I've been testing, reviewing, and writing about cars for over a decade and I can confidently say that many of my favorite engines are V8s. While they might not be the most efficient powertrains on the ...

A class action lawsuit filed against GM over alleged faulty lifters in certain V8 engines has still not received class action ...

As the industry pivots toward electrification and downsized engines, a handful of modern V8 cars are quietly positioning themselves as tomorrow’s most coveted collectibles. Limited production, ...

In a 180-degree turn from the truck brand’s decision to discontinue the HEMI V8 in the Ram 1500, Ram is bringing the 5.7L V8 back to its best-selling truck’s options list for the 2026 model year. This ...

V8 engines and Mercedes-Benz go together like peanut butter and jelly—less for utility, more for pleasure. Despite turbocharging and emissions regulations turning the heat up, you can still walk into ...

From simple design to proven performance, here’s why the naturally-aspirated V8 engine continues to earn a reputation for reliability. Naturally-aspirated V8s are simple, reliable engines with fewer ...

It didn’t take long for General Motors to go from announcing a massive recall to facing a class action lawsuit. Just a few weeks after GM recalled nearly 600,000 trucks and SUVs in the States due to ...

After years of downsizing and hybrid experiments, Mercedes-AMG is officially bringing back the V8 engine, adding its name to the list of brands still selling V8-powered cars. But it's not an ...

The sounds of the automotive world are as diverse as the cars from which they emanate, with certain engine notes being almost instantly identifiable. For instance, there's no mistaking the deep, ...

The V8 is famous for that low, gravelly rumble it has, announcing its presence to all the lesser engines nearby as soon as the ignition hits. In most versions of the engine – such as those found in ...

V8 engines are rapidly disappearing due to stricter emissions and hybrid/EV adoption. By 2026, V8s remain mainly in performance cars, luxury SUVs, and powerful trucks. The V8 survives as a specialty ...

John Neff is a veteran automotive journalist with over two decades of experience leading major outlets such as Autoblog and Motor1. Beginning his career as Editor-in-Chief of Speed, Style & Sound, he ...