Almost Every Ford to Get EcoBoost Option by 2015
By 2015, Ford plans on having 95 percent of its North American lineup powered by its turbocharged EcoBoost lineup.
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BMW and Hyundai Could be Partners in New Engine Family Development
This story probably would have made you laugh a few years ago. It would have seemed unthinkable, impossibile even. All the same, BMW is working with Hyundai to produce engines.
Jaguar F-Type to Offer 5.0-liter V8
Departing from the decreasingly voluminous engine trend that is presently plaguing or progressing the auto industry, depending on your perspective, it seems Jaguar will offer a 5.0-liter V8 in its F-Type. GALLERY: Jaguar F-Type roadster
Jaguar Announces Two New Engines, 380 HP Confirmed for F-Type
Following the industry trend toward smaller, more efficient engines, Jaguar just announced its plan to offer two new engines, one of which will make its way into the new F-Type roadster. A 3.0-liter supercharged V6 will sit under the F-Type’s hood to produce 380 hp. Using the same aluminum architecture currently found in the brand’s...
Mercedes to Bring Back Straight-Six Engines as Part of Downsizing Plan
The straight-sixes are coming, brand spanking new straight-sixes are coming. But not from Munich, instead from Stuttgart! Traditionally, it has been BMW that has been most well known for producing straight-six engines. However, according to some recent reports, BMW might be abandoning their straight six motors in favor of turbo-charged, inline four-cylinder motors and V6s....
There Is Still A Future For The Mazda Rotary Engine
With the passing of the Mazda RX-8 this year, many believe this might be the end of the famous wankel-rotary engine, especially since there is no replacement model in sight. The rotary engine might be down for now, but don’t count it out just yet, as Mazda is now developing a new rotary engine, with...
Jaguar XF to Get New V6 Engine Option
Needless to say, given recent fuel price spikes, Jaguar needs an entry-level V-6 model for US buyers and this new motor will likely fit the bill very well.
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