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In recent years, hybrid SUVs have begun to take up more and more of the market share. While just a decade ago your options were pretty limited, now you have dozens of different choices from many manufacturers. Hybrids use both a traditional internal combustion engine supplemented by electric motor-generators, and are both fuel efficient and…
Internally combustion engines have existed in all kinds of arrangements, spanning all the way back to the start of the 19th century. From Carl Benz’s 0.75 horsepower, one-cylinder engine that powered the world’s first automobile to the 860 horsepower Ferrari V12s in the back of the Formula 1 cars of the 1980s, internal combustion engines…
Formula 1 in the 2000s was truly an assault on the senses. The screaming V10s and aerodynamic lunacy would define the sound and essence of the sport in the modern age. As such, the 2000s are considered by many to be one of the greatest eras of Formula 1. It would be an understatement to…
Well, it would be an understatement to say that this guide is a bit out of the ordinary for us. Our general stance has been “the more cylinders the better,” with an exception made for small-displacement turbocharged engines. High-power, peak-efficiency dinosaur burners hold a special place in our hearts and will always continue to. With…
The BMW 335i was available from 2007 to 2015. Two primary engines powered the 335i – the N54 and N55. Both engines are 3.0L inline-6 turbocharged engines. However, the older N54 engine utilizes twin turbos while the N55 is a twin-scroll single turbo. Despite the differences in turbos most BMW 335i models pump out the…
The BMW B58 engine is a turbo 3.0L inline-6 that was first introduced to BMW models in 2016. It manages a respectable 322-382hp and 332-369 lb-ft from the factory. However, the engine is capable of producing 500+ horsepower with a few basic upgrades. BMW’s B58 engine also provides a great balance of fuel economy and…
It’s always exciting and refreshing to buy a brand new car. You know what you’re getting. There are new technologies and features. A factory warranty and potential extended warranty options provide peace of mind. However, there’s a major drawback if you’re on a budget. You can’t buy a whole lot of performance with a brand…
