If you believe that older V8s sound better than modern versions, it could be due to a few legitimate reasons. That said, enthusiasts can also have dramatically different tastes, and what sounds ...

When it comes to defining a car's character, a crucial component lies in the engine sound. Whether it's an operatic Ferrari V12, or the burble from a Subaru boxer, there are certain sounds we identify ...

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 ...

Designed for use in aircraft, the very first V8 engine was patented in 1902 by Léon Levavasseur. Little did he know back then, but the French engineer who pioneered direct fuel injection and liquid ...

Fake exhaust noises on EVs are a controversial new frontier of car modification. Companies like Dodge see it as a way to give EVs audible character, though feedback so far hasn’t been positive. Still, ...

Porsche’s venerable twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine is set to continue its legacy well into the next decade, defying concerns that it might face extinction amidst increasingly stringent ...