Explore how boxer engines really work, why they’re not just “flat” engines, and how Porsche and Subaru kept a 120-year-old design alive in some of today’s quickest cars.

When it comes to internal combustion engines (ICE), the vast majority of the cars sold are motivated by “inline” and “V-type” engines. These terms designate the configuration of the cylinders arranged ...

Subaru is generally known for a lot of things. Almost all of its cars come with all-wheel drive as standard, something virtually no other mainstream car company does. The brand is also known for its ...

Boxer and inline engine layouts are among the best power plants used in automobiles and motorcycles, each presenting pros and cons to consider. Boxer engines most often use four- or six-cylinder ...

Subaru is a brand that's known to do things a bit differently than other mainstream car manufacturers. All but one of its cars come with standard all-wheel-drive, it has a historic commitment to ...

The flat-six engine has been around for generations, though its unique shape and construction mean it has limited-use cases in today's cars. That didn't stop Porsche from perfecting the flat-six ...

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