Dr Jiulin Teng

Welcome! I am Dr Jiulin Teng. Over the years, I have developed insights into a number of issues of popular interest. A photography enthusiast, I have also captured photos of places and people that tell stories. This website is dedicated to my thoughts and my photos.
Dr Jiulin Teng
Cover for post Zhongshan 202601
31 Jan 2026
Zhongshan 202601
These photos were taken in Zhongshan during Janguary 2026.
Cover for post Exterior Styling of a V12 GT—My Car Company 10
31 Jan 2026
Exterior Styling of a V12 GT—My Car Company 10
Previously, I have covered the engine, the drivetrain, and the chassis of the mid-size grand tourer that I would build, Type 1. Today, let us move onto the exterior styling.
Cover for post Chassis and Suspension of a V12 GT—My Car Company 09
29 Jan 2026
Chassis and Suspension of a V12 GT—My Car Company 09
Previously, I have covered the engine and the drivetrain of the mid-size grand tourer that I would build, Type 1. Today, let us move onto its chassis and suspension.
Cover for post Transmission and Drivetrain Layout of a V12 GT—My Car Company 08
25 Jan 2026
Transmission and Drivetrain Layout of a V12 GT—My Car Company 08
Today, let us move onto the transmission as well as the drivetrain layout of Type 1, my mid-size superlight grand tourer.
Cover for post Zhuhai 202601
24 Jan 2026
Zhuhai 202601
These photos were taken in January 2026 in Zhuhai.
Cover for post Designing the Fuelling, Cooling, and Accessories for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 07
23 Jan 2026
Designing the Fuelling, Cooling, and Accessories for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 07
Previously, I have delved into the short-block, cylinder head, and intake / exhaust systems of the 3L NA V12 PC301. Today, let us round out the deep dive with fuelling, cooling, and accessories.
Cover for post Designing the Intake and Exhaust for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 06
21 Jan 2026
Designing the Intake and Exhaust for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 06
Previously, I have discussed the design of the long block of the 3L naturally-aspirated V12 that I would build. Today, let us delve into the intake and exhaust systems.
Cover for post Designing the Cylinder Head for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 05
19 Jan 2026
Designing the Cylinder Head for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 05
Previously, I have explained the reasoning behind the design of the bottom-end of the 3L naturally-aspirated V12 that I would build. Today, let us move on to the cylinder head.
Cover for post Designing the Rotating Assembly for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 04
16 Jan 2026
Designing the Rotating Assembly for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 04
Today, let us move on to the rotating assembly of the 3L naturally-aspirated V12 engine that I would build if I had a car company.
Cover for post Designing the Engine Block for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 03
14 Jan 2026
Designing the Engine Block for a 3L NA 11.5k-rpm V12—If I Had a Car Company 03
Previously, I laid out the specifications of the PC301, 3L naturally-aspirated V12 engine that I would build if I had a car company. Today, let us delve into the details of the engine block.
Cover for post Designing the 3.0L NA 11.5k-rpm V12 Engine—If I Had a Car Company 02
12 Jan 2026
Designing the 3.0L NA 11.5k-rpm V12 Engine—If I Had a Car Company 02
As promised previously, today I lay out the specifications of the 3.0L NA V12 engine that I would build if I had a car company for the working enthusiasts.
Cover for post A New Automaker for Working Car Enthusiasts—If I Have a Car Company 01
10 Jan 2026
A New Automaker for Working Car Enthusiasts—If I Have a Car Company 01
What I would do if I had a car company today? This article talks about my motivations, the types of cars that I want to build, and what value this exercise brings to my readers.
Cover for post Jiangmen 202601
08 Jan 2026
Jiangmen 202601
These photos were taken in early January 2026 in Jiangmen.
Cover for post Ford 10R–GM 10L 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Deep Dive (10R80 / 10L80 and variants)
07 Jan 2026
Ford 10R–GM 10L 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Deep Dive (10R80 / 10L80 and variants)
The Ford-GM 10-speed is an evolution of the ZF 8HP that doubles down on the original’s gear train design and philosophy. Today, let us analyze its advantages and trade-offs and delve into how its gear train works.
Cover for post Toyota / Aisin AWR10L65 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Deep Dive (AGA0 /AJA0)
04 Jan 2026
Toyota / Aisin AWR10L65 10-Speed Automatic Transmission Deep Dive (AGA0 /AJA0)
The Toyota–Aisin 10-speed automatic transmission combines lessons from the Aisin 8-speed and ZF 8HP into one of the more compelling, elegant designs. Today, let us analyze its advantages and trade-offs and delve into how its gear train works.
Cover for post Zhongshan 202512
02 Jan 2026
Zhongshan 202512
These photos were taken during the month of December 2025.