Engine technology has advanced light years since the Y-block Ford was being developed in the early-1950s. Yet, for all of the advances in casting, metallurgy, computer-aided design, tuning, and ...

Ford big-block crate engines are best considered in a historical framework. Big-block V-8 gasoline engines are a relic of the 20th century, and for this reason they are the poster child for everything ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

Did you know that Ford built the same big-block for 30 years? They're everywhere, making them a simple score for an easy 500 hp from the Ford 460. What is it about American iron that is all about ...