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Set to debut in a new 1.6-liter 4-cylinder Smartstream turbo engine, Hyundai's new valve tech is able to continuously change the duration of valve openings to suit driving conditions, which Hyundai ...

It's very easy to make fun of 1980s Maserati today. Its cars from this time haven't aged well, with styling that's a bit too 1980s and a reputation for less-than-stellar reliability. But at the time, ...

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You all know Koenigsegg (hopefully), but most of you have probably not heard about its sister company, Freevalve. Well, prepare to be blown away, because they have unveiled a production specification ...