What Did the World’s Four Most Durable Engines Have in Common—and Why Were They Discontinued?
There was a time when far more cars could rack up a million miles, and that’s simply a fact.
The Mistake That Can Damage Your Engine: When You Shouldn’t Shut Your Car Off Immediately
Giving your engine a little time to cool down after a hard drive can help prevent expensive repairs and premature wear.
“Underpowered”: 4 U.S. Engines With Terrible Specific Power Output
Huge, many cylinders, powerful. That is the image that comes to mind when you hear the phrase “American engine.” Yet the U.S. also produced plenty of underpowered engines.
The GM LS/LT Engine Family: The Simple Formula Nobody Has Managed to Recreate
The LS is celebrated as blue-collar American muscle, but its real genius is an engineering masterpiece built around simplicity.
Engine Warm-Up in Summer: How Long Do Modern Cars Really Need?
Can you — and should you — warm up your engine in summer? A service expert gives a clear answer.
American Engines: The Legendary HEMI
To the average person with no interest in cars, HEMI is nothing more than four letters of the Latin alphabet.
The 5 Most Powerful Engines Ever Installed in American Cars
Every engine on this list became a showcase of American engineering and performance.
How the U.S. Invented an Engine That Could Travel 932 Miles on 1.3 Gallons of Gas
Everyone who believes in conspiracy theories—and that oil companies and the automotive lobby are behind everything—has reason to celebrate.
The Most Reliable American Gasoline Engines
When you think of American engines, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the classic V8s from the muscle car era.
When the Lincoln Continental Came With a BMW Diesel Engine
Lincoln briefly offered a BMW-built diesel engine, creating one of its most unusual American luxury cars ever.
Chevrolet ZL1 Engine: The True American V8
Few engines have earned as much respect from American racers and everyday enthusiasts as Chevrolet's legendary ZL1 big-block V8.
Five Legendary Engines That Have Proven They Can Go More Than 300,000 Miles
These famously durable engines have earned reputations for exceptional longevity, with many surpassing 300,000 miles on the road.
From Kerosene to Vegetable Oil: What Can You Put in a Diesel Engine—and Should You?
Diesel engines have been tested with everything from kerosene to cooking oil, but modern fuel systems leave very little room for experimentation.
The 10 Best Modern American V8 Engines
From naturally aspirated screamers to supercharged powerhouses, these American-built V8s continue to define performance and muscle.
Five Classic European Supercars Powered by American V8s
Timeless European styling paired with raw American V8 muscle. Here are five Old World supercars built during the 1960s and 1970s.