Learning how to build and understand a mini engine is an exciting journey for anyone interested in mechanics. A mini engine, ...

Heat is a byproduct of combustion. Both air-cooled and water-cooled engines need to dissipate that heat to keep the engine from running too hot. Can piston rings play a role in managing that heat?

Pistons are an engine-building element we like to brag about, but you won't catch many of us boasting about having cast pistons. Cast pistons are for wimps. Many of us like to talk up hypereutectic ...

Everyone generally knows about piston and rotary engines, with many a flamewar having been waged over the pros and cons of each design. The “correct” answer is thus to combine both into a single ...

To keep the heart of your car running as smoothly as possible, it's worth investing in a fuel additive When it comes to modern cars, even the latest advanced engines need a bit of help to keep running ...