Choosing between aluminum and cast iron engine blocks isn't just about weight or cost. We explain what matters when big ...

The cylinder block is the foundation of any engine. It houses the crankshaft; connecting rods and pistons; camshaft; and oiling system passages. During each revolution, the block endures extreme ...

The Chevrolet ZL1 Aluminum Block V8 stands as a testament to the remarkable advancements in automotive engineering, ...

Unless you lurk around the local IHOP on certain days of the year, there ain’t nothing in this world for free. That’s particularly true when it comes to building horsepower—and as the world of LS ...

Aluminum engines aren't new at Chevrolet Engineering. They've been evaluating the possible use of aluminum production V8 engines for a number of years. However, it wasn't until 1969 that Chevy ...

The standard 2013-2014 Shelby Mustang GT500 5.8-liter V8 engine aluminum block is now available for individual purchase from Ford Racing Performance Parts. 100 pounds (45 kgs) lighter than the cast ...

During an era when a cast iron block was the main ingredient for building mass-produced internal combustion engines, General Motors' Buick division unleased an all-aluminum V8 that revolutionized the ...

"ZL1" is perhaps the most coveted RPO code in the history of Chevrolet, and for good reason. Only two documented cases exist of '69 Corvettes being produced with this legendary all-aluminum 427. (A ...

Today's automotive enthusiast can order a 500+ horsepower small-block Chevy V8 crate engine with a phone call or just a few clicks from the comfort of their home. Even better, they can choose from ...