Iconic engines. Think Honda's K-Series, Toyota's 2JZ-GTE, McLaren F1's V12, to name a few. In the last century, America has been the home of several iconic engines, from the Willys "Go-Devil" that ...

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 ...

If you just want it to work, then GM’s LS V8 engine is the way to go. With gobs of power and torque, plus bulletproof reliability, there’s a reason that “LS Swap All The Things” is a meme. Now, it ...

They're not all Toyota motors, either.

When it comes to hot rodding, the classic formula of big engine, small car is a surefire winner. Such is the case with this 1987 Alfa Romeo Milano, which boasts a meaty 408-cubic-inch LS V8 engine ...

When it was new, Lincoln dealers struggled to sell the company's LS models, with some cars remaining on the lot for two years or more. Today's Nice Price or No Dice LS V8 was one of the lucky ones to ...

There's a reason why gearheads put both LS (not to be confused with LT) and Vortec engines under the same umbrella of "LS", despite GM originally assigning them different badges. (And in case you're ...

While the smooth, conservative BMW-sourced engines in the Ineos Grenadier serve their purpose, the retro-styled off-roader hasn’t prioritized high performance. A more potent version may help the ...

Not so long ago, the V8 engine looked like an endangered species, with emissions regulations forcing car companies to downsize or electrify. There's been a remarkable turnaround of late, though, as ...

A dyno test showed dangerously low oil levels can produce a 10 percent horsepower bump in an LS V8—for one run, at least. It’s Sunday, Sunday, Sunday, and do I have an offer for you! No, it’s not ...

Mike is a UK-based automotive journalist who joined CarBuzz as a freelancer in 2026. He has previously been a staff writer at Car Throttle and held a communications role for Caffeine&Machine, and is a ...