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01:45 Official Watch a see-through Nissan Z engine show off its internal workings

Watch a see-through Nissan Z engine show off its internal workings

Nissan chrome-plated components like the pistons, connecting rods, and crankshaft for this demonstration
By Brian Potter 26 May 2023
Ferrari not going all-iin on EVs, will make ICE cars beyond 2035

Ferrari not going all-iin on EVs, will make ICE cars beyond 2035

Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna says it would be "arrogant" to dictate to customers what they can buy.
By Brian Potter 19 May 2023
07:41 Classics Tour rare BMW 7 Series models, including one with a V16 engine

Tour rare BMW 7 Series models, including one with a V16 engine

Another 7 Series in this collection has a modified M5 engine.
By Chris Bruce 14 May 2023
Official Maserati to retire V8 engine with Ghibli 334 Ultima and Levante V8 Ultima

Maserati to retire V8 engine with Ghibli 334 Ultima and Levante V8 Ultima

The two cars will premiere in July at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
By Brian Potter 11 May 2023
Supercars Ferrari investing in combustion engines which could live on past 2035

Ferrari investing in combustion engines which could live on past 2035

Ferrari plans to launch its first EV in 2025, but CEO Benedetto Vigna says that "ICE still has a lot to do."
By Brian Potter 11 May 2023
Technology McLaren confirms new hybrid V8 for future high-performance supercars

McLaren confirms new hybrid V8 for future high-performance supercars

The company Ricardo will handle manufacturing the engine for McLaren.
By Brian Potter 10 May 2023
Classics Aston Martin building new engines, transmissions for DB5, other classics

Aston Martin building new engines, transmissions for DB5, other classics

It's the first time new versions of this gearbox are available since the 1970s.
By Chris Bruce 29 April 2023
Rumours Mercedes says EVs

Mercedes says EVs "technically superior" to e-fuel combustion cars

In the next three years, the company will reduce ICE investments by around 80 percent.
By Brian Potter 27 April 2023
Official VW Group not abandoning ICE, puts Skoda in charge of small engine development

VW Group not abandoning ICE, puts Skoda in charge of small engine development

The Czech brand promises more power and better efficiency.
By Brian Potter 18 April 2023
16:02 Manufacturing / Production See the myths and methodology around modern engine break-in methods

See the myths and methodology around modern engine break-in methods

Most cars don't require a break-in period, but it doesn't hurt if you follow some general guidelines.
By Brian Potter 17 April 2023
Green Toyota, Exxon working on low-carbon fuel for existing engines

Toyota, Exxon working on low-carbon fuel for existing engines

These fuel blends could cut greenhouse gas emissions by as much as 75% compared with regular petrol.
By Mark Webb 16 April 2023
Technology VW boss says talks about E-Fuel are

VW boss says talks about E-Fuel are "unnecessary noise" as ICE is "old technology"

Porsche, which is part of the same VW Group, sees things differently.
By Brian Potter 13 April 2023
Official VW says the next Passat, Tiguan, T-Roc are the last ICE cars, no petrol Golf 9 planned

VW says the next Passat, Tiguan, T-Roc are the last ICE cars, no petrol Golf 9 planned

VW CEO Thomas Schäfer says the future doesn't look bright for the Polo either.
By Brian Potter 03 April 2023
Interview Hyundai isn't closing doors to using synthetic fuels for ICE

Hyundai isn't closing doors to using synthetic fuels for ICE

The Korean company is bullish on electrification and hydrogen power for now.
By Brian Potter 03 April 2023
Government EU alters 2035 combustion engine ban, gives ok for synthetic fuels

EU alters 2035 combustion engine ban, gives ok for synthetic fuels

Germany forced there to be a compromise from the original complete ICE ban.
By Brian Potter 28 March 2023
Industry Renault boss thinks all European brands have ended development of new combustion engines

Renault boss thinks all European brands have ended development of new combustion engines

Luca de Meo says all the money is going into EVs and hydrogen.
By Brian Potter 24 March 2023
Government EU could allow sales of new E-fuel ICE cars after 2035 - report

EU could allow sales of new E-fuel ICE cars after 2035 - report

The European Commission has already drafted a proposal.
By Brian Potter 23 March 2023
For Sale UK: Fresh-from-box Ferrari FXX engine can be yours until end of month

UK: Fresh-from-box Ferrari FXX engine can be yours until end of month

It's a new old stock engine, complete with inlets, airbox, ancillaries, and loom.
By Brian Potter 23 March 2023
Industry EVs and ICE vehicles on E-fuels need to coexist, but not compete says VW Group CEO

EVs and ICE vehicles on E-fuels need to coexist, but not compete says VW Group CEO

Oliver Blume believes that EVs “are the future,” but e-fuels are also needed for climate change.
By Brian Potter 22 March 2023
Manufacturing / Production BMW predicts electric M cars will outsell ICE and PHEV by 2028

BMW predicts electric M cars will outsell ICE and PHEV by 2028

This aligns with BMW Group's outlook as a whole, selling 10 million EVs by 2030.
By Brian Potter 21 March 2023
Feature Do internal combustion bans work? Yes – but not without a fight

Do internal combustion bans work? Yes – but not without a fight

ICE bans are moving automakers to electrify fast. But recent political battles over jobs and e-fuels show engines won’t go down easily.
By Brian Potter 17 March 2023
Rumours BMW isn't giving up on combustion engines just yet - report

BMW isn't giving up on combustion engines just yet - report

A new family of petrol and diesel engines is reportedly under development.
By Brian Potter 14 March 2023
18:47 Technology Video explains how small Formula 1 engines can make 1,000 bhp

Video explains how small Formula 1 engines can make 1,000 bhp

The wizardry includes a combination of turbocharging, electric motors, and high thermal efficiency.
By Brian Potter 06 March 2023
Green Toyota boss thinks going green involves converting existing ICE cars

Toyota boss thinks going green involves converting existing ICE cars

Akio Toyoda talks about a holistic approach to curbing the world's carbon emissions.
By Brian Potter 16 January 2023
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