V-4 engines remain uncommon in cars despite their potential advantages. While automotive enthusiasts regularly discuss V-6, V-8, and larger configurations, V-4 engines are typically found in ...

Porsche was issued a patent for its six-stroke combustion engine on October 22, 2024. The company describes the new engine as having a "working cycle" of three complete crankshaft revolutions with two ...

As with all things in life, too much of a good thing is, well, too much. In motorsport, dominance and predictability kills interest – but sometimes one needs to stress-test a theory just to be doubly ...

Porsche filed a patent for a new W-18 engine design that actually makes use of three cylinder banks, unlike some other W-branded engines, Carbuzz found. Not only does the patent account for up to 18 ...

Since its inception, the 911, Porsche's most iconic road car, has been powered by rear-mounted engines. However, throughout its history, Porsche has developed several epic mid-engine street cars.