This 427ci sleeper is a good reason why you don’t judge an engine by the size of its block. The art of deception plays a significant role in the hot rod world. Although most enthusiasts are ...

The 460-cubic-inch big block Ford V8 is a massive engine equating to a displacement value of over 7.5 liters. For reference, ...

The 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 arrived in the middle of the horsepower wars, yet it did not rely on cubic inches to earn its reputation. Instead of chasing the biggest big block, Chevrolet built a ...

Cummins has been one of the most respected names in the diesel engine game pretty much since the moment the company began manufacturing diesel engines. And that is saying a lot, as the Indiana-based ...

ChatGPT gets access to website content to learn from it. This is how to block your content from becoming AI training data. There is concern about the lack of an easy way to opt out of having one’s ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Diesel engines, known for their great fuel efficiency, are sensitive to cold temperatures. Instead of using spark plugs, as gasoline-powered ...

Quality engine components are expensive. Especially the trick "hi-po" parts that are usually found reciprocating in a hot rod engine. That's why it's critical when assembling your engine that you get ...

Gearheads and faithful Jalopnik readers already know the basics of an engine's bore and stroke, but for those that might be new here, let's dip our toes in the shallow end. An engine's bore refers to ...

A lot of people were celebrating when white smoke over the Vatican meant there was a new pope in town -– and that included plenty of gearheads with great ideas about what the new guy should use as his ...

The Mighty Mouse made its first appearance in 1942, while Chevy's 327 debuted in 1962. But what exactly do the animated mouse and the V8 engine have in common?

How Does an Engine Work? Before digging into this significant expense, it’s important to outline how an engine works. The engine is the heart of the car, truck, or SUV. The vehicle’s full function is ...

Brian is a published author who has been writing professionally for a decade in politics and entertainment, but found his calling covering the automotive industry. His love of cars started at an early ...