Vortec engines have lasted for over three decades. There are reasons as to why they lasted so long, but there are also reasons as to why they fell out of favor.

Only 60 units of this limited-run Emira will reach the United States. Lotus unveils Emira Scura limited edition limited to 60 units for the US. It features dark matte grey paint, Alcantara interior ...

Some Chevy engines you should avoid include the Vega 2.3L inline-4, the 5.3L AFM Vortec from 2007 to 2014, and the 6.2L L87 ...

Chevy's 1994 S-10 SS truck swapped out the iconic 454 V8 for a 4.3L V6, shocking fans and becoming a forgotten legend.

Chevrolet's 454 SS truck hit the streets in 1990. It was powered by a massive big-block V8, delivering up to 255 hp. On sale until 1993, the 454 SS made truck fans go oooh and aaah while the oil ...

What is a V6 engine? Why do cars use V6 engines? What are the benefits of this engine layout? V6 engines are compact and rigid. This allows for versatile placement, and a strong engine. These engines ...

Chevrolet has built a reputation on engines that keep running long after expectations fade. While body styles change and technology advances, certain powerplants earn loyalty through durability, ...

Even the most ordinary new vehicles undergo a remarkable amount of testing at the hands of fastidious engineers. Take the Nissan Frontier. It’s not exactly pushing technological boundaries, but Nissan ...

What's the difference between V6 and V8 engines, and is a V8 better than a V6? As the names suggest, both engines are V-style engines, with two banks of cylinders arranged in a V shape, and which is ...

At present, General Motors’ U.S.-market portfolio offers a rather limited number of six-cylinder options. But that hasn’t always been the case – in fact, the change has really only been felt over the ...