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How Much HP Does a Turbo Add?
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Turbochargers significantly increase engine performance without adding much weight. But how do they work?
Understanding the Differences Between Big Rig and F1 Car Horsepower Ratings
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So why does a diesel engine with huge torque and low maximum RPM get a low horsepower rating compared to a low torque, high revving race car engine? Find out why in this article.
How Car Cooling Systems Work
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A car engine produces so much heat that there is an entire system in your car designed to cool the engine down to its ideal temperature and keep it there. Learn all about fluid-based cooling systems.
Could a car run on compressed air?
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A compressed air engine could be used to power a car, if you had a tank large enough to store it. Find out how a compressed air engine could power a car.
How Do Exhaust Headers on a Car Work?
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Headers can be used to improve the performance of your car's engine. Learn about headers and find out how exhaust headers can improve engine performance.
How do tuned intake runners work on your car?
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I've heard about tuned intake runners for car engines that provide a kind of turbo-charging effect. How do they work?
How much horsepower is enough?
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How much horsepower is enough? Keep reading to learn about horsepower and car engines.
What is a tank engine, as in Thomas the Tank Engine?
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Thomas the Tank Engine is a merchandising phenomenon that includes small wooden train sets, video tapes, books, clothing, an official Web site and tons of fan sites. But wait, what exactly is a "tank engine" anyway?
What if I never changed the oil in my car?
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If you never changed the oil in the engine of your car, what would happen? Find out what would happen if you never changed the oil in your car.
How Two-stroke Engines Work
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A car engine uses a four-stroke cycle -- how can two strokes accomplish the same tasks? Learn all about the two-stroke engine, where it's used and how it compares to a four-stroke.