Ford’s compact pickup truck, the Maverick, comes in five trims for 2026 and offers two choices of engines, as well as a starting price under $30,000. The recently announced Motor Trend Truck of the ...

This study investigated the effects of varying diesel pilot injection timings (19°–25° BTDC) on the thermal efficiency, combustion, and emission characteristics ...

It's safe to call the Japanese sedan the most reliable vehicle segment. The world's best-selling car is the Toyota Corolla, a Japanese sedan. If you are curious about the most consistent luxury ...

Mazda unleashed its all-encompassing Skyactiv automotive technologies in 2010 to increase fuel economy with zero penalties to handling and performance. Although Skyactiv became increasingly known for ...

Timing belts play a vital role in the operation of many internal combustion engines, particularly those with overhead camshafts. Their job is to synchronize the crankshaft and camshaft rotation so ...

What if you wanted to get more power than possible from a four-cylinder engine, but with a motor that wasn't as heavy and thirsty for fuel as a six-cylinder mill? The obvious solution for ...

Daud Gonzalez is a lifelong car enthusiast and automotive writer with a specialty in modified and race-ready rides. He spends most of his time modifying his cars and ruining them in the process. He is ...

Volkswagen. The name conjures images of the iconic Beetle, the beloved Bus, and a whole lineup of reliable, fun-to-drive cars. For decades, VW has built a reputation on solid, German engineering. And ...