There’s nothing new about reinforcing a stock V-8 engine’s internals to handle more power. Aftermarket forged crankshafts, rods, and pistons have been around forever. If you know exactly what to look ...

Thomas has spent two years working in the auto journalism industry, contributing to a UK-based newspaper and writing for Euronewsweek. A full-time writer and lifelong engineering enthusiast, he now ...

Throughout its long history, Ford has produced countless vehicles and helped shape the automotive world as we know it today. In fact, it was the first automaker to mass produce cars, and they never ...

When the original Ford SVT Raptor landed in dealership lots in 2010, it came with a 5.4-liter V8 engine to fortify its hardcore off-roading design. Not long after debuting its newest heavy-duty truck, ...

The Boss 6.2 V8 is known for toughness, but lack of care left this Super Duty engine with shattered pistons and destroyed rods. Endowed with a cast-iron block, SOHC valvetrain, and featuring two spark ...