I've yet to plan any exciting automotive adventures for 2025, but I have at least two big adventures in mind. One would be my local JDM-enthusiast track gathering, and the other would be a trip to ...

Owning a classic car, truck, or SUV is a largely joyful experience, but there are definite pitfalls that come with the territory. Having a vehicle that is decades old in your driveway or garage often ...

The 5.3-liter V8 Ecotec3 might seem like the stepchild of the General Motors family, especially with the LS series of engines around, but it's a winner in its own right. This naturally aspirated ...

An engine swap is a complex automotive repair job. It can be an excellent DIY project and a great way to learn more about how cars work while developing your mechanic skills. However, it's also highly ...

If you've been paying attention, it should come as no surprise that we love a nicely completed engine swap. A rite of passage for any many DIY car enthusiasts, the art of swapping can bring about just ...

In previous installments of the Magnum Manifesto series (Aug./Sept. '98), we introduced Chrysler Jeep-Truck Engineering's Magnum V-8s. We reviewed the major features of the 360-cubic inch (5.9L) small ...

General Motors introduced the 5.3-liter Vortec V8 back in 1999 and kept it in production for 15 years. Over that time, it became one of the most popular small-block engines in GM's lineup, offering ...

Starting around 1998, I spent at least two to three hours a day playing computer games. By 2003, I was up to six or seven during the holidays. My dad used to say, "You can't make a living playing ...