What Really Happens To Old Electric Car Batteries? Engineering Explained 2018-09-12 | Are electric car batteries recycled? Can batteries be re-used? Are electric cars better for the environment? Sponsored by Formula ESubscribe for new videos every Wednesday! - goo.gl/VZstk7What happens to old electric car batteries when they wear out? Can electric car batteries be recycled, re-used, and is any of it cost effective. In this video we look at not only road cars but also race cars, and learn about what happens to electric car batteries after they can no longer provide a useful charge. We'll look at the Nissan Leaf, as well as what Formula E plans to do with the batteries from Seasons 1-4. Fantastic Jalopnik Formula E Battery Article:jalopnik.com/just-how-far-can-you-push-an-electric-car-battery-1827929360Related Videos: (Formula E Series)1. Electric Cars Are Single Speed - youtu.be/36H9BVeMYMI2. Manual Transmission Electric Cars - youtu.be/42MVi6Fel-E3. Tuning Electric Cars - youtu.be/OgyMnPZvGW04. 300 MPH Electric Production Car - youtu.be/n8brxrLSryc5. How EVs Beat ICE - youtu.be/vk__f28yeLs6. My New Car Is Electric - youtu.be/FN0g4fDq8MQ7. Are Electric Cars The Future? - youtu.be/wLrvGtw8jAQ8. Horsepower vs Torque - EV vs Gas - youtu.be/6YuTpPr3Uv0Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedOfficial Website: http://www.howdoesacarwork.comTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedCar Throttle: carthrottle.com/user/engineeringexplainedAmazon: amazon.com/shop/engineeringexplainedEE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iANEW VIDEO EVERY WEDNESDAY!
What Killed The Rotary Engine? Engineering Explained 2024-05-24 | What killed the rotary engine? Wankel engines have struggled to compete with piston cylinder engines, despite their many benefits and overall simplicity. Rotary engines have a long, growing combustion chamber as the rotor spins, making complete combustion difficult - not great for fuel economy. They’re also difficult to seal, and since you have multiple chambers at different stages of combustion, proper seals between chambers is critical. To help promote a good seal, oil is sprayed directly into the combustion chamber. All of this results in an inefficient engine with terrible emissions. You might think that because all of these negative factors exist, it's done for good, but Mazda actually brought back the rotary engine in the MX-30, acting as a single-rotor range extender!What Killed The Rotary Engine (Full Version) - youtu.be/v3uGJGzUYCIMazda's New Rotary Engine - youtu.be/-3gzQVGEqF4Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Heres The Proof... Tesla Cybertruck vs Porsche 911 Drag Race Engineering Explained 2024-05-17 | No, Tesla's Cybertruck is not faster than a Porsche 911 while towing!Watch the full MotorTrend video here: youtu.be/K0AJmLvKjxwTesla Tricked You (First Video) - youtu.be/HRYS5VWXZtsAt the Cybertruck delivery event, Tesla CEO Elon Musk claimed the Cybertruck could tow a Porsche 911 down the 1/4 mile faster than a Porsche 911 could do it by itself. I did not believe it, so I made a video explaining why - but math is for nerds, let's do it for real! Thanks to MotorTrend, this test is now a reality, as we pitted the CyberBeast against a manual Porsche 911 T - the slowest current generation Porsche 911. For all the data and details, check out MotorTrend's full analysis:motortrend.com/reviews/tesla-cybertruck-beast-vs-porsche-911-carrera-t-drag-race-towing-rematchSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How Steer-By-Wire Works - Tesla Cybertrucks Unique Steering! Engineering Explained 2024-05-10 | Steer-by-wire on a car means there is no physical connection between the steering wheel and the front wheels of the car. This is now a reality thanks to the Cybertruck, the first production vehicle in North America that uses this technology without a mechanical backup steering column. On a traditional car, when you rotate the steering wheel, this passes through the steering column to the steering rack, which moves the steering rack left or right, pulling on tie-rods, pivoting the front wheels based on your input. With steer-by-wire that mechanical connection is gone. When you turn the steering wheel, a sensor sees how much you turn the wheel, and a controller relays that message to the front steering rack, where an electric motor moves the steering rack based on your input, pivoting the front wheels. Steer-By-Wire (Full Version) - youtu.be/agMrewRJTowSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
I Bought A Ford Maverick! The Perfect Pickup? Engineering Explained 2024-05-03 | I Bought A 2024 Ford Maverick Lariat 2.0L AWD - My Favorite Pickup Truck!Check out the Continental CrossContact LX25: bit.ly/442zj3iBig thanks to Continental for sponsoring this video!I have purchased a 2024 Ford Maverick to replace my 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. This is the AWD Lariat with a 2.0L Turbo I4 engine producing 250 HP and 277 lb-ft of torque. It features adaptive cruise control, an upgraded sound system, contrasting leather interior, and a 4.5' bed with a tri-fold hard top cover. There are many reasons this is better than my Crosstrek - power, practicality, interior quality, sound system, functionality, towing capability, cargo capacity - it's a long list! However, there is one major downside - no manual transmission! I will truly miss the Crosstrek (who am I kidding, I won't), but I am excited for the new ride that's entered my fleet (of two cars)! A big thank you to Continental, XPEL, and Elite Window Tint for their support; you can find related links below:Elite Window Tint - elitewindowtint.netXPEL PPF - xpel.com/products/paint-protection-filmContinental LX25 - continentaltire.com/tires/crosscontact-lx25?utm_medium=influencers&utm_source=engineering%20explained&utm_campaign=crosscontact%20lx25Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How V8 Engines Work (In 60 Seconds) Engineering Explained 2024-04-26 | V8 engines are universally praised by car enthusiasts. The idea is simple: two banks of four cylinders join together in a "V" to form a V8. Each cylinder is working to pull in air & fuel and eventually ignite it to provide the power stroke. This process takes two revolutions of the crankshaft for each cylinder, or 720 degrees of rotation. Since you have eight cylinders, you have a power stroke every 90 degrees of crank rotation, resulting in very smooth power delivery. The engines are used in muscle cars, super cars, and trucks, for their performance advantages and glorious sound - it's why Mustang GT350s, Corvettes, and Ferraris all sound so lovely. How A V8 Engines Works (Full Version) - youtu.be/KZLygdpg3LUSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Hyundai Changed The Game - An 8-Speed Electric Car! Engineering Explained 2024-04-19 | Can Hyundai's Ioniq 5 N win over combustion enthusiasts?A performance EV with drift mode, shift mode, and variable torque split!Subscribe for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Hyundai's Ioniq 5 N is a fresh new approach to electric performance vehicles. The car is packed with customizable features so the driver can configure the vehicle to their exact preferences. We'll deep dive into ten of these features, summarized below:1. N Pedal - Developed as a solution to overcome the inherent weight and size of EVs, N Pedal was designed for instant turn-in behavior and enhanced throttle sensitivity, increasing the regenerative force to create a dynamic weight transfer that helps to sharpen corner entry.2. N Torque Distribution - adjusts the front and rear drive ratio, providing fully variable torque distribution that can be adjusted for eleven levels. 3. N Drift Optimizer (w/ Torque Kick Drift) - helps to maintain the drift angle by balancing multiple vehicle controls. The integrated Torque Kick Drift function allows the driver to simulate the clutch kick action of rear-wheel-drive ICE vehicles for driving scenarios that require more immediate drift initiation. 4. N Grin Boost (NGB) - delivers an instant thrust from IONIQ 5 N’s dual motors by increasing the power output and torque for ten seconds 5. N Launch Control - provides maximum traction for the fastest possible start, allowing the driver to launch their vehicle like a professional race car 6. N Race - utilizes a motorsport-derived philosophy that optimizes resources for the best track experience. 7. N Battery Preconditioning - optimizes the temperature of the battery cells to be as efficient as possible.8. N e-Shift simulates the behavior of the eight-speed dual-clutch N DCT of ICE N models by controlling the motor's torque output and power and simulating the jolt feeling between shifts. It provides the push feel of a DCT transmission and various levels of simulated engine braking using regeneration. The purpose is to increase driving fun, provide a more interactive driving experience, and deliver the same emotions of an ICE on a racetrack or a windy road. 9. N Active Sound+ - produces three sounds – ‘Ignition’, an ICE N engine and exhaust sound, and two futuristic EV sounds, including ‘Supersonic’, inspired by fighter jets – through eight internal speakers and two external speakers. Drivers can even rev the “engine” when N e-Shift is activated and transmission is in park or neutral. 