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, ...

A big reason that the small-block Chevy was so popular with the Bow Tie crowd was because for decades it changed very little, making upgrades and interchangeability easy. The same can be said for the ...

One thing the automotive world isn't shy of, is LS-swapped cars. LS engine swaps have become so popular, and it makes sense too, as these V8 engines offer a tried and tested method of developing a ...

GM's LS engine is a powerhouse, thanks to great-flowing heads that enable tremendous horsepower and high-rpm performance. But while the LS is becoming a more popular swap choice for earlier, pre-C5 ...

It can be safely said GM’s all-new LS1 opened the door to a new world of technology and performance in the 1990s. It can also be accurately stated the LS family is easily the most successful V-8 in ...

Throughout its storied history, General Motors has produced its share of automobile engines that might be deemed "legendary" by gearheads the world over. But there are arguably legends even amongst ...

This is the drive behind Comp Cams new Fifty State Legal (FSL) camshaft line for the entire range of GM LS Gen III/IV V-8 engines. Thanks to Comp, there is now a 50-state-legal camshaft for almost ...

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 ...

We all know the formula: big engine plus small car equals loads of fun. It’s a combination as old as hot rodding itself. No surprise then, that the formula is still in use today, with modern builds ...

Late last year we showed you the insane Chevrolet Sonic rally car that had its puny little four-cylinder turbocharged engine swapped out in favor of a General Motors 6.2-liter LS3 V8. Now we have more ...

Actively reporting, writing, and editing on automotive news and since 2021, Dave has brought his acerbic wit and love of European car culture to brands such as HotCars, CarBuzz,and TopSpeed.