Infiniti has revealed an engine concept this year, and it is of the variable compression kind. While not the first of its type as a concept, this motor might bring a new line of internal combustion power plants to the people. Variable compression engines have existed as concepts for a while, but...
The concept of engine swaps has been around for more than half a century, and there’s not a definitive answer to what is right and wrong on this topic. We do have a few pointers for those interested in getting an engine swap. First of all, you need to have a base vehicle in mind. From there,...
The USA’s organizational system has allowed individual states to have different regulations from many points of view. While federal laws still apply across all territories, states can impose stricter or less strict sanctions for speeding. The same velocity could get you in jail in one place,...
Brake pads are consumables that are vital to the braking system. Just like brake fluid, they are often overlooked, and the consequences can be disastrous. The brake pads have the role of gripping the brake discs to reduce their velocity. They are placed in brake calipers, and the parts that push...
The European Union has 28 member states until the United Kingdom leaves through the Brexit procedure. Each of these countries features a dedicated legislation and applies different guidelines when it comes to penalties and fines. 5 photosSome of the countries in the EU add points to...
Getting a new car involves choosing its exterior paint. It can make or break your residual value, but what about having fun? 6 photosAccording to multiple paint manufacturers, the most popular colors for new cars are white, black, and silver. While the top charts are not the same every year,...
Some people build snowmen or play in the snow, others go skiing or snowboarding, while others (the saddest of the bunch) have to get up early and drive to work while trying not to curse too many of their vacation enjoying buddies. 6 photosEven though probably the best option during heavy snow is...
Emissions standards are a constant struggle between improving air quality, current technology, and costs. As the years go by, the laws become more strict, and automakers have to invest more in developing cleaner cars. 23 photosThe first European emissions norm was mandatory for all new passenger...
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the mighty E63, and it only comes with an AMG Speedshift MCT transmission. Some of you are probably wondering what’s behind the marketing name chosen by Mercedes-Benz’s performance division. 9 photosEvidently, there is no other “Speedshift”...
Sound systems are often just a footnote in the specifications of some automobiles. This is not the case for premium models and luxury vehicles, which are offered with excellent systems.
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The best OEM audio systems in the world are tailored to the vehicles that are about to...
Twincharging is a technology that does not get in the spotlight too often. But it has recently emerged from the archives and made its way back into production. For those of you that are not familiar with the term, let’s explain what twincharging is, and why it is and was a big deal when it...
Twincharging is a technology that does not get in the spotlight too often. But it has recently emerged from the archives and made its way back into production. 10 photosFor those of you that are not familiar with the term, let’s explain what twincharging is, and why it is and was a big deal...
Nikola Tesla is a man that invented many things, but he is most known for the alternating current electricity supply system. Thanks to him, we all have AC power that operates safely within our homes and offices. However, Tesla invented many other things, including a revolutionary engine that never...
Nikola Tesla is a man that invented many things, but he is most known for the alternating current electricity supply system. Thanks to him, we all have AC power that operates safely within our homes and offices. 7 photosHowever, Tesla invented many other things, including a revolutionary engine...
The braking system is one of the things that some car enthusiasts take for granted, and some of them do not even think about upgrading them to match other aspects of their vehicles. If car enthusiasts are not acutely aware of how important a braking system is to their vehicle, what about the...