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Automotive systems, opened up

Engines, turbochargers and drivetrain parts cut open and explained part by part, so you can follow every spark, stroke and spin of a gear.

How a Four-Stroke Engine Works
Intake, compression, power and exhaust, with a cylinder-head cutaway.
How a Single-Cylinder Engine Works
One piston through intake, compression, power and exhaust, with crankshaft and flywheel.
How a Turbocharger Works
Exhaust gas spins a turbine that drives a compressor to force in more air.
How a Car Differential Works
Gear spider letting wheels turn at different speeds through a corner.