Chevrolet introduced the legendary LS V8 engine to the world way back in 1997 as the engine powering the new C5 Corvette. That first engine, the LS1, was a 5.7 liter, aluminum block, pushrod V8 that, ...

The new billet-aluminum, SML-based powerplant from Steve Morris Engines builds on the legacy of its Drag Week-winning SMX V-8. There's no denying that the LSX engine family has been hugely successful ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

It's hard to believe that General Motor's LS series of engines have been with us for 20 years. Introduced in 1997, performance enthusiasts quickly learned all this new design had to offer—these ...

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 ...

Shayne is a master when it comes to fabrication, especially when it comes to building super sweet exhaust systems, and Kory Holmes knows more about LS engines and LS engine swaps than anybody we're ...

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 ...

Hot Shot’s Secret launches Tick Fix + Protect, an oil enhancer designed to address lifter tick and valvetrain noise.