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The Ward's AutoWorld publication has been going for over a century, and many are likely familiar with their Ward's 10 Best Engines selection, which is published once a year. To appear on the list is a credit to an engine's reliability, performance, and design. The list includes rigorous testing and evaluation by a panel of the publication's editors who consider factors such as horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and the application of new technologies. Many iconic engines have appeared multiple times on the list since its inception in 1994.

The V8 That Won More Engine Awards Than Any Other

The 1969 Plymouth Road Runner A12 was the fastest muscle car of the 1960s, completing a quarter-mile in just 13.0 seconds. It featured a powerful 440 cubic inch (ci) V8 Six-Pack engine, a 4.10:1 rear axle, and a limited-slip differential for better performance. Another fast muscle car from the ’60s...

The Quickest Quarter-Mile Muscle Car of the 1960s: The 1969 Plymouth Road Runner A12

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The 2.3-liter Ecoboost is a small-but-mighty Ford engine that's powered Mustangs, SUVs, pickups, and more. Here's every Ford model with one under the hood.

Every Ford Model Powered By The 2.3L Ecoboost Engine

When it comes to building engines, one philosophy is that the bigger, the better. Six cylinders? Why not eight? Ten? Twelve? Another philosophy is to work smarter, not harder. If you can get supercar specs out of six cylinders, why drag the car down with all that extra aluminum and cast iron? Track records are frequently made and broken on a difference of 100 pounds of curb weight, and with how much juice you can get out of turbochargers and electric motors these days, it's no wonder some of the quickest cars in the world have some of the leanest engines.

The Highest Horsepower V6 Engine Available In 2024

Unless you’re reading this story on a GM-owned device, you’ll be waiting a while for your chance at a thrill ride in the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. GM has pulled the wraps off its 1,064-hp supercar a full year before deliveries begin so that the development team can finish its work on the aerodynamics and cooling systems without the camouflage interfering.

Watch and Listen as the 1,064-HP 2025 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Rips to 205 MPH!

V8s get a lot of attention when it comes to enthusiast cars, but the humble six-cylinder has become remarkably prevalent in an era where downsizing and turbocharging give you more power with a lower cylinder count. The six-cylinder strikes the balance between four and eight by providing a mix of an engine that can be smooth, reliable, and highly tuneable in the right scenarios. Six-cylinder engines in automotive use are typically found in four configurations:

The Most Powerful 6-Cylinder Production Engine Ever Made

A Cybertruck owner recently recounted an accident involving his electric pickup. He says an oncoming Ford Excursion hit his pickup but that his family all survived. Video shows the Ford hitting the Tesla while the Cybertruck tries to avoid the collision. The Tesla Cybertruck might get a lot of flack...

Cybertruck’s Stainless Steel Shield Shows Its Worth In Brutal Crash With Ford Excursion

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It will go on, just in a new way. Two brothers, Simeon and Eleazar from Goonzquad, recently acquired a severely wrecked 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye. The vehicle, which looked like it had just come out of a crusher, was brought to a dealership under the pretense of being rebuilt. However, the true intention is to use it as a donor car for its valuable parts.

Crashed 2020 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat Redeye Gets a Second Life

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is powered by a twin-turbocharged 1,064 horsepower V8, the most powerful ever by GM. The ZR1 is designed to be aerodynamic with a top speed of 215 mph and generate 1,200 pounds of downforce. The ZR1 boasts a distinctive visual appeal, including the iconic Split...

2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Packs 1,064 HP, Generates Over 1,000 Pounds Of Downforce

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The world of internal combustion engines holds a number of engine types and designations. Listening to a discussion between a group of motorized transportation enthusiasts (gearheads) likely sounds like some sort of code to the uninitiated without knowing the meaning of terms like HEMI, VTEC, and NISMO. Even the engine's base form is confusing with common designations like V-Twin, inline-four, straight-six, V6, and V8. Throw in V16 and the weirder-sounding W16 and it almost becomes a foreign language. We'll do our best to explain the W16 and V16.