10. N Road Sense - automatically recommends that the driver activate N Mode when double-curved road signs are detected. This lets the driver enjoy even more driving fun. Honorable mention: e-LSD - The electronic Limited Slip Differential (e-LSD) controls the amount of torque sent to the rear wheels, enhances handling performance when turning at high speeds, and improves wheel-slip compensation. This is a real, mechanical differential with e-hydraulic locking action for the rear motor!Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Can Liquid Hydrogen Save The Combustion Engine? Engineering Explained 2024-04-12 | Toyota Developed A Liquid Hydrogen Combustion EngineWhy Liquid Hydrogen Engines Don't Work - youtu.be/DGL5g91KwLASubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Can Toyota save the combustion engine? They’re one of few companies to develop a liquid-hydrogen engine. You get all the noise and excitement of a gas engine, without the carbon emissions. How does it work? Liquid hydrogen is stored in a tank at -253 degrees Celsius. That hydrogen is pumped into a vaporizer, turning into a gas, where it is eventually pumped all the way to the engine cylinders, operating much like a gasoline engine would. Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Most Powerful Porsche Ever - Taycan Turbo GT - A Lineup Leveled Up Engineering Explained 2024-04-05 | Porsche Has Completely Leveled Up Their Electric Cars - Taycan Turbo GTThanks TuxMat for sponsoring! tuxmat.com/?utm_source=engineering-explained&utm_medium=video-description_April-5-2024Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Bad news for Porsche Taycan owners: their electric car technology is evolving fast. The latest generation of Taycan is here, and the lineup is better in nearly every single way. More battery, greater efficiency, less weight, more performance. The peak of the EV performance sedan pyramid has three contenders, the Model S Plaid, the Lucid Air Sapphire, and Porsche’s latest addition to the mix - the Taycan Turbo GT, which seeks to be the track king. And with the newest generation of the Taycan, Porsche really has leveled up their EV game, with a concerted effort towards pushing the boundaries that’s refreshing to see from a legacy automaker. We're going to deep dive into four key aspects of the new Taycan:1. The battery.2. The charging.3. The powertrain.4. The suspension.References:Porsche Active Ride - motor1.com/features/712424/porsche-active-rideDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Does Engine Idling Waste Fuel? (Start-Stop Technology) Engineering Explained 2024-03-29 | How To Double Clutch Shift With A Manual TransmissionDoes Engine Start-Stop Work? - youtu.be/dFImHhNwbJoSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Engine start-stop is a technology designed to reduce fuel consumption, by shutting off the engine at stop-lights. 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 a study published in SAE tested exactly this, as well as real world test drives to see the impact. The results are surprising!Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Can Tesla’s Cybertruck Finally Solve Towing? Not Yet... Engineering Explained 2024-03-22 | Why Tesla's Cybertruck isn't quite ready for long range towing.Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe Tesla Cybertruck has absolutely dominated discussions amongst the electric truck scene, but can it handle the electric truck's biggest hurdle - long range towing? We'll cover four major subjects in this video:1) Why do electric pickup trucks struggle with long range towing?2) How does a truck's shape influence it's towing range?3) Why do some trucks lose more range while towing than others?4) How do options like the Cybertruck and Silverado EV stack up in long range towing applications? References:Car and Driver Tow Test - caranddriver.com/reviews/a40896618/ev-pickups-towing-test-hummer-rivian-lightningMercedes EV Tow Test - doi.org/10.1007/978-3-658-37011-4_14TFL Cybertruck Tow Test - youtu.be/p1139Jexyz8?si=f7SQyuPe_a717MD8TFL Silverado EV Tow Test - youtu.be/iSJaNPQWBaM?si=Z0fEUr0pAfKJuL3DTFL Silverado EV Range Test - youtu.be/ZXQiweF46jk?si=gqVGsEydU8mMY7sqEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
AWD vs 4WD - Whats The Difference? (In 60 Seconds) Engineering Explained 2024-03-15 | AWD vs 4WD - How Does It Work - Which Is Best? 4WD vs AWD Detailed Explanation - youtu.be/Jk246sutET0Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7What's the difference between 4WD and AWD? It comes down to choice. If the driver can choose to put the car in two-wheel drive, but can also select four-wheel drive as an option, that’s 4WD. This is common on trucks and large SUVs; a transfer case allows you to select where the power goes. If the driver doesn’t have a choice, but the vehicle still sends power to all four wheels, this is AWD. This system is always active, and is more commonly found on cars and crossovers. Both AWD & 4WD have pros and cons, to learn more, check out my related videos below!Related Videos:4WD vs AWD Explained - youtu.be/Jk246sutET0What's The Best 4WD? - youtu.be/TotrUUuYOM4What's The Best AWD? - youtu.be/jm-_NcjunucFord Raptor Combines 4WD & AWD - youtu.be/HeVUt7AdbLI4Hi vs 4Lo 4WD - youtu.be/gd4Y0McFu3sTransfer Case Explained - youtu.be/K1qj8dHTmP4Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Bugatti Has Developed A V16 Engine! Engineering Explained 2024-03-08 | Bugatti is bringing back the V16 engine, after an 80 year absence!How Does The Bugatti W16 Engine Work - youtu.be/0kKo4Zw9ynwSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Bugatti is bringing a V16 engine to their lineup, with more details to be released later in 2024. The Bugatti Chiron successor will sport a V16 hybrid powertrain, with rumors that it's a Cosworth 8.3L naturally aspirated V16, producing 1,000 horsepower and revving to 9,000 RPM. If the rumors are to be believed, it will also be paired with three 250kW electric motors, for a potent AWD system with blistering acceleration. But, who cares about rumors, right? What are the facts? In this video, we'll dive into the images shared by Bugatti, to get a deeper understanding of the engineering behind this V16 combustion engine. We'll talk torque curves, firing intervals, firing order, V-angles, crossplane vs flatplane, balance, and see how the rumors hold up to a little math.References:Auto Motor Sport - https://www.auto-motor-und-sport.de/neuheiten/bugatti-chiron-nachfolger-verbrennungsmotor-mate-rimac/Mate Rimac's Post - facebook.com/mate.rimac/posts/10232717927149101?ref=embed_postBugatti W16 - newsroom.bugatti.com/press-releases/bugatti-w16-engine-the-last-of-its-kindSequential Turbos - doi.org/10.1007/s38313-017-0025-xEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Teslas 0-60 Times Are Misleading Engineering Explained 2024-03-01 | The performance gap with different Teslas is not as big as it seems. Tesla doesn't hit 60 in under two seconds - youtu.be/i7yigpPSu_oSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Elon Musk wouldn’t try to deceive you, would he? Well unfortunately Tesla 0-60 times are a bit misleading. For example, Tesla shows a 0-60 in 1.99 seconds on their website for the Model S Plaid, or 3.1 seconds if you opt for the dual motor AWD Model S. But if you click “feature details” a box pops up, informing you that the Plaid’s time is with the first foot of rollout subtracted. But the standard S doesn’t apply this practice. So in reality, the Plaid’s true 0-60 is greater than 1.99 seconds, and the gap in performance between the two Model S’s is not as wide as it seems. And this is true for Tesla’s other Performance models as well. They use different 0-60 methods for different models, altering your perception of the gap in performance.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Boost vs RPM vs Displacement - Whats Best For Horsepower? Engineering Explained 2024-02-23 | Is there no replacement for displacement if you want big horsepower?Driving 215 MPH in A McLaren 720S - youtu.be/mGM4ASvcm6MSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7If you limit yourself to fuel you can find at any gas pump, and the air we live and breathe, and the four-strokes engines that most vehicles operate on, there are really three fundamental ways to increase the amount of power an engine produces. - Displacement- RPM- Pressure (Forced Induction/Boost)Arguably, there are many, many ways you can alter how much power an engine makes, but ultimately, it’s a matter of getting as much air as possible, and combining it with the right amount of fuel, and these are the big ways to make that happen. So the key metric we’re looking at: how much air do we have to work with? In this video we'll look at each of the three methods, the advantages and disadvantages, as well as examples of engines that use each method to their advantage. All of this while driving the McLaren 750S, and absolute powerhouse of a supercar cranking out 740 horsepower from a twin-turbo 4.0L V8 revving to 8,500 RPM. I'll test drive the McLaren on some of Nevada's finest roads, as well as at a race track in Las Vegas.Related Videos:McLaren Supercar Suspension - youtu.be/tkwL8lBo2e0Driving a McLaren at 200 MPH - youtu.be/mGM4ASvcm6MMcLaren Doesn't Use Sway Bars - youtu.be/8AVBddY8ClMWhy McLaren Uses Open Diffs - youtu.be/gBHmWZcnWwMEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
