Connecting rods take a tremendous pounding with each engine revolution.

The industry has responded to the varied challenges by way of design, metallurgical and manufacturing improvements.

Manley Performance added a ton of new import and domestic engine pistons to the lineup.

Some of the new designs include the LT-series, Coyote, and GTR.

Saenz has built their reputation on custom rods made from exotic materials.

Now they are expanding into the affordable, off-the-shelf arena, with no reduction in capabilities.

Connecting rods need to check a lot of boxes to work for an application so making sure you know what you need is important.

Saenz Performance covers why certain materials make the best connecting rods.

In this installment of the Blueprint Series, Jeff Smith talks about how to verify, establish, and correct piston-to-head clearances.

The correct quench area clearances are a key spec in a performance engine.

George Bryce is an innovative Pro Stock motorcycle racer who never has enough horsepower.

Find out some of his tricks in this revealing AETC presentation.

There are numerous ways to get 1,000 horsepower in a street engine, but here's the most imposing -- a big-block Chevy. Check out the dyno results of this Rat from Precision Race Engines!