When you get behind the wheel of a modern electric vehicle, the very first thing you do in many models is completely ...

Pilots follow a specific procedure to achieve two successful engine starts. This video explains the steps involved, including ...

The author asserts that aircraft engines *should* be challenging to start, arguing it provides a visceral experience, indicates flight quality, and fosters a deeper personal engagement for the pilot.

A modern jet engine is a complex mechanical wonder. However, these aren't engines that will just roar into action with the turn of a key or the press of a button. Often, turbine engines will need ...

Close up view of an electric starter on a Yamaha YZ250 - FischMoto/YouTube Most modern diesel engines already feature an electric start system. However, older engines often required manual starting ...

Rockets are conceptually rather simple: you put the pointy bit upwards and make sure that the bit that will go flamey points downwards before starting the engine(s). Yet how to start each rocket ...

Besides preventing the build-up of nasty engine sludge and premature wear, protection against cold starts is one of the main reasons why you should never skip an oil change in your gasoline or diesel ...