One of the best aspects of a project build for automotive enthusiasts is the quest for improvements that will add to the vehicle in some way. There are several engine components to replace, add, or ...

Having a V8 engine does not always guarantee big power. Some, like the early 350-horsepower LS1, are tuned for drivability and usable power delivery, not necessarily outright horsepower performance.

Carburetors delivered a direct, mechanical throttle snap that modern drive-by-wire systems introduce a measurable delay before matching. The cold-start choke ritual gave drivers a hands-on ...

Car enthusiasts are always on the hunt for something new that will improve the ride in their vehicle. From the track to local city streets, a car that's reliable and equally fun to drive is a major ...

A cold air intake (CAI) and short ram intake (SRI) are both common aftermarket mods that replace the stock, restrictive air box, tubing, and air filter in a bid to add horsepower, sharpen throttle ...

Editor's Note: As inanimate as intake manifolds may appear, they provide a path to both major and minor on-track power gains. Selection is one thing; "tuning" them to specific applications is a blend ...