Calculating compression ratio is pretty straightforward, but involves a little math. So, grab your calculator and let’s crunch some numbers.

Knowing how compression ratios are calculated and work can lead to more horsepower on the track and more appearances in victory lane. Find all the details inside Circle Track Magazine.

In total, upping the compression ratio increased the cylinder pressure and Gelles' Mustang picked up great power and torque as a result, not to mention much-improved tip-in throttle response ...

We explore why a higher compression ratio means more power for your hot rod, and explain what to do to maximize that bump in power.

Increasing an engine’s compression ratio is a proven way of unlocking extra horsepower, but there’s a point of diminishing returns. The team at Garage 54, the Russian mechanics who built a V16 ...

Forget variable length intakes and variable valve timing, Infiniti is going all the way and introducing variable cylinder compression ratios. The new VC-T turbo engine automatically adjusts ...