LS engines, a staple in General Motors vehicles since their inception, incorporate steam tubes as a crucial part of their cooling systems to manage heat accumulation. These tubes have been the subject ...

ANSWERBack in 1955, you (or your grandpa) might have posed a very similar question: "Why does that new-fangled small-block Chevy make more peak power and torque at a higher rpm than my trusty Flathead ...

When the all-new fifth-generation Chevrolet Corvette had its premiere in 1997, it packed a likewise all-new LS1 V8 engine making 345 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque — which was enough to ...

As members of the fourth-generation General Motors small block engine lineup, the LSA and LS9 variants share many similarities. In addition to their rugged reliability, pushrod-operated overhead ...

Will joined the TopSpeed team over two and a half years ago, bringing his lifelong automotive passion, writing experience, and editorial expertise along with him. Whether classic or modern, American ...

BluePrint Engines has just launched its latest powerhouse, an 830 horsepower, 427 cubic inch LS-compatible crate engine that redefines reliability and raw power in the aftermarket segment. This new ...

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 ...