The purpose of a cold-air intake is to find cold air in an otherwise hot under-hood environment. It can do this by drawing air from above the hood, under the front bumper or a spot inside the engine ...

Last month we started a short build series on an '85 Mercury Capri; this month we're continuing with an intake manifold and ignition system swap. To bring you up to speed, we took what was essentially ...

Why performance air intakes might be a great, low-cost investment if you’re looking for more power. Why are aftermarket air intake systems so popular? A related question might be, why replace the ...

A cold air intake can bring real benefits to your V8 engine's performance and power, delivering greater airflow and bolstered ...

If you plan to upgrade your car on a budget, most car enthusiasts often start with the engine's air intake system and a performance exhaust. Add-ons like a cold air intake or a straight pipe will let ...

Most Chevy truck enthusiasts know that improving the flow of air into the engine and reducing backpressure are sure ways to make some power. But believe it or not, this process is not as simple as it ...

I’m about to turn 36 years old and have gone through quite a few phases of car fandom. As a teen, I was all about pointless decorations and offensive exhaust volume. These days I like things a little ...

At one time the most obvious component on many "hopped up" cars and trucks was a hood scoop. The reasons given for using them included the ram air effect, a cooler air source, or they just looked ...

Whether it's a puddle under your car or a grimy mess inside your engine bay, finding engine oil where it's not supposed to be is never an enjoyable experience. Normally, oil remains contained within ...