How an outdated pushrod engine became GM’s legendary LS V8

What we refer to today as the LS family of engines usually refers to the third and fourth generations of Chevrolet’s ...
TopSpeed

Engine Tear-Down Reveals What Makes The Chevy LS7 Crate Engine So Special

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 ...
SlashGear

Every Truck Powered By A General Motors LS V8 Engine

General Motors' LS crate engine is a series of popular V8 engines (and recently V6 engines) that punch well above their weight class. While these motors are small, they can deliver far more ...
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The Best Bang For Your Buck V8 Crate Engine You Can Buy

What is the best bang-for-buck V-8 crate engine you can buy in 2024? The correct answer is Chevy's tried and true swap platform, the “Gen IV” 6.2-liter LS3 V-8 engine. Why the LS3 when there are ...
Jalopnik

Why Do LS Engines Have Steam Tubes?

When the all-new fifth-generation Chevrolet Corvette had its premiere in 1997, it packed a likewise all-new LS1 V8 engine making 345 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque — which was enough to ...
SlashGear

GM's LSX Vs. LS7 Engine: What's The Difference?

When it comes to engine swaps, there might not be one that's more popular than the LS swap. This is in large part due to the easy availability of them, but they are also good performers. The LS7 and ...