Calling something a parts-bin special isn’t always a derogatory term. Sometimes, it means taking an interesting engine and slapping it into a vehicle to give it just a bit more thrust. That’s the idea ...

Say "Ford Mustang" and most people picture a V8. It's practically muscle-car law: The Mustang built its legend on eight cylinders and a rumble to match. Still, the GT isn't where the lineup starts.

Ford EcoBoost engines have given their owners cause for concern in recent years. Yet at the same time, these small-capacity, boosted engines have also received some praise and even prestigious awards ...