What is a flat four? What is a boxer engine? This video will explain the benefits of a flat engine, specifically a flat four engine with horizontally opposed pistons. The main advantages of a boxer ...

If an engine has four cylinders, chances are they’re arranged in-line—unless that engine was made by Subaru, of course. A boxer-four is second only to all-wheel drive as a Subaru calling card. But the ...

View post: Lego Paid Tribute to an Iconic Ford Race Car With a ‘Fun’ 793-Piece Set, and It’s on Sale for $60 at Amazon Boxer engines feature flat, opposing pistons that move in opposite directions for ...

Although Subaru didn't invent flat engines, and isn't the only automaker still using them, those motors have become a defining characteristic of the brand. (The same can be said for all-wheel drive, ...