The higher the fuel’s octane rating, the less likely it is to prematurely ignite and cause engine knocking. phive2015/Adobe Stock We see the numbers every day at the local gas station, with gas sold ...

Tugboat was my family's 1987 Dodge Caravan, which faithfully served us for years until its transmission finally exploded one lovely summer afternoon. Her 3-liter V6 was electronically fuel-injected, ...

For automobile owners looking for ways to get maximum performance out of their vehicle, there is no particular shortage of options that can ensure your engine is, as the saying goes, "firing on all ...

We've all seen octane ratings at the fuel pump, and based on the numbers, it's easy to think the higher number is better. From lowest to highest, the types of gasoline are regular, mid-grade, and ...

2025 is turning out to be a busy year for Cummins and its well regarded diesel engines. Following the launch of the updated Cummins 6.7L turbo diesel engine for the Ram 2500 and 3500 series, Cummins ...

Octane ratings refer to the stability of fuel, and dictate at which pressures the fuel will spontaneously combust. Engine knocking can happen when the octane rating is too low, resulting in pinging ...

Gas versus diesel is a debate over which billions have been spent to see which is better. Famously, Soviet tanks in World War II were powered by diesel, while the Germans used gas engines. Closer to ...

We put together a budget 5.7L LS engine (327 cubic inches) to show that you don't have to go broke to enjoy the benefits of an EFI-equipped LS engine in your classic Chevy. The engine ended up making ...