# Why Are Car Brands Bringing Back The V8 Engine?

> While there are many factors behind the V8 engine's return following dramatic news that automakers like Dodge discontinued the Hemi, it comes down to consumer preference.

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1932874/why-are-car-brands-bringing-back-v8-engines/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=689a391395de710c847997e2)
- **Published:** 2025-08-11
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #engine #brands #bringing #americans #automakers #behind #comes #consumer
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