What Is Double Clutching? Dont Granny Shift! Engineering Explained 2024-02-16 | How To Double Clutch Shift With A Manual TransmissionDouble Clutching Explained - youtu.be/tescWzTlGQ0Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7"Granny-shifting, not double clutching like you should!" You've heard the line, but what the heck does it mean? If you want to be like Dominic Toretto, you'll need to watch this video. Double clutching is the practice of using two full clutch in/out cycles per shift, in order to match the engine speed to the transmission speed and allow for a smooth shift. But do you actually need to do it? Nope! Modern manual transmissions use synchronizers, so this practice hasn't been necessary for decades. Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Driving Tesla Cybertruck - Overhyped or the Pickup Reinvented? Engineering Explained 2024-02-09 | Does The Tesla Cybertruck Live Up To The Hype? An Engineering ReviewSteer-by-wire, four-wheel steering, 48 volt accessories, 800V powertrain, triangles, and truck stuff!Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Thanks Ben for letting me drive your truck! youtube.com/@VoyageATXElon Musk lit the internet on fire when he announced the Cybertruck, and now, after deliveries have been make, that fire continues to burn. The world is hyped on Cybertruck - it's the pickup reinvented! Or is it? We'll deep dive into the engineering behind this truck, peeling back the layers to understand what matters, and just as importantly, what doesn't. Without a doubt, the Cybertruck has reignited passion into the EV space, something the Hummer EV attempted to do, which landed without quite the splash as the Cybertruck. We'll discuss the following questions:1) What impact does the shape of the Cybertruck have?2) Should you care about 48V or 800V vehicle architectures?3) What is steer-by-wire and what is it like to drive?4) What is four-wheel-steering and why is it useful? 5) Does the Cybertruck do truck stuff well?6) What is the Cybertruck like to drive?7) Is the Cybertruck overhyped, or the pickup reinvented? Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How To Ruin Your Electric Cars Battery - 3 Common Mistakes Engineering Explained 2024-01-26 | Three Tips To Keep Your Electric Car's Battery From Degrading Too FastSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoElectric cars are becoming increasingly popular, but a common concern remains for many owners - what about the battery? An electric car's battery is by far the most expensive part, so replacing it means a huge bill. The good news, however, is that there are many practices you can put into place to ensure your electric car's battery lasts for hundreds of thousands of miles. This video seeks to not only understand what the best practices are for keeping your electric car's battery in good health, but also, the scientific reasons *why* these best practices are useful. We'll look at different causes of battery degradation, helpful tips for extending the life of your battery, and what scientific research says about he effects of various harmful parameters on battery health. The video will answer the following questions:1) Why do batteries lose capacity over time?2) What percentage should you store your battery at?3) Is it okay to charge your electric car to 100%?4) How often should you recharge your electric car? Related Videos:EV Battery Health with Dr. Jeff Dahn - youtu.be/i31x5JW361k?si=PHSNPh4DXOvAO0YsHow Li-Ion Batteries Work - youtu.be/l81K6o7o6z0References:Lithium Ion Degradation - pubs.rsc.org/en/content/articlehtml/2021/cp/d1cp00359cLi-Ion Life Cycle Study - sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378775313016510Dr. Jeff Dahn - dal.ca/diff/dahn/people/jeff_dahn.htmlEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
No, Tesla Cybertruck Is *Not* Faster Than Porsche (While Towing) Engineering Explained 2024-01-12 | Tesla's Cybertruck Can't Beat A New Porsche 911 In The 1/4 Mile (Towing)Cybertruck vs F-150 Tug-of-War Stunt - youtu.be/jzKCJsou10wSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7During Tesla's Cybertruck delivery event, they showcased the Cybertruck performing stunts to show it's performance capabilities versus the competition. One of those stunts was a drag race against a Porsche 911, while *towing* a Porsche 911. Insane, yes! Elon Musk claimed “it can tow a Porsche 911 across the 1/4 mile faster than the Porsche 911 can go by itself" after showing a clip of it beating a Porsche 911 in an 1/8th mile drag race. Fair statement? Not exactly.This video seeks to answer the question: which car is really faster in the 1/4 mile, a 2023 Porsche 911, or Tesla's Cybertruck towing a 911? We'll use real world data, along with some math to find the answer. Related Videos:Ford Lightning 1M LB Towing Stunt - youtu.be/Au3U72CX74ISSC Tuatara Hits "331 MPH" - youtu.be/4jqCdBKl0MECybertruck Tug-of-War - youtu.be/jzKCJsou10wRelevant Links:Tesla Cybertruck - tesla.com/cybertruckCybertruck Delivery Event - youtu.be/FU6r3BmlgBMCar and Driver 911 T - caranddriver.com/reviews/a42030495/2023-porsche-911-carrera-t-driveMotorTrend 911 T - motortrend.com/reviews/2023-porsche-911-carrera-t-first-test-reviewCar and Driver Base 911 - caranddriver.com/reviews/a32365967/2020-porsche-911-carrera-by-the-numbersEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Best Sports Car In The World - Porsche 911 S/T Engineering Explained 2023-12-29 | 2 Jasons 1 Car is back, and we're driving the new Porsche 911 S/T!The manual-only 911 S/T is the GT3 RS for the road - as good as it gets!Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7The Porsche 911 S/T is the best car I've ever driven, and I don't say that lightly. It's a pure driver's car through and through, with a very clear purpose executed perfectly. What makes it such an exceptional driver? The Porsche 911 GT3 is a solid staring point - 911 GT3 RS - even better. But the GT3 RS is the ultimate track going Porsche. Transform it into the ultimate road going Porsche, and you end up with the 911 S/T. The 911 S/T is special - very special, and the video dives into all the cool technical changes that make it work. From the 6-speed manual only transmission, to the lightweight single-mass flywheel & clutch, to the 4.0L boxer engine lifted from the GT3 RS, to the magnesium wheels, it does everything to make the car lighter, more powerful, and as exciting of a road car as you can get. Bravo Porsche - now make more of them! Related Videos:Tesla Cybertruck (Hagerty/Cammisa) - youtu.be/L6WDq0V5oBgToyota Tacoma (Throttle House) - youtu.be/2Q3v9kOYew4Porsche 911 GT3 Engine (EE) - youtu.be/8xByM10KM2kEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Do You Really Need AWD? Settling The Winter Tire Debate Engineering Explained 2023-12-15 | Do you really need winter tires, and do you really need AWD?Thank you to Hankook for sponsoring this video! hankooktire.com/us/en/tire/ion/icept.htmlSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7 Snow covered roads tend to create a debate surrounding snow tires and all-wheel drive – is it all really necessary? In this video we’ll compare summer, all-season, and winter tires performance in the snow, and also discuss the purpose and merits of all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive combined with winter tires can provide confident driving in harsh winter conditions. But what about electric cars? Winter tires pose a unique challenge to electric cars, as they are generally louder, which is more noticeable in EVs. Winter tires also tend to have higher rolling resistance, which reduces your range in an EV. Finally, winter tires use softer compounds, meaning more wear when used by a heavy EV. To maximize winter performance, compromise is inevitable, but Hankook seeks to combat these challenges with their latest tire offering, the iON i*cept winter tire, designed specifically for EVs. Watch to learn all about it!Don't forget to check out my other pages below! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplained Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13 EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Formula 1 V10 - The Greatest Engine Of All Time? Engineering Explained 2023-12-01 | Formula 1 V10 Engines Scream To 20,000 RPM - The Best Engines Ever?How Does A Tiny F1 Engine Make 1,000 HP? youtu.be/KjrNcuc89PcSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk71,000 horsepower is nothing new in the world of Formula 1. In fact, back in the early 2000's, 3.0L naturally aspirated V10 engines were cranking out 1,000 horsepower at 20,000 RPM, without the assistance of electric motors or turbochargers like the 1.6L engines used today. This video seeks to pull back the curtain on the magic behind the glory days of F1 engines. We'll focus on numerous questions:1. Are the V10 engines as impressive as they seem? 2. How do they hold up to modern standards? 3. What allows them to make so much power? 4. How do they differ versus production car engines? 5. Do the engines need to be relevant to road cars, with synthetic fuel coming?Related Videos:BMEP - youtu.be/bE_1JYrlYYU2026 F1 Engines - youtu.be/KxDQBVzXWt4Tiny F1 Engines - youtu.be/KjrNcuc89PcPre-Chamber Ignition - youtu.be/GH3TNiRERU4F1 vs WEC - youtu.be/O245IDby_pUReferences:2005 F1 Regs - http://www.jomenvisst.de/fia/2005TechnicalRegulations/290924722__Draft_2005_F1_Technical_Regs.pdfRacecar Engineering - racecar-engineering.com/articles/f1/technology-explained-f1-airboxes-filtersSynthetic Fuel - http://www.combustion-engines.eu/pdf-152526-85200?filename=Synthetic%20automotive.pdfToyota V10 Engine - racecar-engineering.com/articles/toyota-rvx-v10-f1-engineEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iARecommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuo
