Engineering Explained

Anti-dive suspensions are used to reduce body dive by altering the front suspension so that the forces resulting from braking pass through the control arms and suspension linkage rather than throug...

The 2016 Nissan Maxima is completely redesigned with a 300 horsepower 3.5L V6, lighter and more rigid chassis, improved handling dynamics, and a unique floating roofline appearance. The Maxima SR i...

Is it better for a suspension to have soft coil springs or stiff springs? The purpose of a suspension is to keep your tires on the ground. A softer suspension will offer more mechanical grip as it ...

The Elio is a 3-wheeled autocycle with a 0.9L 3 cylinder engine producing 55 horsepower and 55 lb-ft of torque. The car weighs just over 1,200 lbs, and has an estimated highway fuel economy of 84 m...

The body roll of a car is influenced by the distance between the roll center and the center of gravity of the vehicle, The larger this distance, the larger the roll moment, and thus the more body r...

The 2015 VW Golf GTI MK7 features a 2.0L TSI turbocharged inline four cylinder producing 210 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. This German hot hatch features a sport suspension, driving mode sele...

The 2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG is in many ways a nicer version of the 2014 Subaru WRX STI hatchback. The dimensions are nearly identical, it has more power and more torque, and even manages to get sig...

What is the center of pressure? Why is the center of pressure important? How do you alter where the center of pressure is located? In order to have a somewhat neutrally handling vehicle, it is idea...

The 2015 Mercedes GLA45 AMG features a 2.0L hand-built turbocharged I4 engine with direct injection. It produces 355 horsepower and 332 lb-ft of torque, sending power through a 7 speed dual clutch ...

When replacing worn shocks absorbers, you can either replace the entire strut assembly or simply replace solely the shock. Monroe Shocks and Struts has supplied quick struts and naked struts for co...

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How do car diffusers work? Why is a diffuser efficient? Diffusers play a big role in creating efficient downforce with low drag. Diffusers allow low pressure fast moving air under the car to expan...

What are the differences between the Scion FRS and the Subaru BRZ? Which one is better? In this video we’ll be comparing the Subaru BRZ and the Scion FRS, and looking at purely mechanical differenc...

The 2015 Scion FRS (similar to the Subaru BRZ) is a two door RWD coupe with a 2.0L boxer 4 cylinder producing 200 HP. It features a Torsen limited slip differential, a sport tuned suspension, and 2...

Shell has released its latest fuel, V-Power Nitro+, which is designed to minimize negative effects from gunk (carbon deposits), corrosion, and wear. They’ve tested their own fuel versus competitive...

The 2015 Nissan Murano SV AWD features a 3.5L V6 engine producing 260 horsepower matched to a CVT transmission, sending power to all four wheels. It features remote engine start as well as the prem...

How do dual mass flywheels work? What is a dual mass flywheel? DMFs have two masses (really!). The first mass is matched with the engine crank, and it transfers engine torque through springs to ano...

The 2015 Toyota 4Runner 4X4 TRD Pro. This was one of two vehicles entered into the “Extreme Capabilty” category competing in the Northwest Automotive Press Association’s Outdoor Activity Vehicle of...

The 2015 Ram 2500 Power Wagon Crew Cab 4x4. This was one of two vehicles entered into the “Extreme Capabilty” category competing in the Northwest Automotive Press Association’s Outdoor Activity Veh...

The 2015 Ram 1500 Outdoorsman Crew Cab 4x4 EcoDiesel. This is a pickup from Ram, featuring a 3.0L diesel V6 engine producing 240 horsepower and 420 lb-ft of torque, which I’ll be comparing to the F...

Off-road testing the 2015 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercab. This is a pickup from Ford, featuring a 2.7L Turbo V6 engine producing 325 horsepower and 375 lb-ft of torque, which I’ll be comparing to the GMC ...

Off-road and track testing the 2015 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro. This is a pickup from Toyota, featuring a 5.7L V8 engine producing 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque, which I’ll be comparing to the ...

Off-road and track testing the 2015 GMC Canyon 4WD SLE Crew Short Box. This is a pickup from GMC, featuring a 3.6L V6 engine producing 305 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, which I’ll be comparin...

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML400 4Matic. This is a premium SUV from Mercedes, featuring a 3.0L V6 producing 329 HP, which I’ll be comparing to the Acura MDX, BMW X5 M and X6 M, Cadillac Escalade, and V...

Track testing the 2015 BMW X5M. This is a premium SUV from BMW, featuring a 4.4L V8 producing 567 HP, which I’ll be comparing to the Acura MDX, BMW X6 M, Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes ML400, and Volk...

The 2016 Acura MDX SH-AWD with Advance and Entertainment Packages. This is a premium SUV from Acura, featuring a 3.5L V6 producing 290 HP, which I’ll be comparing to the BMW X5 M and X6 M, Cadillac...

The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg TDI Sport. This is a premium SUV from Volkswagen, featuring a 3.0L V6 producing 240 HP and 406 lb-ft of torque, which I’ll be comparing to the Acura MDX, BMW X5 M and X6...

The 2015 Cadillac Escalade 4WD Platinum. This is a premium SUV from Cadillac, featuring a 6.2L V8 producing 420 HP, which I’ll be comparing to the Acura MDX, BMW X5 M and X6 M, Mercedes ML400, and ...

The 2015 BMW X6 M. This is a premium SUV from BMW, featuring a 4.4L V8 producing 567 HP, which I’ll be comparing to the Acura MDX, BMW X5 M, Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes ML400, and Volkswagen Touare...

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 4Matic. This is a premium CUV from Mercedes, featuring a 2.0L Turbo I4 producing 208 HP, which I’ll be comparing to the Buick Encore, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Lexus...