W16 Vs. V16 Engines: What's The Difference?

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

GM is delaying the opening of its Orion Assembly EV plant until 2026, the second delay for the site that will make the Chevy Silverado EV. That move, and a decision to postpone the introduction of a Buick PHEV are down to lack of buyer interest in electrified vehicles. Ford...

GM And Ford Are Powering Down EV Plans, Will Make More ICE Cars And Trucks Instead

There is a perception that a V-patern engine is better in terms of performance and efficiency, but the reality is a straight-six has so many advantages over its V-6 cousin. An inline engine only needs one head, gets by with half the cam shafts, and is easier to cool. I-6 engines also produce more torque at lower speeds and are perfectly balanced, making them quieter with less vibrations. Most importantly, a straight-six is cheaper to manufacture.

10 Most Powerful Straight-Six Engines Ever On The U.S. Market

Today’s muscle car aficionado is well-versed on the second-generation Chrysler Hemi, which initially appeared in race form for the 1964 race season and in Street Hemi form from 1966 to 1971 in Dodge and Plymouth production cars. Because the Hemi had been in Chrysler cars from 1951 to 1958 in its original incarnation, the idea of a V-8 with hemispherical combustion chambers was not new, but as you can tell from author and publisher Ray Brock’s enthusiasm in the following cover feature from April 1964, it was nothing short of earth-shattering. —Johnny Hunkins.

Chrysler’s Second-Gen Hemi Engine Had a Seismic Impact on Hot Rodding

While Jeep, along with other Stellantis brands, dives deeper into electrification, gearheads lament the demise of the internal combustion engine muscle car, especially the iconic Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. This high-performance SUV dominated the market with its unmatched power, but sadly, the Trackhawk name hasn’t graced a Jeep since the...

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk: The Ultimate Muscle SUV

The 2024 Yamaha R1 is one of the fastest sport bikes you can buy. The R1 competes with liter bikes such as the CBR1000RR, the Kawasaki Ninja ZX-10R, and the BMW S1000RR. And like those bikes, the R1 uses racetrack technology, but comes with a license plate, turn signals, and even a rear seat. Making power for the R1 is a 998cc inline four-cylinder engine, derived from their MotoGP engine. The R1 is the top dog in the Yamaha sport bike lineup, producing 197 hp and 83 lb-ft of torque – incredibly high for a bike that weighs just 443 pounds wet.

How Fast Is The Yamaha R1? A Look At Its Top Speed And Acceleration Times

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The hit History Channel series "American Pickers" is gearing up for an exciting return to Minnesota this fall. The show's production team has announced plans to film episodes throughout the state in September 2024, offering locals a chance to showcase their unique collections and share their stories with a national audience.

"American Pickers" Set to Unearth Minnesota's Hidden Treasures

General Motors has revealed new details about the upcoming C8 Corvette ZR1, including confirmation that it will be a 2025 model year vehicle. While the official reveal is set for July 25th, the exact date buyers can expect the car to be available remains unknown. A leaked dealer email suggests...

2025 C8 Corvette ZR1: Twin-Turbo LT7 V8 Engine, Production Details, and July 25th Reveal

2025 Chevy Corvette ZR1 is the most powerful gas-powered American production car ever. ZR1’s twin-turbo LT7 V-8 uses turbos to spin up 1,064 hp. ZTK Performance Package generates more than 1,200 pounds of downforce. We expected 850 horsepower for the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. We’re getting 1,064 hp instead....

2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: King of the Hill climbs new heights

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Supercharged, Viper V10-Powered Plymouth GTX Takes SRT Back To The ’60s

There’s a supercharged, Viper V10-powered Plymouth GTX up for auction on Bring a Trailer. Classic 1969 muscle coupe also has methanol injection, a six-speed manual transmission...

Supercharged, Viper V10-Powered Plymouth GTX Takes SRT Back To The ’60s

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