Everything You Need To Know About Lithium-Ion Batteries Engineering Explained 2023-11-17 | Lithium-Ion Batteries - A Complete Guide For Beginners Sponsored by LG Energy Solution - lgensol.com/en/indexVisuals & Animations Provided By LG Energy SolutionSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7 Lithium-ion batteries are currently transforming the automotive space, so in this video we’ll deep dive into the technology answering the following questions: 1) What is a lithium-ion battery?2) How does a lithium-ion battery work?3) How is a lithium-ion battery made?LG Energy Solution has been researching batteries since 1992, and with over 30 years of experience in the space, they have accumulated over 27,000 battery related patents. I visited LG Energy Solution Michigan in Holland, which has an annual output of 5GWh, though an expansion is being built, which is going to provide 25 GWh of output. There’s a lot in store for the future of batteries! Don't forget to check out my other pages below! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplained Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13 EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Lucid Sapphire Smashes Tesla Plaids Acceleration - 2 Jasons 1 Car Engineering Explained 2023-11-03 | The Lucid Air Sapphire Beats The Tesla Model S Plaid Hands DownJason Cammisa joins Jason Fenske for a drive in the Lucid Air Sapphire!Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoWhen MotorTrend tested the Model S Plaid in 2021, they broke all production car records. 0-60 in 1.98 seconds — with a long list of unique variables, including a prepared surface with VHT (glue), and deleting the first foot of rollout. Astonishingly, the Lucid can match that number, on a public road! The Lucid Air Sapphire's acceleration is certifiably bonkers. Jason Fenske and Jason Cammisa will talk through the various systems that make this car possible, and how it achieves such insane results. Questions covered include:1). Why is the 1,234 HP Lucid so much faster than the 1,111 HP Lucid?2). Why is the Lucid's 0-60 time (acceleration) faster than its 60-0 time (braking)?3). Why are the fastest EVs the heaviest EVs?4). What is your favorite thing about the Lucid Air Sapphire?5). What is your biggest complaint of the Lucid Air Sapphire?6). Is the Lucid Air Sapphire worth $250k, especially considering the Tesla Model S Plaid is $90k? Related & Recommended Videos:SavageGeese Lucid Doc - youtube.com/watch?v=emkj_fOBovYLucid vs Bugatti Race - youtube.com/watch?v=EyDpQpcPpucCammisa's Lucid Video - youtube.com/watch?v=JxuB4H6uCq8Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Everyone Should Own A Miata, But This Is Goodbye Engineering Explained 2023-10-20 | Buy my supercharged Miata, one of the greatest driver's cars to exist!Cars & Bids Auction: crsnbds.com/engineeringexplainedHuge thanks to Cars & Bids for sponsoring this video! My previously owned supercharged Mazda Miata is for sale on Cars & Bids! The ND MX-5 is genuinely one of the best drivers cars ever created, especially impressive considering the entry-level price point, and it teaches us so much about cars in a single, impressive package. In this video we'll discuss what makes it great, how it's able to stack up in a league of much more potent, more expensive competitors, and what lessons we can learn from such an unimposing ride. Mods List for my MX-5:- MX-5 Club, Brembo & BBS, LSD- Edelbrock supercharger kit- Fab9 tune- XPEL Ultimate Plus 10 ppf- Black chrome emblems- Stubby antenna- Aluminum pedalsDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Nothing Brakes Better Than The Ford Mustang Dark Horse - Wait, What?! Engineering Explained 2023-10-06 | How The Ford Mustang Dark Horse Became The King Of BrakingSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoNothing has ever braked shorter than the Ford Mustang Dark Horse, in the entirety of Motor Trend’s testing. The 5.0L V8 boasts 500 horsepower, meaning the car has both potency and heft, and yet it stops as well as a hypercar. In testing, the Mustang stopped from 60 mph in just 86 feet, nudging out the Porsche 911 GT2 RS, which had the crown for best braking for over 5 years. Who could have guessed it’d be replaced by a muscle car?In this video, we’ll digest the bonkers stats of such braking prowess, discuss whether it is cool or lame, challenge the notion that braking is limited to the best tires (hello McMurtry Speirling), and look at a deceleration trace of one of the best stopping vehicles that exists. Spoiler, the results aren’t at all what one might expect. Related Links:Motor Trend Mustang Test - motortrend.com/reviews/2024-ford-mustang-dark-horse-first-test-reviewCar and Driver Mustang Test - caranddriver.com/reviews/a44675712/2024-ford-mustang-dark-horse-driveCar and Driver Top 15 Braking - caranddriver.com/features/g29674610/best-stopping-distances-braking-testedPorsche GT4 RS Testing - caranddriver.com/features/a40255250/short-stop-braking-testEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Sketchy Truth About Aftermarket Brake Pads Engineering Explained 2023-09-22 | Let's peel back the friction material on different aftermarket brake pads!We'll examine five different brake pads to see how they differ internally.Sponsored By NRS Brakes - http://www.nrsbrakes.comThere are four fundamental elements of brake pad design that play a critical role in brake functionality and safety. Rust protection for the backing plate, how you attach the friction material to the backing plate, the flatness of the backing plate, and the tolerances of the abutment areas, ensuring the pads slide smoothly within the caliper. In this video, we’re focusing on just one aspect, the attachment of the friction material to the backing plate. We'll inspect five different brake pads: one original equipment, one from NRS Brakes, and three other aftermarket companies. You'll very clearly see the original equipment pads use mechanical attachment, as does NRS, yet two of the aftermarket companies do not. Mechanical attachment uses hooks to ensure a very secure bond between the friction material and the backing plate, which is especially important for applications that see high heat. Heat can break down adhesives, whereas the mechanical attachment will remain strong. Yes, you can buy brake pads designed for the exact same vehicle, without ever knowing that they don’t feature the technology that the original equipment pads specify. Related Content:Ultimate Brake Pad Test - youtu.be/DZ8O2tJOGLEDon't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Acura Integra Type S Is Among The Best Drivers Cars Sold Today Engineering Explained 2023-09-08 | 2024 Acura Integra Type S - Does It Live Up To The Name?1999 Acura Integra - My First Car - youtu.be/1B2ipplUmtkSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7The 2024 Acura Integra Type S brings back the performance Integra. With 320 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque, the 2.0L turbocharged inline four cylinder is potent and offers a wide spectrum of useable thrust. In this video, we'll dive into why it's so much fun to drive, how it compares to the BMW M2 - yes, I know - just watch, and also compare it to the A-Spec Integra, as well as the Honda Civic Type R. Honda remains the king of front wheel drive! EE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoRecommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
