Starting engine dynamometer pulls at low rpm is hard on the dyno and hard on the engine. Today, engine dynamometer testing is an integral part of many HOT ROD engine buildups and product tests.

Real-World Showdown: We put Don Hicks' Ford 393-Cleveland Stroker Motor to the Test on Westech Performance's Engine and Chassis Dynos. The Results May Surprise You. How much power do you lose through ...

Nissan's Decherd plant runs extensive testing on VQ V6 engines including 300-hour durability runs and monthly quality checks ...

If you want to dyno test your tuner car, you can probably find a couple of good facilities in any nearby major city. If you want to do similar testing at a smaller scale, though, you might find it’s ...

The 3.8-liter V6 engine in the Nissan Frontier comes with the confidence that it has proven to be capable of handling extreme conditions without breaking a sweat. Specialists at Nissan's Decherd ...

Engine science isn’t quite a lost art, but it’s something that is much more understood than it used to be. Now, engines are incredibly talented at everything thanks to innovations in combustion ...

YardstickThere is an old adage that you don't race dynos and flow benches. Manufacturers of test equipment use different standards and test procedures that will affect the results. This brings me to ...

We put together a budget 5.7L LS engine (327 cubic inches) to show that you don't have to go broke to enjoy the benefits of an EFI-equipped LS engine in your classic Chevy. The engine ended up making ...

This video shows a Lamborghini Aventador SVJ on the dyno fitted with a catless Capristo exhaust. The footage captures the V12 engine sound during power runs. It highlights acceleration and response ...