Articles by Engineering Explained
Japanese
23/07/15
Everyone knows the Nissan GT-R is completely ridiculous, but here are three things you probably don’t know about the 591bhp, Nurburgring-developed Nismo (NISsan MOtorsports) version
Tuning
14/07/15
Understanding suspension can be hard, but don't let that dampen your spirits. Allow me to softly guide you through how they work and how to improve them!
Trucks
09/07/15
The idea of a full-size pickup deriving its torque from 2.7 or 3.0 litres might seem like an affront to the 'Murican dream, but these 'eco trucks' are here to stay. So out of the 2.7-litre Ford F-150 and the 3.0-litre Ram 1500, which is best?
Opinion
09/07/15
Here’s everything you need to know about manual transmissions, how they work, and their many advantages
Opinion
04/06/15
We all do it. Stomp on the accelerator pedal and let out an involuntary grin; it’s as if you’ve done something naughty and gotten away with it, and you’re immersed in a sensation of joy. But what is it that makes cars so exciting to drive?
Opinion
04/06/15
If you thought that a bigger exhaust system meant bigger power, you'd be mistaken. Here's everything you need to know about exhaust systems and how to increase performance
Japanese
27/05/15
The manual FRS weighs 6 lbs less than the base manual BRZ. The auto FRS weighs 18 lbs less than the base auto BRZ. The FRS has a drag coefficient of 0.27, vs 0.28 (with spoiler) or 0.29 (without spoiler) on the BRZ. I believe this is due to panels under the car. (Series.Blue BRZ is 0.27). The FRS has softer springs up front and stiffer springs in the rear vs the BRZ. Theoretically this makes it slightly less prone to understeer. The Series.Blue BRZ wheels weighed about 3 lbs less (per wheel) vs the FRS. (Both are 17” alloys).
Opinion
18/05/15
The most common engine types - the four-cylinder, the boxer-four, straight-six, V6 and V8 - have their own pros and cons. Here's everything you need to know in one handy guide...
Japanese
18/05/15
Have you ever wondered what the advantages of a turbocharger are over a supercharger? Or vice versa? Well, wonder no more, because here is the best explanation you're likely to ever read...
Euro
18/05/15
It’s not uncommon in the engineering world to do something simply because everyone else is doing it. These next few engine layouts offer unique advantages all while taking the road less travelled. Here's everything you need to know:
Opinion
18/05/15
Cold air intakes and short ram intakes are some of the most common modifications when looking to increase horsepower, but do either of them actually do anything?