Columbus, OH

MotorBiscuit


After years, General Motors owns up to Duramax diesel engine failure with a settlement that's over $15 million. 
The post General Motors coughs up over 15 million for defective diesel engines appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

General Motors coughs up over 15 million for defective diesel engines

There is a perception that a V-patern engine is better in terms of performance and efficiency, but the reality is a straight-six has so many advantages over its V-6 cousin. An inline engine only needs one head, gets by with half the cam shafts, and is easier to cool. I-6 engines also produce more torque at lower speeds and are perfectly balanced, making them quieter with less vibrations. Most importantly, a straight-six is cheaper to manufacture.

10 Most Powerful Straight-Six Engines Ever On The U.S. Market

Arizona State


Ram HD trucks are in a pickle. A lawsuit claims that it cheated emissions testing with the Cummins diesel engine. 
The post Ram HD Trucks With Cummins Diesel Engines Are Being Sued appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

Ram HD Trucks With Cummins Diesel Engines Are Being Sued

Since the widespread adoption of automatic transmissions, manuals have mostly been associated with performance cars. Slapping through the gears while winding out the engine is a thrilling experience, and nothing launches a 426 Street Hemi off the line like a four-speed. Now that trucks have become daily drivers and even luxury vehicles, they mostly have automatics, but manual transmissions used to be the standard in pickups.

The Only American-Built Pickup Truck With A Manual Transmission

SlashGear

When thinking about diesel engines, it's easy to associate them with heavy-duty applications. Diesel engines are more durable than gasoline ones, often delivering higher torque while being made of stronger components. Despite this, you can find smaller diesel engines for a range of applications, including industrial pumps, marine vessels, tractors, and generators. But what type of diesel engine is the smallest, and what brands can you pick one up from?

What's The Smallest Diesel Engine You Can Buy & Which Brands Currently Make Them?

The scrappy Diesel Technology Forum quietly rebranded itself as the Engine Technology Forum (ETF) 10 months ago, acknowledging that despite fighting the good fight for the long-established truck fuel, its name wasn’t helping its cause. A necessary change. A Google search found exactly one story and the forum’s press...

A diesel reality check and a rebranding

Most people remember November 22, 1963, for the JFK assassination, but it may surprise you to learn that the car was used after the event by other presidents.

What Happened To The Custom Limousine JFK Was Assassinated In?

CarBuzz.com

V8s get a lot of attention when it comes to enthusiast cars, but the humble six-cylinder has become remarkably prevalent in an era where downsizing and turbocharging give you more power with a lower cylinder count. The six-cylinder strikes the balance between four and eight by providing a mix of an engine that can be smooth, reliable, and highly tuneable in the right scenarios. Six-cylinder engines in automotive use are typically found in four configurations:

The Most Powerful 6-Cylinder Production Engine Ever Made

Aircraft carriers are already one of the most impressive vehicles on the face of the planet, but right now, there is one that stands above the rest.

Which Is The Most Advanced Aircraft Carrier In The World?

The 1973 Pontiac Firebird is an iconic car still beloved by many enthusiasts. But what engine powered this legendary vehicle and how much is it worth today?

What Engine Powered The 1973 Pontiac Firebird & How Much Is One Worth Today?

Your car's title is the legal document you need to prove you own the car, but you may be surprised to find out that there is more than one kind of title.

8 Types Of Car Titles You Should Be Aware Of And What They Mean

Diesel engines are used for a wide variety of purposes where torque is important. But what makes diesel engines so torquey?

This Is Why Diesel Engines Put Out So Much More Torque

You probably know what most of the letters on your gear shift mean, but have you ever seen the letter B? Here's what that means and when you might use it.

What Does The 'B' Stand For In Your Car's Gear Shift And When Should You Use It?

If you're a homeowner, odds are you spend a lot of time tending to your yard. Trimming hedges, pulling weeds, and, of course, mowing the lawn, are likely all regular elements of your yard routine. Depending on the size of your lawn, lawn mowing in particular can prove time-consuming. Thankfully, riding and push mowers, like those from Ryobi — maker of several tools that make yard work a breeze — get the job done in a reasonable amount of time and leave your lawn looking great. At the same time, even the most powerful gas-powered mowers out there from the major brands can encounter some problems.

Why Your Ryobi Lawn Mower Isn't Cutting Grass (And How To Fix It)

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

NewsNinja

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Ohio State

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

The Lantern

On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Ford’s strategic pivot towards SUVs, trucks, and electric vehicles has significantly transformed its product lineup. Where once a vibrant array of passenger cars held court, now stands a world dominated by high-riding vehicles. A recent digital rendering of a potential 2026 Ford Thunderbird has ignited a nostalgic fervor, offering a tantalizing look into a potential resurgence of the iconic coupe.

2026 Ford Thunderbird Revival: A Digital Rendering Teases a Modern Twist on an Iconic Classic Coupe Amid Ford’s Shift to SUVs and EVs

Diesel engines have an interesting history and differ from gasoline engines in a variety of ways that the casual driver may not know.

11 Things You Might Not Know About Diesel Engines

The Maginot Line was an engineering marvel that France hoped would prevent any further incursions. Here's what it was and why it failed to function as intended.

What Was The Maginot Line And Why Did It Fail In WWII?

The manual transmission may be dying, but the 7-speed manual transmission is all but dead. This peculiar transmission type first popped up in 2012 with the introduction of the 991 generation of the Porsche 911. In that instance, Porsche and transmission supplier ZF engineered the manual and PDK to share many of the same components to help fuel economy and make parts more common along the range. Today, only one vehicle still uses a 7-speed manual in the US, and instead of speed and fuel efficiency, it's built for improved off-road prowess.

There's Only One 7-Speed Manual Car Left In America

NewsBreak

Which Cars Have A Turbocharged 6.5 Diesel Under The Hood?

Many car companies in the United States have been scaling back on their diesel engine offerings over the last few years. This includes the ceasing of...

Which Cars Have A Turbocharged 6.5 Diesel Under The Hood?

Comments / 0