General Motors is on the cusp of launching a new generation of its iconic Small Block V-8 engine. This next-generation powerplant, dubbed the Gen 6 Small Block V8, is set to be available in two ...

A teardown of a locked-up GM Vortec 350 reveals bent rods, destroyed bearings, a ventilated block, and why these workhorse ...

According to sources familiar with the matter, the forthcoming Gen 6 Small Block V8 powerplant may be offered in two distinct displacements, including 5.7 liters and 6.6 liters, providing a few ...

A new family of V-8 engines will soon be born at General Motors, as part of a massive development plan to keep the iconic powerplant around that includes a $854 million investment to build the motors.

A GM parts book posting reportedly found by Corvette Blogger suggests that another V-8, called LS6, is on the way. The ...

How big is one cubic inch? In physical size? Tiny, obviously. Even in terms of engine displacement, which we are about to discuss, a single cubic inch is almost nothing. It's an amount regularly ...

Nearly a dozen lawsuits filed against GM have been consolidated into a single class action. The lawsuits target the GM 6.2L V8 L87 gasoline engine, which can be found under the hood of a long list of ...

The past few years have seen General Motors (GM) introduce a fresh range of gas-fueled powertrains that deliver plenty of power and reasonable fuel economy. The 2.7-liter turbocharged L3B inline-four ...

Many people instantly think of the supercharged fifth-generation small-blocks when they hear someone mention General Motors' LT4 and LT5 engines. However, we shouldn't forget about the original LT4 ...

In an effort to help meet more restrictive emissions standards, GM launched a technology in 2005 that deactivates engine cylinders during undemanding driving scenarios. Known by both Displacement on ...