The original concept of combustion engines as we understand them dates as far back as the late 1800s. And while they are more or less a solved science today, they definitely didn't start that way.

In case you missed it, the automotive industry has been on a steady trajectory of internal combustion engine (ICE) downsizing for years. Battery-powered electric vehicles may capture most of the ...

As news emerged of which Formula 1 power unit manufacturers are eligible for extra development, here's how the much discussed ...

Combustion efficiency in internal combustion engines refers to the proportion of chemical energy in the fuel that is converted into useful mechanical work. Attaining high combustion efficiency is ...

Turbocharger use is more prolific than ever, and understanding how one works explains why it’s such a popular choice. To understand the benefit of a turbo, we need a refresher on the basics of the ...

For more than a century, one basic layout has quietly powered everything from family sedans to fighter trainers and lawn ...

A new study published in Engineering has explored a pilot-ignition reactivity-stratification (PIRS) combustion strategy for ammonia-fueled compression ignition engines, realizing a high ammonia energy ...

How boxer engines work, why they’re not just “flat” engines, and a 120-year evolution traced from the 1899 Benz to the latest Porsche and Subaru boxers. Boxer engines feature flat, opposing pistons ...