This story was originally published May 2, 2019. We love big-inch engines that make stupid amounts of power. But that’s not the real world for most people. Sure, it’s cool to aspire to a 600-plus-hp ...

Many people would argue that, with the same displacement, a small-block Chevrolet will produce less power than a big-block Chevrolet. Others might claim that the small-block's weight advantage cancels ...

While the 5.3L LS4 V8 was the first car engine to feature Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation) technology, it was not Flex Fuel capable and did not have variable valve timing. As mentioned, ...

Since the dawn of the internal combustion engine, the search for power has been paramount in internal combustion engine development and advancements over the years. Ranging in all sorts of different ...

Real-world dyno testing, of course, indicates otherwise as blower motors respond well to a variety of cam profiles that were originally designed for normally aspirated applications. The argument in ...

It all started with a bench racing session between the author and John Beck of Vintage Hot Rod Design (VHRD). The subject centered on small-block Chevys and the fact that the Gen I versions were now ...

General Motors debuted the Gen 5 L86 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8, one of the most reliable GM engines ever, in 2014 for use in various large SUV and full-size pickup truck applications. While similar to the ...

When it comes to 20th century American-made engines, Chevrolet's big block V8 motors are among the most highly regarded by automotive enthusiasts and experts alike. With their power, durability, and ...

If you're looking for a budget-friendly small-block Chevy V8 for your next pickup truck project, look no further than these five crate engines available for less than $4,000. When thinking about crate ...