Types of Engines
The types of engines you'll learn about in this section include diesel, rotary, HEMI, stirling and quasiturbine, to name a few. You'll also see photos and animated images of the technologies we explore. See more »
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The Car Engine Information Channel explores engine performance, maintenance and new fuel technologies. Learn how car engines work.
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Engine Performance
In the Engine Performance section, learn about horsepower, carburetors, the difference between turbochargers and superchargers and even how nitrous oxide boosts engine performance. See more »
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Car Smarts: Engine Performance
Can you tell the difference between a camshaft and a stick shift? You will once you take the engine performance quiz. See if you know what makes your car get up and go.
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How Diesel Engines Work
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How the Tesla Turbine Works
High gas prices are driving people to look at alternatives to fossil fuels, such as a turbine designed by the father of alternating current, Nikola Tesla.
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