Engine swaps are one of the timeless traditions of hot rodding. Maybe it's dropping in a small-block to replace that six-banger, or big-block instead of a Mouse. There's numerous this-for-that ...

Few engines in automotive history have achieved the kind of universal reputation the Chevrolet LS platform enjoys today. What started as a late-1990s small-block V8 update quietly evolved into the ...

The performance world is full of stories on how to bolt in a $10,000 crate LS engine into a 100-point, perfectly restored muscle car. The majority of these well-meaning stories seem to miss the mark ...

The venerable LS engine swap is a meme for one very good reason – the LS V8 is a great engine. With its relatively low weight, compact size, big power potential, and a seemingly endless supply of ...

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 ...

Auto enthusiasts love to tinker with and upgrade their vehicles, installing everything from Apple CarPlay stereos and screens to new engines and transmissions. Chevy LS-series engine swaps are popular ...

The Chevy LS V8 is one of the most ubiquitous elements in car customization. Any forum post or Facebook group thread about engine trouble usually has at least one comment along the lines of: “Just LS ...

Two engine families, one endless argument that still splits car shows down the middle.

The art of engine swapping goes all the way back to the earliest days of hot-rodding, and continues to be a staple within almost every genre of automotive customization. Whether the search is for more ...

LS1 engine design highlights and basic specs, why it’s such a popular swap, and a basic timeline, from the C5 Corvette to its use in the Australian HSV heroes. The General Motors 5.7 LS1 engine was a ...