What Happened To The BMW M2?! Engineering Explained 2023-08-25 | Does the BMW M2 still exist, or do we simply have more of the same? Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe BMW M2 is a car for true automotive enthusiasts. Twin-turbo straight-six engine, manual transmission offered, rear wheel drive, and 2-doors. But has the formula changed too much? The 2023 BMW M2 offers more of everything, and not all of it is necessarily wanted. More power, more performance, but also, a lot more weight. We'll discuss six aspects of the BMW M2, to determine whether the car is still exciting: the engine, the transmission, the aesthetics, the price, the weight, and the experience. Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Toyota Developed A Liquid Hydrogen Combustion Engine! Engineering Explained 2023-08-11 | Can Toyota save the combustion engine by using liquid hydrogen?Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoToyota surprised me once again, announcing they've raced with liquid nitrogen in the Fuji 24 Hour race, accomplishing what they claim is the first for any manufacturer. No one has raced with liquid hydrogen! The technology is awesome, as it allows for a lot more hydrogen storage versus gaseous hydrogen (stored at 700 bar). Here, the low pressure liquid must be kept at -253ºC, however, which is quite a challenge. According to Toyota, this project had three main challenges:1. Keeping the liquid hydrogen at a very low temperature.2. Maintaining the efficiency and capacity of the fuel pump.3. Controlling the pumped liquid hydrogen, as it converts to gas. We'll also discuss another issue that exist with hydrogen, which is how much space it takes up, despite having a better energy density by mass than gasoline. Unfortunately, the energy density by volume is quite a different story. Check out the video to see if this technology is worth the hype!Related Videos:2021 Hydrogen GR Corolla - youtu.be/3IPR50-soNABMW's V12 Hydrogen Engine - youtu.be/AouW9_jyZckToyota's V8 Hydrogen Engine - youtu.be/vJjKwSF9gT8Hydrogen Engines = Bad Idea - youtu.be/1Ajq46qHp0cGas vs Hydrogen Engines - youtu.be/l6ECwRnJ0SgHydrogen Rotary Engine - youtu.be/U-n5L0cXcpgThe Problem With Synthetic Fuel - youtu.be/0d0MPg7DxbYReferences:Toyota Press Release - https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/corporate/39234866.htmlToyota Press Release 2 - https://global.toyota/en/newsroom/corporate/39556874.html?_gl=1*pl7x7k*_ga*MTExMzI2MTM2Mi4xNjkxMDg1NzI4*_ga_FW87SM9FNZ*MTY5MTA4NTcyNy4xLjAuMTY5MTA4NTcyNy42MC4wLjA.&_ga=2.36622304.1186764438.1691085728-1113261362.1691085728Liquid Hydrogen Briefing - youtu.be/5b5nYRsUH3gToyota Times - toyotatimes.jp/en/report/hpe_challenge_2023/004_3.html#anchorTitlesFuji Results - supertaikyu.com/race/files/result/2023/2023r2_fin.pdfHydrogen Properties - www1.eere.energy.gov/hydrogenandfuelcells/tech_validation/pdfs/fcm01r0.pdfLiquid Hydrogen Delivery - energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/liquid-hydrogen-delivery#:~:text=Gaseous%20hydrogen%20is%20liquefied%20by,the%20hydrogen%20and%20is%20expensive.Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
2,300 Horsepower - How Koenigsegg Gemeras Insane Powertrain Works! Engineering Explained 2023-07-28 | The Koenigsegg Gemera Pairs A Hot V8 Jesko Engine With A Dark Matter Electric Motor!How TFG Engine Works - youtu.be/WwlNqaz9q_0How LST Transmission Works - youtu.be/MSxQtHOfljESubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoFrom the Koenigsegg Gemera Press Release:"As the world's first 4-seater Megacar, defined by its awe-inspiring power of over 1 megawatt, the Gemera was already a striking feat of engineering. However, the Client Specification version takes it even further with pioneering advancements.However, during the development process, the Light Speed Transmission (LST) was introduced in the acclaimed Jesko, which delivers unparalleled excitement and performance. “We could not resist exploring the possibility of incorporating these remarkable features and benefits into the Gemera production model, leading us down an exciting new development path — the Light Speed Tourbillon Transmission (LSTT),” explains Christian.To complement the engine and the LSTT, the R&D team has also developed the "Dark Matter" E-motor – an 800 hp, 1250 Nm patent-pending Raxial Flux E-motor that is an evolutionary leap in electric propulsion, representing the world's most powerful automotive-grade E-motor with 6-phase technology. One Dark Matter is now paired with the LSTT, instead of 3 Quarks E-motors with the Direct Drive system. This makes the drivetrain lighter, smaller, and even more engaging. The LSTT four-wheel drive system with four-wheel torque vectoring can be powered by either the 800 hp Dark Matter E-motor or the twin-turbo TFG, or a combination of the two, resulting in a maximum output of 1400 hp and 1850 Nm. The Client Specification Gemera not only retains its inherent qualities but also adds the lightness and responsiveness LST in the form of the LSTT. “We added 'Tourbillon' to the name of the LST, as this mechanism represents the automotive equivalent of a high-end Swiss watch and is simply beautiful,” explains Christian von Koenigsegg.Even so, we have yet another thrilling announcement—the Koenigsegg Gemera HV8 (Hot V8) version. The HV8 elevates the Gemera beyond any Hypercar or Megacar and takes everything to the next level. Before we came up with the LSTT, it was impossible to believe we could fit a mid-engined V8 configuration in the Gemera, given the large occupant space in comparison to the compact size of the Gemera.However, the layout of the LSTT allowed us to do it. To make it happen, we had to convert the Jesko V8 into a so-called Hot V8 where the exhaust exits at the top center, but otherwise, it is very similar to the Jesko engine. With this new engine configuration, the Gemera boasts an astounding 1500 hp from the HV8 in addition to the 800 hp provided by the Dark Matter E-motor, resulting in a total of 2,300 hp and 2,750 Nm of torque – a new world record for a production car. "The Gemera HV8 is not only the most powerful and extreme production car on the planet Earth, with an astonishing 1,11 hp per kg, but it is also the most practical and user-friendly sports car ever created. Its incredible response, handling, engine sound, crisp transmission, spacious interior, and four-wheel-drive systems combine to create an unprecedented and unparalleled driving experience, ready to set numerous records of performance around tracks and in straight lines. We are extremely proud to have brought the Gemera HV8 to life and very much look forward to delivering this new level of performance and technology to our esteemed clients and fans," says Christian."Related Videos:How TFG Engine Works - youtu.be/WwlNqaz9q_0How 5.0L V8 Engine Works - youtu.be/9u6iW07ixKwHow LST Transmission Works - youtu.be/MSxQtHOfljEHow Koenigsegg FreeValve Works - youtu.be/FJXgKY2O4poHow Koenigsegg "Manual" LST Works - youtu.be/Hvb6J96KiSMReferences:Gemera Tech Specs - koenigsegg.com/technical-specifications-gemera-20232023 Koenigsegg Gemera - news.cision.com/koenigsegg/r/koenigsegg-proudly-unveils-the-client-specification-gemera-and-inaugurates-its-birthplace---the-grip,c38031282020 Koenigsegg Gemera - mb.cision.com/Public/18511/3227178/baf745271ea49d3e.pdfKoenigsegg Hybrid Patent - https://patentscope.wipo.int/search/en/detail.jsf?docId=SE399211865Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Electric Summer Tires – Can You Really Have It All? Engineering Explained 2023-07-14 | Why Everyone Should Run Summer Tires - Even Electric Cars!Thank you to Hankook for sponsoring this video! hankooktire.com/us/en/tire/ion/evo.htmlSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7 Summer tires are the performance option for enthusiasts who want the most out of their cars. These tires offer more grip, better steering feel, and better handling – not to mention better stopping distance rain or shine. But does all that grip come at a compromise? Electric vehicles need tires with low rolling resistance to maximize range, and often, rolling resistance is at odds with grip. In this video we’ll deep dive into Hankook’s iON evo tire, a summer tire offered for both electric cars and electric SUVs, to maximize warm weather performance without a big loss in rolling resistance or noise levels. Don't forget to check out my other pages below! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplained Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13 EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Are Hypercar Engines Better Than Formula 1? — 24 Hours of Le Mans Engineering Explained 2023-06-30 | Le Mans Hypercar regulations allow for absolutely wild engine designs!How Formula 1 Engines Make 1,000 HP - youtu.be/KjrNcuc89PcSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuo Le Mans Hypercars, unlike Formula 1, have very open regulations regarding the engines. If it runs on gas, and has four strokes - yeah, you can run it! This leads to wildly different strategies within the world of endurance racing: small engines, large engines, turbo engines, naturally aspirated engines, V6 engines, V8 engines (you can even run rotary!), hybrid or not, the world of endurance racing has it all. It's fascinating to see manufacturers choose different strategies when it comes to powertrain, including the behemoth, 8800 RPM naturally aspirated 5.5L V8 engine used in the Cadillac V-LMDh. Endurance racing, however, is fairly complicated. This video won't get into the differences between IMSA & WEC, LMDh vs LMH, or the other dozen acronyms used in this fairly complicated motorsport. The powertrains are awesome, the racing is awesome, but the series could use a little help in terms of educational content surrounding the rules, team approaches, and various strategies. All of that said, I had an incredible experience attending the centenary of the 24 Hours of Le Mans! 100 years as of 2023! Enjoy the video and learn all about the powertrain strategies in this sport. Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Most Difficult Tire To Create - All Terrain Engineering Explained 2023-06-16 | All-Terrain Tires Must Work Well In Every Possible Driving ScenarioThank you to Hankook for sponsoring this video! hankooktire.com/us/en/tire/dynapro/at2xtreme-rf12.htmlSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7 The most difficult tire to create is arguably the all-terrain tire. In terms of the various styles of SUV & Truck tires, the all-terrain is a bit of a blend between a tire dedicated almost entirely for on-road driving and a tire dedicated almost entirely for off-road driving. With tires, specialization is the name of the game. It’s much easier to make tires that perform well for very specific scenarios, but the Dynapro AT2 Xtreme needs to do absolutely everything. It’s difficult to overstate how challenging this is. We’ll discuss the tire compound, tire structure, and tread design, to learn how to optimize a tire for all environments. Don't forget to check out my other pages below! Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplained Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplained Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13 EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Lucid Embarrasses The Competition - Packaging Perfection Engineering Explained 2023-06-02 | The Lucid Air's Packaging Puts The Competition To ShameSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoPackaging is arguably one of the most challenging aspects of automotive design. Good packaging is the result of a wholistic approach of collaborative design, efficiency, and minimalism. In my opinion, there's never been a car that better reflects this approach than the Lucid Air; it fits an astonishing amount of cargo space and passenger space within a fairly compact footprint. Simultaneously, it has the lowest energy consumption on the highway of any production car sold today in the United States, with a 140 mpge rating. How have they done it? Watch the video to learn all about it!Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Corvette Z06 Breaks All The Rules - An Absolute Masterpiece Engineering Explained 2023-05-19 | The 2023 Chevy Corvette Z06 V8 Engine Is A Monumental Leap ForwardThe Most Powerful NA V8 Engine - youtu.be/1q6p5vlAWEsSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe 2023 C8 Corvette Z06 breaks all the rules you thought you know.1. What's faster, a car with more or less power?2. What's more powerful, a large supercharged engine, or a smaller naturally aspirated engine?3. What has a wider, flatter torque curve: a supercharged engine, or a high revving naturally aspirated engine?4. What uses less fuel, a car that makes more, or less power?Compared to the C7 Z06, the C8 Z06 is an improvement in every way, and yet on paper you might not see why. It's a stunning feat of engineering, and a masterclass in supercar design. What an absolute joy to drive!Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
America Needs The Alpine A110 R - Lightweight Driving Bliss Engineering Explained 2023-05-06 | Alpine A110 R - The Underrated Sports Car Not Sold In America#Sponsored by AlpineSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Alpine invited me to the Miami Formula 1 Grand Prix, ahead of which I was able to get some seat time in the Alpine A110 R, a light weight sports car that isn’t sold on US shores. The A110 R brings an appealing formula: small, low weight, relatively soft suspension with relatively long travel, and a relatively high amount of horsepower. All combined, it made for some fantastic laps at The Concours Club in Miami.The video will talk through how weight was pulled out for the A110 R versus the A110 S, how the aerodynamic features have been modified and the balance shifted, and the driving differences between the A110 GT and the A110 R. Big thanks to Alpine for having me out - it was wonderful to hang with Pierre Gasly, Esteban Icon and the team!@AlpineCars #AlpineCars #AlpineA110R, #AlpineA110, #AlpineA110GT4 #MadeByRacers, #DRVPNK @autonation Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Why Are 2026 Formula 1 Engines Going To Lose So Much Power? Engineering Explained 2023-04-28 | Everything you need to know about the 2026 Formula 1 engines & power units!How F1 Engines Make 1,000 HP - youtu.be/KjrNcuc89PcSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoFormula 1 will see a major shake-up in 2026 as it moves to new power units and all new engine regulations. The overhaul will see combustion engine power drop, while the electric motor power will be increase significantly, nearly three times! This will dramatically change the way the vehicles perform, and how teams will develop winning strategies. We'll discuss the big picture items, like how fuel flow rate will be changing from mass flow to energy flow, how the fuel chemistry will be changing, sustainable fuels, the MGU-K & MGU-H (or lack thereof), the energy allotments per lap, and what this all means for straight line speed. We'll also look at the newly introduced airflow limits, and discuss the implications this may have on air/fuel ratios. References:3.5% = E10 - ag.utah.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Ethanol-Blended-Gasoline-Facts-for-Retailers-and-Consumers.pdf70 kg fuel - formula1.com/en/latest/article.more-efficient-less-fuel-and-carbon-net-zero-7-things-you-need-to-know-about.ZhtzvU3cPCv8QO7jtFxQR.htmlAir Density Calculator - omnicalculator.com/physics/air-density2023 F1 Regulations - fia.com/sites/default/files/fia_2023_formula_1_technical_regulations_-_issue_4_-_2022-12-07.pdf2026 F1 Regulations - fia.com/sites/default/files/fia_2026_formula_1_technical_regulations_pu_-_issue_1_-_2022-08-16.pdfEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Why Does Ethanol Make So Much Power? (Versus Gasoline) Engineering Explained 2023-04-14 | Ethanol has less energy than gasoline, but it can make so much more horsepower!Is ethanol bad for your car's engine? youtu.be/ATGSBi1kBl0Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEthanol contains less energy than gasoline, and yet it can make so much more power! How is that possible? This video will cover the differences in air/fuel ratios for ethanol vs gasoline, the energy density differences (by mass and volume), fuel economy differences, and octane number differences. Critically, the reason for octane number differences will be explained, with both the chemical composition and the cooling effect of ethanol providing a large advantage. Finally, we'll look at real world testing to see how much more power ethanol can make, as well as the efficiency differences of E85 ethanol vs E10 gasoline. And if ethanol really is more efficient, then why do you get worse fuel economy using E10 vs E0 (gasoline)? Whenever a fuel is listed as E10, E15, E85, E100 or E##, the number simply represents the percentage of ethanol in the fuel by volume. So for example, most pump gas today is E10, meaning up to 10% ethanol by volume, and the rest is gasoline. Related Videos:Knock Explained - youtu.be/maZyPJIOknESuper Knock - youtu.be/LgNf5GaR73AAKI vs RON vs MON - youtu.be/zf-OYXlhJisCompression Ratio - youtu.be/nveqCMNTth0Port vs Direct Injection - youtu.be/qms_9ZP6ORoEthanol Bad For Engines? - youtu.be/ATGSBi1kBl0Is Corn Ethanol A Bad Idea? - youtu.be/F-yDKeya4SUReferences:Fuel Properties - afdc.energy.gov/fuels/propertiesEthanol Basics - afdc.energy.gov/fuels/ethanol_fuel_basics.htmlEffective Octane Numbers 1 - doi.org/10.4271/2012-01-1275Effective Octane Numbers 2 - doi.org/10.4271/2012-01-1284Ford 3.5L Engine Study - doi.org/10.4271/2014-01-1228Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Dodge Wont Reveal The Demon 170s Real 0-60 Time Engineering Explained 2023-03-31 | Has the Dodge Challenger Demon 170 shattered the 0-60 record at 1.66s?Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe Dodge Challenger Demon 170 resets the benchmark for drag racing performance for production cars. 0-60 in 1.66 seconds, a quarter mile time of 8.91 seconds, and it's capable of accelerating above 2 g's!! The absolutely bonkers Demon is powered by a 6.2L V8 engine, which has a 3.0L supercharger, good for 1,025 horsepower and 945 lb-ft of torque when running on E85 fuel. Unfortunately, it's not all good news, as the 0-60 time isn't quite as good as Dodge claims, if you're the type of person that believes a 0-60 starts at 0 mph. The video will highlight all the details, and the many disclaimers that go along with this 0-60 time, as well as what the real 0-60 time is. In addition, we'll look at how important the vehicle's center of gravity is, and analyze the Demon in several different real world scenarios to discuss what the 0-60 times might be under various conditions. Regardless of any nonsense, the Dodge Demon 170 is genuinely an incredible feat of engineering. Hat's off to Dodge!Related Videos:How Power Chiller Works - youtu.be/wLOkr-hUnU4How Demon Transbrake Works - youtu.be/Vd5nnD6h2iYHow '18 Demon Hit 0-60 In 2.3s - youtu.be/93MuL4lRrO8References:Dodge Demon 170 - dodgegarage.com/srt-demon-170'18 Demon Specs - media.stellantisnorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=18304&fIId=18679&mid='23 Demon Specs - media.stellantisnorthamerica.com/newsrelease.do?id=24163&fIId=24738&mid=169Detroit News Quote - detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/chrysler/2017/04/12/demons-details-dodges-terrifying-car/100368350Motor Trend Rollout Tests - motortrend.com/features/2017-tesla-model-s-p100d-first-test-reviewTesla Plaid Tests - motortrend.com/features/tesla-model-s-plaid-test-data-analysis-milestones-recordsCar Scoops Rollout Claim - carscoops.com/2023/03/these-are-the-only-cars-that-go-sub-2-to-60-mph-like-the-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-170Motor Authority Rollout Claim - motorauthority.com/news/1139103_2023-dodge-challenger-srt-demon-170-priceEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How Opposed Piston Engines Work (In 60 Seconds) Engineering Explained 2023-03-24 | Can Opposed Piston Diesel Engines Save The Combustion Engine?Detailed Video Of Achates Power Engine - youtu.be/UF5j1DvC954Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Opposed piston engines operate similarly to two-stoke engines. When the pistons reach their respective bottoms, fresh air flows in from ports at the bottom, while exhaust is rejected through ports at the top. That fresh air is squeezed into a small pocket in the center of the cylinder as both pistons come together, where finally diesel fuel is directly injected, igniting the mixture and creating the power stroke. This pushes the pistons out, and the cycle repeats itself. This all results in an engine that is small, power dense, and quite efficient. Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How Lexus Fixed Teslas Bad Idea: Steer-By-Wire Yoke Engineering Explained 2023-03-17 | Lexus Is Going To Change Steering Forever With Their New Yoke!Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe Lexus RZ 450e has a surprising amount in common with the Tesla Model S. They're both electric, they're both all-wheel-drive, and they both offer a steering yoke! Not surprising, Lexus doesn't want to call it a yoke, because Tesla's steering yoke got so much negative feedback upon it's release, and with good reason. Lexus has overcome the Tesla's flaws, however, with a clever new design: steer-by-wire. You see, there isn't anything physically connecting the steering wheel to the steering rack; all communication is electronic! Before you freak out, know that we'll deep dive into this technology in this video, answering the following five questions:1) How does steer-by-wire work?2) Why would you use steer-by-wire, and what are the advantages?3) Can you trust steer-by-wire to be safe and reliable?4) Why is Tesla's steering yoke a bad design?5) What drawback's does Lexus steer-by-wire system have?Enjoy the video!Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How Plasma Spray Cylinder Liners Work (In 60 Seconds) Engineering Explained 2023-03-10 | How Nissan's Brilliant Mirror Bore Cylinder Coating WorksFord's Brilliant 5.0L Mustang Engine - youtu.be/NPCi_B9hZSUSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Companies like Nissan and Ford use plasma spray cylinder liners, rather than traditional cast iron sleeves inside of the cylinder bore. This mirror-like coating has less friction, so it means more power, and better efficiency. These coatings are also about 10 times thinner than cast iron sleeves, about 0.2 mm thick, versus 2 mm sleeves. This saves weight, improves heat conduction for better cylinder cooling, and it means you can use larger cylinder bores with the same engine block. The process also creates an extremely durable, long last surface, hence you’ll see it used in powerful engines like with the Nissan GT-R.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How Tiny Formula 1 Engines Make 1000 HP! Engineering Explained 2023-03-03 | How F1's 1.6L V6 engines can make 1,000 horsepower at 15,000 RPM!Maserati Pre-Chamber Ignition Road Car - youtu.be/GH3TNiRERU4Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe power units in Formula 1 are capable of producing 1,000 horsepower! That's all thanks to a 1.6L 90º V6 engine paired with two electric motors, an MGU-K (Motor Generator Unit - Kinetic) and an MGU-H (Motor Generator Unit - Heat). How does such a tiny engine make so much power? The key comes down to efficiency, turbocharging, high RPM limits, and electric assist. This video will explore the layout of current Formula 1 power units, how the rules ultimately limit power through fuel flow caps, how these engines are capable of achieving extraordinary efficiencies (for combustion engines), and how much boost the turbochargers are making.References: Merc F1 Engine Facts - mercedes-amg-hpp.com/formula-1-engine-factsHow F1 Engine Works - carmagazine.co.uk/hybrid/how-f1-engine-worksHow F1 Engine Works - youtu.be/l2b4edxCClc2014 F1 Leaflet - fia.com/sites/default/files/publication/file/FIA%20F1%20Power%20Unit%20leaflet.pdf2023 F1 Tech Regs - fia.com/sites/default/files/fia_2023_formula_1_technical_regulations_-_issue_1_-_2022-06-29.pdfMerc 50% Efficiency - youtu.be/rGDJqTDXgtgLean Pre-Chamber Ignition Study - sae.org/publications/technical-papers/content/2019-24-0104Cool Guy LinkedIn - linkedin.com/in/cedric-libert-168b3583Mahle Jet Ignition - mahle-powertrain.com/en/experience/mahle-jet-ignition99% Fuel Claim - shell.com/inside-energy/fuelling-scuderia-ferrari-into-a-new-era-for-f1.htmlMerc Engine Efficiency - mercedes-amg-hpp.com/the-most-powerful-f1-mercedes-everEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Bugattis Insane Golf Ball Roof Explained Engineering Explained 2023-02-24 | The Bugatti Bolide Uses Genius Aerodynamics On The Roof Scoop!How Porsche Implemented Golf Ball Aero - youtu.be/tuwM8wU18xMSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7On the roof of the Bugatti Bolide is a morphable skin. At low car speeds, the roof scoop remains smooth. At higher speeds, dimples bulge out, improving aerodynamics! The idea is much like a golf ball - a smooth ball has the airflow detach early and creates a large wake. A dimpled ball creates many turbulent air pockets, which allow the flow to detach later, reducing the wake. On the Bugatti, the dimples poke out instead of in, but the effect is similar. As the car reaches higher speeds, each of the 60 dimples create a 10mm bulge!Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Mazda Brought Back The Rotary Engine! Engineering Explained 2023-02-17 | The Wankel Rotary Engine Is Back In Production Thanks To Mazda!How Rotary Engines Work - youtu.be/Ny4-Jc_qW60Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoFrom Mazda:"With the discontinuation of the RX-8, Mazda ended mass-production of the rotary engine in June 2012. Today, some 10 years later, the rotary engine is making a comeback. This new rotary engine has been adapted to meet the needs of our times and is now being used to generate power rather than as a drive unit.While the 13B Renesis engine used on the RX-8 was a 654 cm3 two-rotor engine, the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV uses an 830 cm3 single rotor format for the rotary engine generator. With a 120 mm generating radius (R) and 76 mm rotor width, its compact size enables coaxial placement and integration with the electric motor, decelerator and generator to achieve a unit with an overall width of less than 840 mm that fits on the same body frame as the MX-30 BEV. We also successfully reduced the weight of the engine by over 15 kg by using aluminium for the side housing section of the engine structure instead of the iron used on the Renesis engine.The main contributor to increasing fuel economy and reducing emissions on the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV rotary engine was the use of direct fuel injection. When fuel is injected into the ports on a conventional rotary engine, a lot of the air-fuel mixture ends up at the back of the combustion chamber, not fully combusting and eventually being expelled as unburned gas. This has a negative effect on both fuel economy and engine output.The rotary engine on the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV uses direct fuel injection, making it possible to distribute the air-fuel mixture to the main combustion area and achieve more efficient combustion. Additionally, direct fuel injection atomises the fuel at the time of injection making it possible to sufficiently vaporise fuel even at lower temperatures. This also