What exactly is an LS swap, and why are these conversions so popular in the gearhead community? One of the most common engine ...

It all started with the LS1 in the then-stupendous '97 Corvette. The engine was like nothing we'd seen before with all the go-fast theories applied from the factory. The problem, if you could call it ...

LS engine swaps have been popular since the '90s, but picking the perfect car can be a chore. Here's some classic cars that ...

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 ...

Back in 2009 when LS swaps were gaining ground, we had Mike Copeland write an in-depth story on the things you need to consider when swapping in an LS engine into a vintage muscle car. Mike was the ...

The venerable LS engine swap is a meme for one very good reason – the LS V8 is a great engine. With its relatively low weight, compact size, big power potential, and a seemingly endless supply of ...

There’s an almost famous hashtag that simply states #LSSwapEverything. Similar thoughts like LS swap the world and simply LS swap make it clear throughout social media that the Chevrolet LS motor is ...

Crate engines are great because they provide the sort of instant gratification that's hard to come by in our hot-rodding hobby. It gives someone without the skills or tools to build their own ...

Chevrolet's small-block V-8 engine family is a popular swap candidate for virtually any shadetree performance car build because of its ubiquity and compact, lightweight nature. Wanna shoehorn a V-8 ...

Owning a classic car, truck, or SUV is a largely joyful experience, but there are definite pitfalls that come with the ...