Random Article
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 »
what's inside: engines
The Car Engine Information Channel explores engine performance, maintenance and new fuel technologies. Learn how car engines work.
Explore These Topics:
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 »
Explore These Topics:
featured articles
What if I put a one horsepower engine into my car?
Most cars have a 120-horsepower engine, and SUVs have a 200-horsepower engine. But mopeds have a 1-horsepower engine, and they get great gas mileage, too. So why can't I put the small engine in the big car?
videos: engines
![[image]](http://mowser.com/img?url=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.howstuffworks.com%2Fgif%2Fvideos%2F120x90%2F5150.jpg)
![[image]](http://mowser.com/img?url=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.howstuffworks.com%2Fgif%2Fvideos%2F120x90%2F5107.jpg)
![[image]](http://mowser.com/img?url=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.howstuffworks.com%2Fgif%2Fvideos%2F120x90%2F4756.jpg)
![[image]](http://mowser.com/img?url=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic.howstuffworks.com%2Fgif%2Fvideos%2F120x90%2F4729.jpg)
you might also like...
How Camshafts Work
The camshaft has a huge effect on engine performance. It helps let the air/fuel mixture into the engine and get the exhaust out. Learn all about the camshaft and how a new one can radically change an engine's behavior.
How Diesel Two-Stroke Engines Work
Take diesel-engine technology, throw in a two-stroke cycle, and you've got the basis for the huge engines found in trains and big ships. Learn about the diesel two-stroke engine!
