The story behind the legendary LS7 V8, the last big-displacement engine before emissions rules changed the game.

The Chevy 5.3 liter Gen III engine was installed in thousands of pickups and vans from 1999 through 2007. The majority of them were the RPO LM7 / VIN T engine with the cast iron block, but there were ...

Choosing the right motor for your project car just got a little easier thanks to Chevy’s latest line of LS Long Block engines, the details of which are highlighted in the following brief video summary ...

When it comes to the Chevrolet LS family of engines, it’s hard to impress anyone anymore. With many builders easily able to pump out 1,000-plus horsepower from the forced-induction LS V8 engine ...

Have you ever wondered why GM, Ford, and Chrysler converted from distributors to distributorless ignition systems (DIS)? Sure, they eliminated the whirling mechanical device that spins a rotor that ...

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 ...

Here are the latest products to help you swap an LS motor into your classic Chevy. Back in 2009 when LS swaps were gaining ground, we had Mike Copeland write an in-depth story on the things you need ...

A 2002 Chevrolet S-10 with a 5.3-liter LS V8 conversion is offered for $17,900 as a clean, well-executed custom.

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 ...

Chevy's LS motors are nigh-on legendary at this point. Compact and versatile despite their meaty power and torque, they're the perfect small-block engine to throw in just about any chassis if you want ...

The Chevy LS V-8 engine has become the de facto engine swapsuggestion for anyone seeking to add power to their existing platform, regardless of where the original vehicle might have been built or how ...

The term Vortec signals that a Chevy engine is using Vortex technology, which employs a circular motion within the cylinder ...