Chevrolet’s big-block V8s have never been subtle, and few pairings spark more debate than the 396 and the 454. Both are Mark ...

From the March 1965 issue of HOT ROD: The 396ci big-block Chevy had just dropped, and we were justifiably excited by its big valves, high-flow ports, and 425 horsepower. Chevrolet’s 427 engine that ...

Back during the ‘60s, Chevrolet had a hard time making up its mind regarding the marketing strategy for the Chevelle SS 396. Given sales of the Super Sport were on the rise, the GM brand decided to ...

During the era when muscle cars reigned supreme, GM's Chevrolet division developed some of the greatest big-block V8s of all time. Follow us: Since the early 1960s, American carmakers started offering ...

The 1969 Camaro SS 396 crystallized what enthusiasts now think of as the classic big-block muscle formula, pairing brutal ...

Davies Elabha is a dedicated automotive journalist who blends technical expertise with a lifelong passion for cars. With over 200+ articles published across multiple media outlets, Davies specializes ...

First introduced in September of 1963, the Chevelle nameplate was Chevy’s answer to the growing demand for midsize models, offering everything from sensible family sedans to performance-oriented ...

[This story first appeared in the premier issue of MotorTrend Classic in 2005] If H.G. Wells Enterprises Inc. advertised time-machine test-drives tomorrow, it'd be tempting to hop in and twist the ...

The super Chevys of the world would be a lot less interesting without all the great engines that power them. Before 1955, few in the hot-rod community gave Chevys more than a passing nod, thanks to ...