Volkswagen Group's W12 engine was one of the most complex powertrains to ever be put into a vehicle. There's a reason why you'd probably want to steer clear of one of these things if you find them ...

Even though Audi was the first to use the Volkswagen Group's long-running W12 engine in the D2-series A8 back in 2001 , said powerplant is obviously associated with Bentley. First used by the British ...

View post: What Would Santa Drive? The Ultimate Holiday Car Question Measuring approximately 17.5 feet long, the 2011 Audi A8 L W12 is certainly quite grandioso. And while the 500-horsepower ...

Bentley provided flights from Barcelona to Washington and accommodation so Ars could drive the Continental GT Speed. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. BARCELONA—The days of big engines are ...

LONDON -- Bentley will stop production of its 12-cylinder engine next year as the brand shifts to selling electric cars. "The time has come to retire this now-iconic powertrain as we take strides ...

Automakers used to turn to big engines to power their flagship models, giving them the performance and gravitas expected of a top-tier automobile. However, times change, and the twin threats of new ...