Engine stop-start systems have gained in popularity over the past several years as automakers attempt to cut emissions and lower fuel consumption during normal, everyday vehicle use. The idea is quite ...

On Wednesday, we took a look at some of the consumer sentiment regarding General Motors' automatic engine stop-start system, which seeks to conserve fuel during daily vehicle operation by temporarily ...

Whether you are starting a sleek and stealthy F-22 Raptor or a 787 Dreamliner, the first main step to getting in the air is the same: You've got to get your engines going. But this isn't a car. It's ...

It may seem obvious, but fill the engine's crankcase with the right amount of oil, usually four to five quarts, and make sure the filter is full of oil. If you've purchased an assembled motor, check ...

But does this tech actually do anything? Obviously, an idling engine uses fuel, while an engine that’s off does not. But restarting that engine does use fuel. So which one has more of an impact? Well ...

Besides preventing the build-up of nasty engine sludge and premature wear, protection against cold starts is one of the main reasons why you should never skip an oil change in your gasoline or diesel ...

Cold weather significantly challenges aircraft engine starts, leading to potential damage from congealed oil, reduced battery performance, and stress from dissimilar metal contraction. Mitigate these ...

Modern cars become more and more loaded with novel technology, and a prime example of that is BMW, who is offering a special ‘Remote Engine Start’ feature for select models with its iDrive Operating ...

It's a common misconception that modern fuel-injected engines are more immune to flooding than older carbureted motors. Given the right (or wrong) conditions, any internal combustion engine –- whether ...

When a American-made reusable aircraft broke the hypersonic barrier for the first time in nearly 60-years this past December, it was not one of the aerospace industry’s prime engine makers, but a ...