helps prevent the injection of excess fuel.The engine also adopts an exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system to improve fuel efficiency. Adding an EGR system that operates mostly at low rpm and low loads improves fuel economy by preventing cooling loss caused by rotary engine combustion chambers having a greater surface area than those of a reciprocating engine.Apex seals are attached to the tip of each rotor to ensure the combustion chambers are airtight. For the MX-30 e-Skyactiv R-EV, we increased the width of these seals to 2.5 mm to improve wear resistance. We also changed the plating on the trochoid surface inside the housing to reduce wear and frictional resistance. For the sides of the housing, we use aluminium for the surface of the side housing and have added high velocity oxygen fuel coating to add a ceramic coating which also reduces wear and frictional resistance."Related Videos:Why The Rotary Engine Died - youtu.be/v3uGJGzUYCIMazda's Hydrogen Rotary Engine - youtu.be/U-n5L0cXcpgReferences:MX-30 Press Kit - eu.mazda-press.com/forms/login-form/?ReturnUrl=%2fnews%2f2023%2fmazda-reveals-mazda-mx-30-e-skyactiv-r-ev-in-europe%2fRX-8 Press Kit - newsroom.mazda.com/en/cars/1123/index.html?tab=tab3&pagenum=1BMW i3 Press Kit - bmwusanews.com/newsrelease.do?id=1766&VVT Study - doi.org/10.1016/S0360-5442(02)00022-1Rotary Engine Intake Timing Study - doi.org/10.2298/TSCI180504058ZMazda Patent - patents.google.com/patent/US20220381190A1/en?oq=US+2022%2f0381190+AIHat Tips:Mazda VVT Patent - carbuzz.com/news/mazdas-new-rotary-engine-variable-valve-timing-is-weirder-than-the-wankel-itselfMX-30 R-EV Background - greencarreports.com/news/1138444_mazda-mx-30-r-ev-is-a-plug-in-puzzle-americans-might-not-getEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Why Power Shifting Is A Terrible Idea Engineering Explained 2023-02-10 | How Power Shifting Can Damage Your Manual Transmission CarHow To Power Shift Correctly - youtu.be/1U_w_yGNpYQSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Power shifting is just like regular shifting in a manual transmission, but you never lift your foot off the gas pedal - clutch goes in and out, while your right foot remains planted and the gear shift is executed. The problem is if you keep the gas pedal down while shifting, your engine RPM goes up, but your transmission wants a lower RPM, so this discrepancy is handled by the clutch, creating a shock load within the system. But you can design your way out of this, watch to learn more!Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Subaru WRX Proves Everyone Wrong About CVT Transmissions Engineering Explained 2023-02-03 | Don't Listen To The Haters, They're Wrong About CVT Transmissions!Why CVTs Are The Fastest Transmission - youtu.be/cb6rIZfCuHISubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe 2022 Subaru WRX continues to offer two transmission choices which have been available in the WRX since 2015: a conventional 6-speed manual transmission, and a continuously variable transmission which Subaru calls the "Subaru Performance Transmission," likely intentionally avoiding the dreaded three letter acronym "CVT." You see, CVT is a deal break for enthusiast; they claim it's trash, that it can't perform well and it feels like a rubber band. Well, Subaru would like to have a word. In this video we'll discuss what's the best transmission choice, and why for an automatic, the CVT is just fine - in fact fantastic - as it's used in the WRX. We'll compare the CVT to the advantages of a Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) and see how it stacks up. Warning: you may like the results, but they're accurate.Engineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
The Most Efficient Car Ever Created? Mercedes EQXX Engineering Explained 2023-01-20 | What is the limit on efficiency for cars? How low can energy consumption go?!Subscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoThe Mercedes EQXX is the most efficient car Mercedes has ever created, and set out to achieve 1,000 kilometers on a single charge of a 100 kWh battery, with a goal of the elusive 10kWh/100km energy consumption benchmark. They did this by optimizing everything about the car for efficiency: aerodynamics, weight, rolling resistance, and powertrain efficiency. It even has some solar panels for a little extra juice! Were they able to achieve nearly double the range of today's EVs? Mercedes EQXX AssumptionsFor the energy consumption vs speed plot (flat ground, constant speed) an assumption is made for the electrical consumption of the vehicle at 250W. This value was chosen because Mercedes claims the solar setup on the EQXX is capable of generating (rough average) 25 km of range in a day. With an efficiency of 8.3kWh/100km, and knowing we get 25 km of range in a day from solar, we can divide 8.3kWh by 4 (25km = 1/4 of 100km) giving us a daily production of around 2 kWh from the solar system. Let’s assume 8 hours of good daylight, so 2kWh/8hr = 250W. Mercedes also told me there were times the solar output exceeded the overall system energy required, meaning at times the system was operating under (the assumed) 250W solar output.References:Highest EV MPG - fueleconomy.gov/feg/topten.jsp?year=all&action=AllYearsHighest ICE MPG - fueleconomy.gov/feg/topten.jsp?year=all&action=ExEvsPhevsTesla Model S Stats - dis.epa.gov/otaqpub/display_file.jsp?docid=54291&flag=1EQXX Tire Crr - media.mbusa.com/releases/mercedes-benz-vision-eqxx-demonstrates-its-world-beating-efficiency-in-real-world-driving-over-1000-km-on-one-battery-charge-and-average-consumption-of-87-kwh100-km1200 km EQXX - media.mercedes-benz.com/article/7ff22683-8864-43a7-a26a-e89107251055Frontal Area Estimates - tesla.com/sites/default/files/blog_attachments/the-slipperiest-car-on-the-road.pdfVehicle Efficiency Video - youtu.be/WXiiB7yzxGAEnergy Consumption Plot - researchgate.net/publication/350853224_Numerical_Energy_Analysis_of_In-wheel_Motor_Driven_Autonomous_Electric_VehiclesEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
Does The Tesla Semi Make Any Sense? Part 2! Engineering Explained 2023-01-06 | With the latest details released on Tesla Semi, does it still hold up?Does The Tesla Semi Make Any Sense? Part 1 - youtu.be/Uv44W7xa4IUSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoNow that Pepsi has taken delivery of 36 Tesla Semis, with plans for 100 through 2023, we have a few more details about Tesla's Class 8 truck offering. We'll see which claims hold up, and which don't, diving into the battery capacity, range, and weight. Does the Tesla Semi make any sense?We'll look at eight major aspects:1. What is the battery capacity?2. Tesla's 500 mile test drive.3. What is the real world range?4. How far do Class 8 trucks need to go?5. How much does the battery weigh?6. What is the cargo load deficit versus a diesel truck?7. What is the load capacity of the Tesla Semi?8. How much weight do Class 8 trucks need to carry?References:Transportation Energy Data Book - tedb.ornl.govPNAS Trucking Study - doi.org/10.17226/12845Class 8 Average Milage - afdc.energy.gov/data/10309Tesla EPA Filing - dis.epa.gov/otaqpub/display_file.jsp?docid=54291&flag=1Reuters/Subsidy - reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/pepsico-roll-out-100-tesla-semis-2023-exec-2022-12-16Energy Calculation - pubs.acs.org/doi/full/10.1021/acsenergylett.7b00432Trucks 7.3 mpg (pg 5-17) - tedb.ornl.govTrucks 5.3 mpg (video 1) - afdc.energy.gov/data/10310Jersey Barrier 1 - americanconcrete.com/transportation/10-jersey-barrier.htmlJersey Barrier 2 - accentbarriers.com/2020/11/11/jersey-barriers-dimensions-concrete-barricadesJersey Barrier 3 - epiccrowdcontrol.com/concrete-jersey-barricades/#:~:text=The%20most%20common%20concrete%20jersey,and%20weigh%20approximately%204%2C000%20lbsEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
How Engine Balance Shafts Work (In 60 Seconds) Engineering Explained 2022-12-30 | Let's look inside an engine to understand how balance shafts work!How Secondary Forces Work - youtu.be/gdHQ8aTfiQQSubscribe to Engineering Explained for more videos! - goo.gl/VZstk7Well, as a piston moves up and down, it creates forces that cause the engine to shake. Shaking engines aren’t desirable, so we try to remove these forces. It’s easy to understand that as the piston comes to the top and stops, it sends an upward force, called a primary force. What’s more difficult to visualize are the secondary forces, which result from the piston moving faster at the top of the cylinder, versus the bottom of the cylinder, as some nerd on the internet points out with math.Recommended Books & Car Products - http://amzn.to/2BrekJmEE Shirts! - http://bit.ly/2BHsiuoEngineering Explained is a participant in the Amazon Influencer Program.Don't forget to check out my other pages below!Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/engineeringexplainedFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/engineeringexplainedTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/jasonfenske13EE Extra: youtube.com/channel/UCsrY4q8xGPJQbQ8HPQZn6iA
