All articles tagged with #corvette
Originally Published 2 months ago — by SlashGear
A General Motors employee bought a new Corvette and attempted to sell it after driving just 2,400 miles, with the highest bid reaching a significant amount, highlighting the car's desirability and the secondary market activity.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The Drive
The Corvette CX concept, unveiled during Monterey Car Week, showcases a futuristic, electric hypercar design with 2,000 horsepower, advanced aerodynamics, and motorsport-inspired features, representing Chevrolet's vision for the future of America's iconic sports car.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Jalopnik
Chevrolet has unveiled two new Corvette concept cars, the CX and CX.R Vision Gran Turismo, showcasing future electric and race-ready designs that will be playable in 'Gran Turismo 7,' highlighting Chevrolet's vision for the Corvette's future with advanced aerodynamics, high performance, and innovative design features.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Carscoops
In a U-Drag Race comparison, the base Corvette outperformed the Ford Mustang Dark Horse in acceleration, handling, and braking, despite similar power outputs, with the Corvette being faster in all aspects and costing significantly more. The test highlights the Corvette's superior mid-engine design over the front-engine Mustang.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Ars Technica
Chevrolet has unveiled the ZR1X, a high-performance hybrid hypercar with 1,250 horsepower, advanced carbon-ceramic brakes, and impressive handling capabilities, aiming to compete with luxury brands at a potentially lower cost, despite engineering challenges.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNBC
General Motors has unveiled the 2026 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X, a high-performance hybrid hypercar capable of 0-60 mph in under two seconds, with a top speed of 233 mph, featuring a twin-turbo V-8 and electric all-wheel drive, expanding the Corvette lineup to five models.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Drive
Chevrolet is set to reveal a new high-performance Corvette on June 17th, possibly a Zora model, with speculation about it being a hybrid or electric vehicle, following the recent ZR1's release. The teaser hints at a powerful, possibly all-wheel-drive vehicle, but details remain under wraps until the reveal.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Robb Report
Chevrolet has announced the upcoming debut of the ZR1 variant of the C8 Corvette, expected to be the most powerful 'Vette yet, with over 800 horsepower. The ZR1 will be the third variant of the eighth-generation Corvette and is anticipated to be the most expensive model in the lineup.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
An 18-year-old woman, Rachel Berg, faces a manslaughter charge after allegedly driving her Corvette at 155 mph and killing Michael Clark, a former police officer and father of two, who was riding his motorcycle. Berg tried to perform CPR on the fallen biker but he died at the scene. Clark's wife is seeking justice for her husband, describing him as a man of service who loved being a father and husband. She emphasized the devastating impact of reckless decisions, highlighting the real devastation and the challenge of moving forward for the affected families.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 10 News Phoenix
An 18-year-old woman driving a Corvette was allegedly going 155 mph when she struck and killed a motorcyclist on the U.S. 60 near Dobson Road in Mesa, Arizona. The motorcyclist, identified as 46-year-old Michael Clark, was a veteran and former police officer. The driver, Rachel Berg, attempted CPR after the crash but Clark was pronounced dead at the scene. Berg has been arrested and charged with manslaughter, with court documents indicating her speed at 155 mph five seconds before the collision and 87 mph at the time of the collision.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CarBuzz
A Chevrolet Malibu owner has ambitiously modified their midsize sedan to resemble a blend of luxury and sports cars, including design elements from Aston Martin, Ferrari, and Corvette. Despite the extensive modifications, including removed rear doors, coupe-like body kits, Ferrari 458 taillights, and a Corvette logo, the car's base, an eighth-generation Malibu, is still recognizable from the interior. The unique vehicle has sparked attention online for its unconventional appearance and the owner's dedication to the transformation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Robb Report
A 1967 Corvette Sting Ray with the rare L88 engine option will be up for auction at Mecum Auctions in January. This particular Corvette is one of only 20 fitted with the L88 engine in 1967 and is the only one delivered in Rally Red with a red interior. It has only 11,975 miles on the odometer and comes with its tank sticker. The car, which has significant differences under the hood, could potentially sell for over $3 million.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Robb Report
A rare 1967 Corvette Sting Ray equipped with the iconic L88 engine is set to be auctioned at the Mecum Auctions sale in Kissimmee, Florida. Only 20 examples of the 1967 coupe with the L88 engine were made, and this particular car is the only one delivered in Rally Red with a red interior. The L88 engine, designed for racing, produces around 560 hp and features unique modifications. Restored in the 1990s, the Corvette has earned multiple awards and comes with its tank sticker, a valuable piece of documentation. It is expected to fetch over $3 million at the auction.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
A Corvette crashed and broke apart in Florida during a suspected street race, seriously injuring the driver. The car veered off the road, hit a power pole, and split into pieces. The driver was ejected from the wreckage and transported to a local hospital. The crash is believed to have been caused by street racing, with a silver Ford Mustang cutting off the Corvette. Authorities are seeking the public's help in identifying the Mustang driver.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Corvette Blogger
Two new videos of the 2025 Corvette ZR1s testing at the Nurburgring have been released, revealing different wing configurations. The videos suggest that the ZR1 will have two turbos and will be powered by the Z06's 670-hp flat-plane crank V8 engine. The front opening on the hood and new vents in the rear are still undisclosed, and the ZR1 prototypes have not been seen with carbon fiber wheels. The footage provides Corvette enthusiasts with a glimpse of the upcoming C8 King of the Hill.