We sadly report that British engine manufacturing has fallen significantly recently. April 2019 has seen a drop of -23.4% as UK car plant Brexit shutdowns affect demand. Production for home and international markets are down -41.1% and -12.8% respectively, as global demand is slowed by general economic conditions. It may not be well known, but […]
British Engine Manufacturing Tops 1 Million In 2018
Sometimes, it’s all too easy to fall into the perception that the headlines are always negative – especially when considering British industry. That however is clearly not the case when it comes to engines. UK engine manufacturing has surpassed the 1 million mark in April for first time on record! This is the highest April output […]
The 2016 BMW M760Li xDrive
Volkswagen Confirms Engines Affected
After thorough examination it is now confirmed that no software constituting an improper defeat device as defined in law is installed in vehicles with EA 288 EU5-engines. Before, Volkswagen Group has confirmed that new EU6-compliant vehicles offered within the European Union fulfil all legal requirements and environmental standards. Volkswagen customers can visit the corporate websites […]
Do You Use Premium Fuel?
Over the course of the coming weeks, I’m going to be running a little experiment to see if using performance or supreme fuel actually seems to have any difference. The science is there to a degree – a higher octane rating should mean better burn of the fuel in the combustion chamber. Will this hold […]
The Stunning 2014 Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Coupé
This is the absolutely gorgeous looking Mercedes-Benz S 63 AMG Coupé – and what a car it is! Sleek lines mated with some softer body curves both front and rear give this two door a breathtaking look. Equally impressive is the combination of high driving dynamics, ambitious lightweight construction and groundbreaking efficiency. As the most […]
Infinity Q50 Eau Rouge Has A Monster Engine
You may recall the previous coverage on Car Articles of the Infinity Q50 Eau Rouge concept car. No longer a concept, this performance car has a monster engine – a twin-turbo 3.8-litre V6 petrol engine with an output of 568hp and 600Nm of torque! No doubt performance will be impressive especially as it is mated […]
Ferrari Wins Engine Of The Year Award For 2013
For the third year in a row, the world renowned marque Ferrari has won the prestigious International Engine of the Year Awards, this time with the company’s naturally-aspirated 6262cc V12. This powerplant is responsible for the ferocious acceleration and top speed of the F12berlinetta. Jean Jacques His, head of Ferrari’s powertrain department, attended the award […]
Ferrari F12 Berlinetta Wins EVO Engine Of The Year 2012 Award
This 6.3 litre V12 powerhouse has taken the EVO Magazine Engine Of The Year 2012 Award – and is it surprising? 740 horsepowers mated with pulling power pretty much anywhere, any time makes this a tough one to argue with. Oh, and it is kinder on the environment too, with 30% less CO2 emitted than […]
The New 2014 Corvette Engine Is A Technical Marvel
This is the new LT1 V8 engine that will power the next generation Chevrolet Corvette. Not only are the normal stats good (upwards of 450hp and a 0-60 time of about 4 seconds), but the technology that has gone into this engine should mean it is more efficient and economical than ever before. The new […]