For all intents and purposes, an automobile engine is basically a large mechanism that moves air. The engine needs to be able to breathe in order to provide optimal performance. This is why, when ...

Even though most exhaust manifolds are made of cast iron or stainless steel, they are not indestructible. Over time, they can crack due to constant, extreme temperature fluctuations, leading to ...

The exhaust system heats the tailpipe because the exhaust gases go straight from the engine into the exhaust manifold, and the temperature of the whole system becomes pretty high. However, only some ...

Four exhaust pipes sticking out the rear of a car might seem purely cosmetic, and in many cases, they are. But in others, especially in high-performance vehicles with over 1000 horsepower, quad ...

Diesel has had a rough go of it during the last few years, but an increasingly commonplace technology is working to change the fuel's image and make diesel vehicles viable for the future. Kyle Hyatt ...

An integrated Exhaust Manifold, or "headifold," is an exhaust manifold cast into an engine's cylinder head and cooled by antifreeze. This type of design, where the exhaust manifold is no longer a ...

Connecticut lawmakers are seeking to crack down on drivers with modified mufflers, aiming to push for tougher penalties in ...

If you haven't already heard, the McLaren 600LT uses a top-mounted exhaust. In addition to looking cool and sounding great, there are some actual performance benefits to having the exhaust exit at the ...

With a Master's degree in English Literature and six years of writing experience, Aayush has been contributing to TopSpeed for over two years. Since 95% of his personality is motorcycles, he goes ...

Being knowledgeable and aware of the inner workings of your vehicle can be pretty helpful at times: for instance, if your vehicle brakes start squeaking or your engine will overheat too often. Doing ...

CARS.COM — A few decades ago, most car owners could count on having to replace at least part of their exhaust system every five years or sooner. Muffler shops seemed to be doing brisk business on ...