Speed is a place at the very pinnacle of automotive evolution that grants a clear but taxing goal for engineers, one that necessitates massive power, precise aerodynamics, advanced materials and superb stability. Achieving mind-boggling velocity takes far more than just sticking a huge engine in any vehicle-everything needs to survive the incredible pressures of velocity […]
10 Rare Ferraris Linked to Racing, Royal Owners and Maranello History
Automotive history is filled with remarkable discoveries, but few are as exciting as finding a forgotten Ferrari after decades of silence. Rare Italian sports cars hidden in private garages, long-term storage, and carefully guarded collections can reveal fascinating stories about racing, royal ownership, factory development, and the golden age of Maranello. When these cars finally […]
A 1971 Plymouth ’Cuda Was Found in a Barn Like a Time Capsule From the Muscle Car Era
Finding a covered 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda underneath some dust is the sort of event that causes dreams. Beyond a classic automobile, a barn find Plymouth ‘Cuda becomes a tangible bridge to the tail end of America’s original muscle car epoch. With its sculpted sheet metal, original factory Mopar underpinnings and factory original mechanical details-all undisturbed-the […]
Inside Elvis Presley’s Garage: 12 Cars That Show His Taste for Style, Speed and Big V8 Power
Globally celebrated as the King of Rock and Roll, many are less aware that Elvis Presley’s love affair with cars and motorcycles was nearly as renowned and eccentric as his singing. Long before he would acquire his opulent Graceland mansion and achieve chart-topping success and Hollywood stardom, the King had begun honing an appetite for […]
10 Production Car Engines That Combined Big Power With Everyday Driving
We are in an age of engineering where horsepower in the four figures no longer belongs in a concept vehicle. Since the time production automobiles started breaking the four-figure horsepower barrier in the middle of the last decade, engineers have looked into innovative ways of building and managing obscene levels of output. Turbocharging, the hybrid […]
Exploring Unconventional Aviation Engineering: The History of Unusual Multi-Engine Aircraft
Aviation history is littered with hi-tech experiments that took the art of aerodynamics, aircraft size, structure and propulsion to the limit. Most passenger aircraft today have 2 or 4 engines, but in the past aircraft designers were sometimes prepared to experiment with much more complex configurations for insufficient power and/or performance of conventional designs. Some […]
Inside General Motors’ Experimental W-43 V8 Engine and Its Modern Restoration
Deep in the Detroit automotive industry, during the late 1960s, General Motors engineers studied how far American V8 performance could be taken. Inside Oldsmobile’s experimental programs, engineers designed an ambitious engine later the project received the intimidating internal nickname of “The Killer.” Centered around a colossal 455-cubic-inch, 7.5-liter V8, the project went beyond only displacing […]
10 Historic Aviation Engineering Feats That Changed Sky and Space Flight
Humankind has always looked toward the sky with curiosity, fascinated by the effortless way birds glide through the air and wondering whether people could achieve the same freedom through engineering. That ambition eventually transformed from simple observation into one of history’s greatest technological journeys, producing aircraft capable of crossing oceans, flying faster than sound, operating […]
Nine Standout Vehicles and Innovations Featured at the Detroit Auto Show
Detroit made a spectacular comeback with performance cars, state-of-the-art machinery, previews of concept cars, and racing activities. The event was perfect for celebrating the city’s automotive legacy, so manufacturers could unveil innovations while paying tribute to power and performance on four wheels. Moreover, there were spectacular shows, and beyond the exhibition, unique models, and displays […]
10 Affordable Cars That Deliver High-End Luxury Styling and Premium Ownership Experience
It doesn’t take a lot of money to own an elegant car that feels comfortable and sports a premium presence. There are several smart picks in the pre-owned segment that deliver a premium European look and feel, high quality cabin fit-out, comfortable driving experience and outstanding performance at a much lower price than a new […]