For Ford fans, the performance years of the 1960s brought one advancement after another, and that time line begins with Ford’s assault at Indy in 1963 with its DOHC V-8 based on the small-block Windsor. Meanwhile, Ford’s “big-block”—the FE engine family—which began modestly in 1958 at 332-, 352-, and 360-cubic-inch displacements—had by the time of this story grown to 427 cubes and would power Ford to wins at Le Mans in 1966 and 1967. The subject of Eric Dahlquist’s original story, the 427-ci SOHC “Cammer,” was based on the FE and showed what could be done quickly within the warrens of Ford powertrain. At the time, it was unknown whether the engine would see production in factory-built cars (it wouldn’t), but for a short time the hemi-headed cammer would please crowds in A/FX cars built by Holman & Moody and Bill Stroppe Engineering before becoming a darling in the nitro-fueled ranks in front of drivers like Don Prudhomme, Connie Kalitta, Jack Chrisman, and Don Nicholson. —Johnny Hunkins.

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Four-cylinder engines still don't have the same cachet as their bigger 6-and-8-cylinder siblings, but the auto industry is in love with them. Using a turbocharged 4-pot is an easy way to reach traditional 6- and 8-cylinder power while simultaneously reducing emissions. Although the 4-cylinder might never reach the iconic status of a V8, there are some impressive examples out there.

The Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Engine You Can Buy In 2024

There are a lot of factors that determine how much power an internal combustion engine makes, but the biggest is simply how fast it can consume fuel. This is true in both turbocharged and naturally aspirated drivetrains. While turbo or supercharged engines can get away with smaller displacements, because they force the fuel into the combustion chambers, the best way to make more ponies with air-breathers is to increase the cubic inches.

The Largest Displacement V8 Ever Put In An American Car

The V-6 engine used to be the happy medium, providing more power than a four-cylinder and better gas mileage than a V-8. Now, thanks to forced induction, V-6s can chug gas with the best of them and outperform many iconic eight-cylinders. In fact, there are cars packing V-6 engines that blow away anything with a Hemi V-8 under the hood.

10 V-6 Engines With More Horsepower Than A Hemi V-8

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, known for his prowess on the football field, made a personal announcement during a press conference on Tuesday. The three-time Super Bowl champion revealed that he and his wife, Brittany Mahomes, are expecting their third child and that this will be their last.

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Actor Clarence Williams III, best known as the super cool undercover cop Lincoln "Linc" Hayes on TV's classic crime drama, The Mod Squad, died three years ago from colon cancer at 81 years old. This is the story of a talent that lives on.

The Tragic Death of 'Mod Squad'/'Purple Rain' Actor Clarence Williams III: Three Years Later

If you want to tow a heavy load, you’ve got to drive a truck, right? Wrong. Many vans and SUVs can handle the job by pulling a loaded trailer full of equipment or materials to the job site. These vehicles are also excellent when you want to take your family out on the road and pull a travel trailer or boat to your vacation destination.

The Best Non-Truck Vehicles For Towing Big Loads

Many consider Toyota to be the pioneer of hybridization, with it being the first brand to ever introduce a mass-market gasoline-electric product to the world . It's no surprise that this historic Japanese brand enjoys some of the best-performing hybrid options in the new car market. As of the first half of 2024, there's one particular hybrid vehicle option that outsells the rest of its range by a massive margin. It may not be as popular as the all-new Honda CR-V Hybrid, but its monthly and year-to-date performance is nothing to take lightly.

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Bentley models with 12-cylinder engines will soon be a thing of the past. The Continental GT has already switched to the new hybrid setup, and so will the Flying Spur. It's the last gasp for the W-12. But don't worry, one-percenters—you'll gain all kinds of horsepower in the transition.

The New Flying Spur Will Be the Most Powerful Bentley Sedan Ever

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

With the motorcycle market as big and diverse as it is today, the concept of a turbocharged motorcycle doesn't sound very drastic. Heck, we already have a few supercharged motorcycles already in the mass market. Not to mention, fuel injection and combustion technology have improved tenfold in recent times, becoming standard practice for motorcycles of all sizes and performance levels.

This Was The First Production Turbocharged Motorcycle

In the 1960s, big-block engines were the top choice for muscle cars because they provided a lot of power by increasing engine size. However, these heavy engines made handling more difficult. By the 1970s, advancements in engine technology allowed smaller, lighter engines to deliver similar power. Here’s a look at the most powerful small-block V8 engines from the 1970s.

The Most Powerful Small Block V8 Engines of the 1970s

The IIHS Top Safety Pick+ Award has been around since 2013, and one car has outshone the rest since that time. The car that has earned this designation more than any other is the Honda Accord. Since 2013, The Accord has achieved this rating ten times since it was added by the IIHS, making it the safest car on the market. This safety designation only enhances the admirable features already included in the Accord.

The Car With The Most IIHS Top Safety Pick + Awards

Debuting with descriptors such as "mind-bending," "like a freight train," and "next level," the new 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has the chops (on paper) to be the most powerful Corvette ever assembled. Think non-electrified 1,000+ horsepower from a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter V8, a top speed of over 215 mph, plus a cool homage to the 1963 Corvette Stingray—this new sports car is out to kick supercar butt and take names.

2025 Corvette ZR1 Rips A New Top Speed With Mind-Blowing 1064 Horsepower

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

The sad truth that every car enthusiast has faced over the past decade is that the manual transmission is slowly being phased out. While there are certain cars in the market like the Honda Civic Si, Acura Integra Type S, Mazda MX-5, and some pony cars still available with a stick shift, most other models are not. Let's face it, most drivers look at driving as something to do between point A to B, while enthusiasts look at it as an experience to be enjoyed.

The Very Last Lexus To Feature A Manual Transmission

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On June 27, a pair was spotted roaming hospitals on Alton Parkway , where multiple victims reported their wallets had been stolen, according to the Irvine Police Department . The victims later found fraudulent charges on their bank accounts, including transactions at the Target on Jamboree Rd.

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While everyone expects blazing performance from a bright-red sports car, it’s those understated sleepers that’ll surprise you. And one of the most compelling of the bunch is the new Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 4Matic sedan, a distinguished but not outrageously expensive four-door family automobile that just happens to have a Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1-derived engine under the hood—one of the most powerful 2.0-liter motors in the world.

The 2024 Mercedes-Benz AMG C 43 4Matic Sedan

When it comes to driver engagement, there is nothing that compares to driving a manual transmission. While automatics may be quicker and more efficient, there is something about manual transmissions that is addictive to purists. It prioritizes fun over just about anything else, with the connection between driver and car being that little bit closer.

The Most Affordable 2024 SUV You Can Buy With A Manual Transmission

The Honda Motor Company Inc. wades back into the morass of the top-end superbike market with a new update on a proven model, the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP. Even better still, it makes it across to our side of the pond for sale in the US market post its late 2023 reveal at the EICMA. This model has an impeccable pedigree that goes back over half a century to the 1959 CB92 Benly Super Sport. But more importantly, it has plenty of contemporary podium finishes, making it one of the best-performing street-legal yet track-ready stock machines out there.

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High-revving engines like the Corvette Z06's LT6 flat-plane crank V8 provide thrilling power at 8,600 rpm. Not all sports cars reach such high redlines, but cars...

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