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 ...

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 ...

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.