British sports-car owners expect to see oil spots on their concrete. Like fast food and cholesterol, this comes with the territory. Fortunately, American engine-sealing technology makes newer Detroit ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

GM introduced the small-block V8 engine architecture in the mid 1950s. Continuously improved over the next four decades, the biggest of the Big Three in Detroit had to replace the venerable powerplant ...

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 ...