From dry-lake hot rods to modern track-day missiles, a handful of American V8s have earned near-religious status among ...
From torque gains to everyday drivability, shorty headers promise a lot for the 5.7 HEMI. Here's why this simple mod keeps ...
Not to sound like a parody of Jerry Seinfeld here, but what's the deal with all these identical-displacement V8s from different manufacturers? We've talked about the Ford 427 vs. the Chevy 427 before, ...
Oftentimes, when we think about impressive muscle cars from the golden age, legendary, big-block V8-powered models come to mind. However, that exciting era also saw the introduction of a few amazing ...
LS1 engine design highlights and basic specs, why it’s such a popular swap, and a basic timeline, from the C5 Corvette to its use in the Australian HSV heroes. The General Motors 5.7 LS1 engine was a ...
BMW is rethinking long-range power in its electric vehicles. BMW may add range-extender gas engines to large electric vehicles like the i7 and iX5. EREVs appeal to drivers wanting battery power plus ...
Ford loyalists have always known what it’s like to play second fiddle. While Chevy fans enjoy low‑cost crate engines and endless aftermarket support, Ford Windsor devotees have had to hunt a bit ...
Remember when the Ford Motor Company, General Motors, and what used to be Chrysler all offered light-duty pickup trucks with available turbo diesel oomph? Only the largest of the Detroit-based ...
In automotive nomenclature, small-block V8 engines are typically physically smaller than their big-block counterparts, hence the nickname. With some exceptions, the piston bores, stroke, cylinder head ...
With the 5.0-liter Coyote V-8 engine currently sitting on the top rung of Ford’s street-performance ladder, let’s take this look back at OG small-block power, brought about through a big-bored and ...
For many American drivers, the V8 engine represents more than raw power it’s a trusted companion for the long haul. While downsized turbo engines and hybrids are gaining popularity, the V8 still holds ...