(The following was written by my 11 year old son) The other day my family and I were driving on the freeway, and I was told of the myth that if you were driving on the freeway and put your car into reverse, the engine will fly out of the front of the car. Would that really happen?

No, but your transmission would not be in very good shape.

I've seen vids where engines has flown out of a car.. But those cars has been funnycars, those that runs on pure alcohol...

This was done onthe show. Watch the show more to catch a rerun for details. or pick up the DVD

It depends on the car. Most cars will not allow you to engage reverse if you are going fast enough.