Every pickup truckbrand has its claims to fame, but when it comes to their engines, only a few ever reach legendary status. These are the ones that quietly outlast trends, hauling and towing their way ...

You can't get much simpler than this: to create the 4.3-liter Vortec 4300 V6, Chevrolet simply removed a pair of cylinders ...

When it comes to GM engines, the Chevy small block and LS motors get most of the love and attention. But there's another Chevy engine deserving of recognition for its legacy in the world of GM trucks.

More than 1 hp per cubic inch. Mention that phrase to Chevrolet enthusiasts and you’ll probably hear about early Z/28 engines, fuel-injected 327s, and a few big-blocks. But Chevrolet has a completely ...

The popularity of various engine designs typically fades over time as technological advances provide more power, better fuel economy, or both. Flathead designs gave way to overhead valves, and inline ...

This engine builder tore down a Vortec 8100 from a 2002 Chevy Avalanche after surprisingly finding it in a scrap yard.

GM Vortec 8100 Is The Most Reliable With the Big-Block V8 Engine Ever Made (Via Chevrolet) The GM Vortec 8100 is the most reliable big-block V8 engine ever made. It has 340 horsepower and 455 lb-ft of ...