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 ...

We live in an era of dwindling cylinder counts. V6 or straight-six engines are replacing V8s, and six-cylinder powerplants are being swapped with turbocharged four-cylinders. Despite the turmoil, Ford ...

Whether it's General Motors, Ford, or Chrysler (now Stellantis), all three of America's big automakers have some serious V8 power in their arsenals these days. And these engines have been used to ...

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 ...

When it comes to building your dream car, choosing the right crate engine is crucial for achieving the performance and reliability you desire. Whether you’re restoring a classic or upgrading a modern ...

Ford developed the 5.0-liter Coyote, destined to become known as one of the best V8 engines ever made, specifically for the Mustang GT. With dual overhead cams, Twin independent Variable Cam Timing ...

Ford first introduced the Coyote engine back in 2010, and in the years since, this 5.0 L modular V8 has been a constant, important part of the company's line of engines. In 2023, Ford had already ...

Instant fascination and a touch of incredulity were the two thoughts going through my mind when Ford announced its new Hypercar competing in the 2027 LMDh class would use a Coyote-derived 5.4-liter ...

Ford has revealed the Megazilla 2.0, a supercharged 7.3-liter V-8 rated at over 1,000 hp Ford said the engine is designed for competition use For street use, Ford has a new supercharged 5.0-liter V-8 ...

Ford Performance is pushing the limits of its 7.3-liter pushrod V8. The company just unveiled the Megazilla 2.0—a supercharged crate engine capable of producing 1,000 horsepower. While the naturally ...

Will joined the TopSpeed team over two and a half years ago, bringing his lifelong automotive passion, writing experience, and editorial expertise along with him. Whether classic or modern, American ...

Turnkey crate engines for kit and other project cars have grown enormously in popularity. The reasons are obviousbuilding an engine yourself can be time-consuming and laborious. In contrast, a ...