Big-block engines have always traded on mythology as much as on dyno sheets, yet some of the most imposing cast-iron V8s deliver surprisingly modest output once you look past the badge. When I line up ...

With thousand-horsepower production cars—both gas-powered and electric—hitting the streets in significant numbers, some hot rodders have been left scratching their beards about what to do, making this ...

There was a time in American muscle car culture when the Big Block V8 was the king of engines. The bigger the displacement, ...

Three and a half years of engineering have brought this beast to life with direct injection, variable valve timing, and way ...

In the '60s, America developed some cool, advanced engines, such as Pontiac's overhead cam inline-6 or the jet-turbine in the Chrysler Turbine Car. Still, when push comes to shove, our first love is a ...

Produced during the short-lived but exciting era when muscle cars reigned supreme, these high-horsepower motors ran their way to legendary status one quarter mile at a time. The muscle car era started ...

The features and specs of the Chevy 572 big block crate engine, a street-legal powerhouse that delivers insane power for your ...

The Big Block motor that spearheaded the muscle car era. We dive into the details behind this impressive engine and its legacy. Debuted in 1970, the Chevy 454 Big Block became iconic for power and ...

Automakers employ teams of automotive engineers and engine design specialists to create the best automobiles for various purposes. Engine designs intended to make big power range from the familiar V ...

The last few years have seen a change in the performance aftermarket as more manufacturers move to a direct-to-consumer sales model. As an understandable reaction, some of the largest online retailers ...

The world's first 8.1L big-block C8 Corvette is now driving on public roads as builder Larry Hofer nears completion of his ...

According to Chevrolet Performance, the LS9 long block has been discontinued as GM prepares to debut a serious new V8 crate engine. "Something BIG" is how Chevrolet Performance describes the newcomer, ...