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Pop the hood of any car, and you’ll find its beating heart—the engine. But not all engines are built the same. One of the biggest differences comes down to how the cylinders are arranged. The two most common types? Inline and V-shaped engines. Whether you're eyeing a fuel-efficient sedan or a high-performance SUV made for the dunes, understanding this key difference can help make sense of how your car performs on UAE roads. What is an Inline Engine? In an inline engine, the cylinders are arranged in a single straight line, usually vertically. It’s a simpler, more compact design often used in everyday cars. Popular Cars with Inline Engines (UAE models): Toyota Corolla – Inline-4 Honda Civic – Inline-4 Hyundai Elantra – Inline-4 BMW 320i (older models) – Inline-4 or inline-6 Mercedes-Benz C 180 – Inline-4 Mazda 6 – Inline-4 Why choose an inline engine? Smooth and balanced, especially inline-6s Easier and cheaper to maintain Ideal for fuel efficiency and reliability Best suited for: D...

The idea of cars came in when horse-drawn carriages were used to move around. These carriages were made of wood, so at that time, it seemed logical that the car body and chassis be made of wood. However, metal fabrication replaced it soon and steel became the metal of choice to make the body and chassis. The famous Model T car by Ford had metal chassis in 1908 and a few years later the Dodge brothers built the first car that had an all-steel body. While steel is still widely used in the car manufacturing industry due to its strength, durability, and affordability. There are other materials also that are now used in making cars. Let's explore them, starting with steel. Steel: Steel is a versatile and essential material in car manufacturing, still used for a wide range of parts and components that contribute to the strength, durability, and safety of vehicles. Steel manufacturing has improved a lot and it’s not surprising that the steel used in various components differs in quality ...