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Sometimes with the hustle and bustle of life, we forget to have a little bit of fun. Anyone who is obsessed with cars or engineering will love this enjoyable model kit that allows you to build your ...

Super Duty Ford pickups offer a choice between gasoline and diesel engines. The 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine provides more towing power than either gas engine from Ford. But not everyone can ...

It’s “the perfect gift for anyone interested in engineering.” While mechanical proficiency is valuable at any age, dipping your toe into the automotive field can seem intimidating. The barrier of ...

As General Motors prepares to launch its Gen 6 Small Block V8 engine family in conjunction with its next-gen light-duty pickup trucks, GM Authority has been bust serving up a variety of critical ...

Toyota is about to launch a new supercar—instead of opting for a downsized engine, it will be powered by an all-new twin-turbocharged V8, one that will be shared with Lexus as well. Toyota’s ...

What happens when you shoehorn a Godzilla engine in a 1986 model year C10? Enter Jody Gunter from Gunter Specialty, the proud owner of a superb-looking Silverado with a lot more oomph than expected.

They say, "Heroes get remembered, but legends never die." Well, Toyota has had its fair share of legends when it comes to producing reliable engines. If anything, the Japanese automaker's name is ...

This precision project transforms blocks of metal into a fully detailed mini V8 engine. From milling the cylinder heads to turning the crankshaft, each piece showcases careful craftsmanship and tight ...

Craig has worked in automotive media for nearly 20 years, producing content for publications ranging from Autoline and AutoGuide to Roadshow by CNET and EV Pulse. Aside from writing, he’s also ...