The V6 was first introduced in the US with the 1962 Buick Special, in the form of a 198 cubic inch Fireball 90-degree V6 design. It was known for its smooth power delivery and compact dimensio ns, ...

There is a trend happening in the automotive industry lately — engines are losing cylinders. Partly due to downsizing and electrification, we are witnessing the demise of powertrains with more than ...

What's the difference between V6 and V8 engines, and is a V8 better than a V6? As the names suggest, both engines are V-style engines, with two banks of cylinders arranged in a V shape, and which is ...

The internal combustion engine can be produced in a number of configurations, and while the inline-six is great for ...

From intern to editor, Damian Adams' story reads like a well-written novel where he steadily worked to become the youngest-ever editor of South Africa's leading motoring publication, CAR Magazine. He ...

Some say that a V6 is at least two-cylinders away from being a great engine, but these high-performance units prove that choosing this configuration can result in engineering masterpieces. The story ...

The V6 engine still doesn't get the credit it deserves, but these five powerplants prove that the configuration can lead to epic results. When the first mass-produced automotive V6 came into being in ...

The 2026 Cadillac XT5 serves as the final iteration of the current-generation XT5 before an all-new generation launches for 2027. While the styling and mechanical specs are unchanged compared to the ...

Nathaniel is an experienced automotive writer with more than 10 years of automotive writing under his belt. From model reviews to industry politics to new innovations and development, he covers a wide ...

Each has its own pros and cons, and knowing them can help simplify your purchasing choices. What’s the difference between V6 and V8 engines, and is a V8 better than a V6? As the names suggest, both ...