Engineering Explained

The 2015 Corvette Z06 features the LT4 GM engine, and the 2015 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 features the LS7 GM engine.

What is it like riding in a Ferrari F12 Berlinetta? Now, match that with a Ferrari F1 test driver, Marc Gené!

A look inside Ferrari's trackside lab, where fuels and oils are analyzed before, during, and after each race for various reasons.

Review of the 2014 Ford Escape SE 1.6L EcoBoost.

Engineering Explained channel update. Brief update on everything I'm working on with my channel. I'll discuss my new Patreon page, car reviews, the ever-popular Project Integra, and media trips.

Are higher octane fuels better? Do higher octane fuels make more power?

The 2014 Lexus GS350. This model includes AWD as well as the F Sport and Cold Weather Packages. The car features a 3.5L V6 with 306 HP/277 lb-ft torque.

What is the knocking sound coming from my engine? What is engine knock? Why is my engine making a knocking noise?

Do catback exhausts increase horsepower? Acceleration testing of the Acura Integra after installing a catback exhaust. How much performance do you gain by installing a catback?

Behind the scenes in the Nissan pit lane garage during a race at Silverstone! I meet with the race engineers and technicians on track day to find out what goes on during a race with team RJN!

Why does a Ferrari V8 sound different than a Corvette V8? The magic comes down to the crankshaft type, and the firing order.

Catback Exhaust Installation. How to install a catback exhaust on an Acura Integra.

Engine building competition - EricTheCar Guy, Scotty Kilmer, and Engineering Explained (among many other greats) have a showdown to see who can build a (plastic) engine the fastest!

Shell Technology Center Houston is one of the largest technology centers in the world.

Acceleration testing of the Acura Integra after removing weight. How much performance do you gain from removing weight from a car?

Weight removal from a car. Weight reduction of a 1999 Acura Integra GS. I've classified it as stage 1 as these are fairly simple items to remove and also reinstall.

Flatplane vs Crossplane V8 engines. Foreign vs. domestic. What is a flatplane crankshaft? What is a crossplane crankshaft?

What is a V8 engine? How a V8 engine works. What are the benefits of this engine layout? V8 engines are fairly compact, rigid, and ever popular in American muscle.

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The Acura Integra is a highly customizable, highly modifiable Japanese import within the US market. This will become the official project car of Engineering Explained!

What is a V6 engine? Why do cars use V6 engines? What are the benefits of this engine layout? V6 engines are compact and rigid. This allows for versatile placement, and a strong engine.

Aerodynamics play a critical role in racing. On this Nissan GT-R, we'll check out all of the aero bits that help this car go around the track as fast as possible.

A detailed look at the Nissan GT-R Nismo GT3 car. The GT3 is powered by the legendary VR38DETT 3.8 liter twin-turbo V6, producing a maximum power of 550 bhp @ 6,400 RPM and 650+ nm @ 4,000 RPM.

"Raiders of the Lost Spark" as they call it. Take a look behind the scenes with a team that does things a bit differently at the Shell Eco-marathon.

How did Université Laval win the 2014 Shell Eco-marathon Americas? Attention to detail in all the parts of a vehicle that consume energy.

An inside look on the Shell Eco-marathon, with the students from Louisiana Tech! These students aim to build the most fuel efficient vehicle.

What is a flat four? What is a boxer engine? This video will explain the benefits of a flat engine, specifically a flat four engine with horizontally opposed pistons.

All cars at the Shell Eco-marathon have to pass a more than 100 point vehicle inspection, ensuring that the car is both safe, and legal to drive on the course.

The Shell Eco-marathon is a global, annual event. Students compete to design, build, and run their cars to be as fuel efficient as possible.

What is a straight six engine? What are the advantages of an inline six cylinder?