This Toyota engine could turn otherwise sleepy vehicles into performance classics. It has quite a story to tell.

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In a world of four-, six-, and eight-cylinder engines, the number seven sticks out like an awkward middle child. It may be a lucky number in Vegas, but it's practically taboo in engine bays. Not ...

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Making an air-cooled Porsche 911 rev to 12,000 rpm sounds impossible, but it's actually feasible if you use the right parts.

Most four-cylinder engines use a single spark plug per cylinder, but a lot of them throughout the years used eight spark ...

Based on the Ward's list, the Nissan VQ series of V6 engines is among the best engines in recent automotive history. The ...

Image Credit: Sue Thatcher / Shutterstock. For many car enthusiasts, there's nothing better than a big engine with lots of cylinders. While smaller engines certainly have their merits, a big, powerful ...

Toyota's exclusive rally-bred turbocharged engine remains an icon in its extensive performance car history.

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A turbo five-cylinder growl and sharp styling make the second-gen Volvo S60 T5 a standout in a sea of indistinguishable luxury sedans.

Cylinder wall scoring is something that many car owners rarely consider. It's actually a silent killer that can wreak havoc on engines, leading to costly repairs or even engine replacement. Cylinder ...