Autos & Vehicles

The Ultimate Bolt-In Chevy LS3 Engine Swap – Hot Rod Garage Ep. 11

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On this episode of Hot Rod Garage, Presented by Lincoln Tech, we round out a season of El Camino upgrades with a big heart transplant. Gone is our old 383ci Small-Block and in its place is Chevrolet Performance’ LS376/525 an all-aluminum, fuel-injected, crate engine that is probably underrated at 525hp and 475 lb-ft of torque. Using parts from Hooker, Aeromotive, Holley, Gearstar, Flex-A-Lite, and Chevrolet Performance, the swap only requires a few holes drilled and a bit of exhaust pipe fitting to make happen. In the end, our 1969 El Camino lost some weight and reset the track record on our autocross course. In this episode we also have a new Lincoln Tech Quick Tip and another Q & A session with Finnegan and Freiburger.... Read More | Share it now!

2015 McLaren 650s Spyder: The Ultimate Road Going Drop Top – Ignition Ep. 123

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On this week’s episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago tests the ultimate drop top McLaren. With nearly 650 horsepower and 500 lb-ft of torque from its revised 3.8 liter twin turbo v8, the 650s is one of the fastest accelerating convertibles on the planet. With more power, more grip and improved aero, will the 650s prove to be more than a facelifted 12C? Stay tuned and find out! ... Read More | Share it now!