2012 Buick LaCrosse gets more-powerful V6 engine
Thursday, June 23, 2011
In addition to the new 4-cylinder eAssist powertrain, which we'll be reviewing next week, the 2012 LaCrosse sedan will also benefit from improvements to its optional 3.6-litre V6.
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2012 Mazda CX-5 to feature a 2.2-litre SKYACTIV diesel mill
Thursday, June 16, 2011
According to Autocar, Mazda will use the arrival of the 2012 CX-5 to introduce a 2.2-litre, SKYACTIV diesel mill coupled with a six-speed manual transmission and producing 173 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm.
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Lotus to build its own V6 and V8 engines, possibly 4-cylinders, too
Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Last month, we told you that Lotus had decided to postpone the launch of the Elan to focus on the Evora and its variants. Well, the seemingly-bad news just turned into a promising initiative as the U.K.-based automaker plans to use funds from the Elan's development to build its own range of V6 and V8 engines.
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Chrysler's new kind of hybrid: gasoline and diesel
Monday, June 06, 2011
Gasoline and diesel are like cats and dogs - put them together and disaster ensues every time. Yet, during a presentation given by Chrysler during the Department of Energy's 2011 Merit Review in Washington D.C., the automaker announced the development of a radical prototype engine that burns a combination of gasoline and diesel, in an effort to make its fleet more fuel-efficient.
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Porsche to sport an Audi diesel
Monday, June 06, 2011
It looks like Porsche's upcoming baby off-roader, the Cajun, is set to sport an Audi Q5 platform and a brand new V6 twin-turbodiesel engine. As the first Porsche designed under the watchful eye of Volkswagen Group's Group chief designer Waller de'Silva, the Porsche Cajun will be manufactured in Leipzig, Germany.
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Next Corvette to get turbocharged V8, new DNA
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Reports indicate that General Motors is about to shake up the Chevrolet Corvette as we know it in order to attract younger buyers and pose a more serious threat to Porsches, Ferraris and Lamborghinis.
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Road trip: The best call ever!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Forget about gas prices for a moment. Think back to a few years ago (many for some) where you were hanging out with friends on a Thursday night, looking for something to do on the upcoming long weekend. What to do? How about a round of golf? Bowling? Kayaking? Bake sale? Gardening? No! None of these will do. We's too cool! Then, out of nowhere, the words "road trip" are uttered. YES! High-fives and fist-pumps all around!
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Cadillac thinking of introducing four-bangers on several models
Wednesday, May 04, 2011
Little by little, stiff gas prices and stricter regulations around the world are changing the way vehicles are developed. Cadillac, known for its gas-guzzling products for years, is now toying with the idea of aligning itself with Audi and Mercedes-Benz by offering four-cylinder mills.
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To Duramax or Not to Duramax!
Wednesday, April 27, 2011
Engaged in a testosterone-laced Heavy-Duty powerplant war with Dodge and Ford, GM's latest Duramax engine is more powerful, more efficient and more refined than ever. The numbers? How about 397 horsepower and 765 lb.-ft of manly American turbodiesel torque?
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2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series to get 507-hp 6.2L V8
Monday, April 25, 2011
While a dark shroud still covers the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Black Series, the team at BenzInsider recently got some exclusive information. The car will reportedly feature the current 6.2L V8 engine with a few tweaks and produce 507 horsepower instead of the regular 451.
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The 2012 Mazda3 SKYACTIV: only 4.9L / 100km on the highway
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
While most automakers are turning toward hybrid or electric technologies to improve the fuel efficiency ratings of their fleet, Mazda has taken a different route: SKYACTIV. Looking to optimize its internal combustion engines, transmissions, aerodynamics and pretty much every aspect of its products, the Japanese manufacturer believes it's found the solution.
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Lotus to phase out Elise, Exige with special Final Editions
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Lotus is running short of 2ZZ-GE engines supplied by Toyota, forcing the company to end production of the Elise and Exige in July. In order to send the cars off on a high note, special Final Editions will be built in extremely limited number.
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2012 Cadillac CTS: 14 extra ponies and a new grille
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
After revealing the improvements made to the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro's powertrain last week, GM has announced that the luxurious 2012 Cadillac has gotten the same treatment. It will now deploy 14 extra ponies and slightly more torque, and feature a redesigned grille.
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New York 2011: BMW confirms 4-cylinder engine for Z4 roadster
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Last week, BMW promised a new four-cylinder vehicle for the North American market. Right on the eve of the New York Auto Show (April 22-May 1, 2011), the German automaker ended the suspense by announcing that the Z4 roadster will receive the same 2.0-litre TwinPower Turbo engine as the X1 xDrive28i.
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