You may have heard the word “HEMI” uttered often around the automobile world, but unless you’re a connoisseur of cars, you may not be entirely familiar with what it is.
In short, a HEMI is a type of engine; and a glorious one, at that.
It is cylindrical in shape, hence the name “Hemi” – short for “hemisphere”. This type of engine was first used in passenger cars, and gained their fame for their impressive horsepower. Over time, these engines became synonymous with ruggedness, and such it has remained for decades.
Benefits of HEMI
When you’re talking HEMI, you’re talkin’ power!
These engines are built differently by sheer design, meaning they do things your typical engine simply can’t. For instance, their hemispherical head reduces imbalances in fuel’s temperature. This helps in a faster loss of heat, which means good news for your engine. HEMIs also boast larger valves allows for more efficient airflow, which helps your engine.
Some of today’s top models boast HEMI engines, rendering them forces to be reckoned with on the road. In fact, a variety of brands, like Fiat and Alpha Romeo, have been incorporating HEMIs into their designs for more than 50 years. Much like the brands themselves, the reliability of the HEMI has stood the test of time. While not everyone will benefit from the boost of a HEMI, there’s no denying they’re good for a sweet ride.
World’s Fastest Car?
In fact, it’s said that the world’s fastest car runs off a HEMI, but are we really surprised? The powerful Dodge Demon is said to churn out an insane 840 horsepower, courtesy of a supercharged 6.2-liter HEMI Demon V-8. It’s so fast, this car shuns passenger seats in leiu of speed. Be on the lookout for this bad boy in the coming months. But if you simply can’t wait, there’s the less-speedy but still powerful Dodge Hellcat.
The good news? Your local Payne Auto dealership is home to a wide variety of HEMI-powered cars and trucks. Ideal for navigating that rugged South Texas terrain, these powerful cars and trucks will take you where you need to go, and look good while doing it.
Are you in the market for a new or used car or truck? Ed Payne car dealerships has them. Stop by one of our Valleywide dealerships to view our latest selection of models from brands like Chevrolet, Ford, Fiat, Mitsubishi, Dodge and more! Or contact us to schedule a maintenance appointment with our skilled repairs staff.
