Ford already dethroned the larger Duratec 3.7 engine with a smaller and sturdy engine under the name of the 3.5 Ti-VTX V6 in 2015. However, due to the impact of these engines, Ford continued to use them for some vehicles. It is more widely known for being the mainstay engine – before the 3.5, to … Read more
The Mazda SKyActiv is the brand name Mazda gave for their series of technologies developed under the same name. It employs vast improvements in fuel efficiency and engine output. Apart from that, new engines, transmissions, chassis, and bodies appeared in the 2011 model years. One of the engines that possess the SkyActiv technology is the … Read more
In the later years of 1990, the automotive industry started to appreciate the value of smaller, fuel-efficient engines; hence, the rise and upward trend of the downsizing engine in the market. Not only in the market, but they changed the way enthusiasts and makers think. At the beginning of a new era, downsized engines included … Read more
GM’s new 2.0 LTG Ecotec engine is a notable upgrade to the highly criticized LTG unit it replaces. Making it a better option for better fuel efficiency and scores of more horsepower than its predecessor. This model will be found in all-new models like Chevy Malibu alongside aging nameplates such as Cadillac ATS or SSR, … Read more
The 1ZZ-FE was a 1.8L inline four-cylinder gasoline engine out of Toyota’s ZZ family that replaced the old 7A – FE engines in 1998 and is still being used today with some models such as Corolla or Celica GT. It has always been popular for front-wheel-drive cars and offers rear-wheel drive options like MR2 Spyder … Read more
Toyota’s ZZ engine is not just a pretty face. It has been in production since 1997 and was introduced with the aim of replacing outdated Toyota A engines that were still being used on some models at this time – though there are many newer cars today. However, the appeal and confidence of this engine … Read more
In 1994, Toyota began producing the 3RZ-FE motor as a replacement for the 22R-E. Because it was designed for off-road and commercial vehicles, it had a considerable capacity for an inline-four engine. Competing against a diverse lineup, this engine still survived amidst all that. How does this engine differ from them? What are Toyota 3RZ … Read more
The newest addition to the EcoBoost family debuted in 2016. This turbocharged V6 engine ramped up the sporty and athletic vibe of the 3.0 EcoBoost engine, boosting powerful powertrains’ confidence such as the King Ranch, ST, and Platinum. Besides, this engine achieves fuel economy that fits both on highways and in the city – 25-30 … Read more
In 2011, a newcomer came to town to take the place of a 3.7L Powertech engine. That newcomer impressed the former engine and eventually took a step back to allow enthusiasts to experience what that engine can offer. The lack of engine power and fuel economy pushed Chrysler to set aside the older 3.7L Powertech. … Read more
The 4.7L V8 engine is a product of the AMC belonging to the Powertech family of the machine. It is an eight-cylinder engine that powered various Jeep, Dodge, and Chrysler vehicles. It is the first engine developed to wear the vacant shoes of the 4.0 inline-six engine- which is made by AMC and 316 V8s … Read more