Horsepower and torque are all about cylinder pressure. Compression ratio, cam timing, cylinder head flow, and all the rest of the goodies that go into an engine aren't worth much if what enters the ...

Engine cylinders can misfire for many reasons. There are four causes in particular that you should be aware of; here's what you can do about them.

Compression: An automotive term used by everybody, forever. Let's get into some detail and maybe develop a better understanding. Pressure, and more pressure: It's a must-have to produce power within ...

Many people mistakenly believe a gas cylinder can be used indefinitely, but in reality, cylinders do expire. Over time, the steel can weaken, corrode, or suffer damage from pressure, heat, or ...

Horsepower: 2,500. Cubic inches: 430. Boost pressure: 45 psi. Cylinder pressure: Absolutely ridiculous. Running 6.80s at nearly 210 mph, today’s 275 drag radial door-slammers incinerate the ...