As you might imagine, the role of a power divider in a semi-truck is to distribute power between axles. But when is it used, and how do you operate it safely?
Read MoreCould a flight across the world take just two hours? It might, if we master hypersonic travel — and a group of Japanese researchers is on the right track.
Read MoreFinancially, the more biofuel that is produced, the lower gas prices will stay. But there are high costs beyond what you see on gas station signs.
Read MorePrivate companies using smartphone data, RFID chips, and vehicle information to create an "electronic signature" is the next step in tracking your movements.
Read MoreYou might know a lot about V6 and V8 engines, but you might not know that there are W engines as well. And they come in many different sizes.
Read MoreGM has big plans for cheap batteries, only they're not for its cars.
Read MoreModern cars collect a tremendous amount of personal data, but there are ways to delete it. Here are the steps you need to take to protect your privacy.
Read MoreThe proposed CA program could change the sorts of tires available for sale to car enthusiasts and increase the cost of tire replacement for everyone else.
Read MoreTurbochargers were patented in the early 1900s, but were never common in cars until the second half of the 20th century. So what held the technology back?
Read MoreIf you think direct-injection diesel engines made their debut in the 1980’s, think again. The first diesel without extra plumbing debuted decades earlier.
Read MoreHybrid motorcycles could be faster, more efficient, and have longer engine life, but there are significant hurdles keeping them from being widely adopted.
Read MoreIndependent testing confirms this 3D-printed Z-pipe can deliver more power than an X-pipe. Whether it is actually worth the investment is a different matter.
Read MoreWhile we call both of these two fossil fuel sources 'gas,' compressed natural gas and gasoline are two very different things with some interesting similarities.
Read MoreYou probably know how diesel engines work, but it's one thing to understand the theory and a whole different thing to actually see how diesel fuel ignites.
Read MoreTurbo cars are losing that signature whistle we all know and love, so some automakers are now using speakers to imitate it. It's still as fake as it gets.
Read MoreThe robot used in BMW's pilot program, can be fitted with a variety of tools on its hands and used to produce batteries and components for vehicles.
Read MoreIn this case, the garage was monitored by Undaunted, a security company that uses four-legged robots rather than human security guards.
Read MoreThese five inline-six engines prove there's indeed a replacement for displacement, offering factory power outputs that embarrass many modern V8s.
Read MoreAs you might expect, aggressive driving can affect how much charge your EV holds. But there's more you'll need to keep track of to maximize its range.
Read MoreWhat really happens under the hood of your car when you shift gears? These are the main technical differences between transaxles and traditional transmissions.
Read MoreThe gas-powered Cummins engine still has tons of torque, and there are some other potential upsides too, including reduced maintenance intervals.
Read MoreInfiniti turned heads when its 2012 M35h set the Guinness quarter-mile hybrid record, but brands like Ferrari and Chevrolet have continued raising the bar.
Read MoreRacing is expensive, and winning never hurts, but to continue into the future, every series still has to answer the question of, "What are we even doing here?"
Read MoreFor now, your robots will have to wait outside with the other droids while you try to find a ride to Alderaan.
Read MoreEngines need a perfect ratio of air to fuel for optimal combustion, and too much of either comes with its own set of potentially catastrophic consequences.
Read MoreUSB flash drives offer surprising advantages over streaming for listening to music in your car, but the tradeoffs may not be worth it for some drivers.
Read MoreContinuously variable transmissions boast fuel economy benefits and smooth acceleration, though not every driver is a fan.
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