Holley LS Fest West 2023: 5 Reasons Why the LS Craze Stays Strong

Holley LS Fest West 2023 is here, and despite the push to end new gas-only car sales by 2035, the LS engine craze is here to stay.

LS engines are insanely-popular choices among car enthusiasts for their power, reliability, and versatility. Holley LS Fest (including Holley LS Fest West 2023) is an annual event that celebrates this engine swap craze, showcasing some of the most impressive LS engine builds from around the world. You got got a bevy of challenges, including Auto X, 3S, burnouts, drift and more. But what makes LS engines so special?

First introduced by General Motors in 1997 as the engine for the fifth-generation Corvette, to compete with some of the best engines on the globe. Since then, LS engines have become the go-to choice for car enthusiasts who want to upgrade their engines for high-performance driving. Here are five reasons why you should consider one for your next project.

Derin Richardson

Derin Richardson is a seasoned editor who's worked in print and digital media since 2008. He earned his Bachelor of Arts at California State University, Fullerton, and is an avid fan of American muscle. He oversees content for LS1Tech, The Mustang Source, Mustang Forums, Dodge Forum, MB World, JK-Forum and 5Series.

As the grandson of a former L.A. Fire Department mechanic, he's grown up around cars and trucks most of his life. Some of his fondest memories are the times he helped wrench on his grandfather's 1941 Ford Pickup, which he endearingly nicknamed "High Yeller."

He currently drives a Red Hot 2018 Chevrolet Camaro SS but appreciates anything with four wheels and a little rumble.

Derin can be reached at derin.richardson@internetbrands.com

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