If you love the sounds and smells of an internal combustion engine but don't want to get a car to experience one, you could buy a mini engine kit and build a scaled-down example as the main feature of ...

One shopper called the Playz combustion engine kit “the perfect gift for anyone interested in engineering.” Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one ...

Autoblog aims to feature only the best products and services. If you buy something via one of our links, we may earn a commission. While mechanical proficiency is valuable at any age, dipping your toe ...

Finding an old Mini that hasn’t been modified to some extent has become easier said than done, as customization is the name of the game in the enthusiast community. But while some owners settle for ...

After our V-8 conversion guide and the buildup of the 350-cid crate motor at Joe Sherman Racing, we figured it was time to stop teasing you, put the finishing touches on our small-block, and swap it ...

There are many advantages to using electric motors in tools, including high-levels of torque, lightweight designs, and relatively quiet operation. But if you miss the deafening roar of a gas-powered ...

Steve from Australia built himself a Honda VTEC-powered classic Mini a few years back and was proud of the job he’d done. However, it was a bit of a torque-steering monster and wasn’t great to drive.