Its longevity, simplicity, and resilience have made it a legend. Chevrolet's LS V8, not BMW's inline-six, is America's true ...
The 5 most reliable engines that can take you on a million-mile journey. From Toyota to Cummins, these powerhouses have ...
The LS1 has been pulled from the C5 Corvette, and the real work begins now. In this video, we remove the heart of the car and begin preparing it for a complete overhaul. From disconnecting wiring and ...
Compare plans tailored to your car & budget. Engine repairs aren’t cheap, but there is good news: You may not need an entirely new engine — just a repair. Even if you do need a new engine, it may be ...
It’s time! After teardown and planning, the Corvette C5 engine rebuild officially begins. In this video, I walk through the process of refreshing the LS1 short block—prepping it for performance and ...
As a car enthusiast working within a tight budget, I have a deep appreciation for junkyards. Not just any junkyard, though it has to be one where you can pull your own parts. Fortunately, here in the ...
Over the course of automotive history, certain engines have stood out not just for performance or innovation, but for sheer reliability. From daily drivers to heavy-duty workhorses, these powerplants ...
There are no two ways about it, General Motors' LS1 V8 engine is an automotive icon. The raw American motor has been ripping up drag strips and terrorizing neighborhoods for almost three decades now ...
Chevrolet introduced the legendary LS V8 engine to the world way back in 1997 as the engine powering the new C5 Corvette. That first engine, the LS1, was a 5.7 liter, aluminum block, pushrod V8 that, ...
Actively reporting, writing, and editing on automotive news and since 2021, Dave has brought his acerbic wit and love of European car culture to brands such as HotCars, CarBuzz,and TopSpeed.
Owning a classic car, truck, or SUV is a largely joyful experience, but there are definite pitfalls that come with the territory. Having a vehicle that is decades old in your driveway or garage often ...
Engine swaps open up a lot of possibilities for project car builders. One of the most common engine swaps to see is the LS swap, with everyone from drift car builders to drag racers opting to use GM's ...