The configuration of an engine isn't just about power. Designers have to take size, shape, and available space into ...

Classic Volkswagens have a cult following, and that's certainly no secret. The Type 1 and Type 2, better known as the VW Beetle and Bus, stand out as some of the most recognizable cars in history ...

First patented in 1896 by the father of the modern internal combustion engine, Karl Benz, the concept of a “flat” engine has been around since the concept of a powered four-wheeled automobile. Over ...

MANILA, Philippines - Once again, a flat-six engine from Porsche has been named “Engine of the Year.†This year, the international jury gave the renowned award to the 2.7-liter engine that is used ...

You're a gearhead. You know to chuckle knowingly and condescendingly when some dumbass refers to the "V4" in their Honda Civic. You know your stuff. You know what a flat engine is, too. It's an ...