If you want a fresh powerplant, nothing beats the ease and value of a new crate engine. But, since many of us always crave "just a bit more power," it's nice to know it's only a few speed parts away.

These days, opting to build a Mouse motor over an LS small-block probably means that familiarity and practicality both stepped into the boxing ring, and the former won via TKO in the 12th round. With ...

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 ...

The debate about the link between fuel and power will probably end at some point, but there is always someone who will have a different opinion on the matter. Fortunately, we live in a world where ...

To get the most power out of your hot rod or performance car, the most sensible approach may be to simply replace the engine.

There is a lot to love about crate engines, including the fact that they come assembled and ready to rock. Even crate short-blocks that require finish assembly, like ...

The engine crate market is not for the faint-hearted. It's a place where enthusiasm, power, and mechanical complexity all converge to allow car geeks to turn an empty engine bay into something special ...