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The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is a beast. But the beast will have difficulty toppling its siblings. 
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Even With 1,064 HP, the New Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Will Have a Tough Time Toppling the Z06

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The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is a monster just ready to terrorize the European elite. It's a mid-engined American supercar with 1,064 horsepower from a twin-turbo 5.5-liter flat-plane V8 engine, and it's capable of a sub-10-second quarter mile. The first units haven't even hit the road yet, but already, John Hennessey is scheming about how to get even more power from America's wildest Corvette ever.

America's Favorite Tuner Has Huge Plans For The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

Unless you’re reading this story on a GM-owned device, you’ll be waiting a while for your chance at a thrill ride in the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. GM has pulled the wraps off its 1,064-hp supercar a full year before deliveries begin so that the development team can finish its work on the aerodynamics and cooling systems without the camouflage interfering.

Watch and Listen as the 1,064-HP 2025 Chevy Corvette ZR1 Rips to 205 MPH!

The 1963 model year brought a clean-sheet redesign for the Chevy Corvette, which was called the Corvette Sting Ray. The new Corvette was based largely on the 1959 Sting Ray racer conceived by GM styling head Bill Mitchell with input from Pete Brock and Larry Shinoda. The coupe featured a center “spine” which bisected the rear window and ran rearward to the rear of the car, giving it the look of a stingray’s backbone.

1963 Chevy Corvette Z06 Big Tank Split Window Auction Bound

The 1977 Corvette was a sales powerhouse, with production numbers hitting a record high. Despite its hefty price tag, the coupe model proved exceptionally popular, finding homes in over 49,000 garages across the country. This year marked a significant milestone for Chevrolet as they rolled out the 500,000th Corvette ever...

1977 Chevrolet Corvette with Ultra-Rare M21 Four-Speed Manual Transmission and 1,879 Miles: A Collector’s Dream in Need of Restoration

V8s get a lot of attention when it comes to enthusiast cars, but the humble six-cylinder has become remarkably prevalent in an era where downsizing and turbocharging give you more power with a lower cylinder count. The six-cylinder strikes the balance between four and eight by providing a mix of an engine that can be smooth, reliable, and highly tuneable in the right scenarios. Six-cylinder engines in automotive use are typically found in four configurations:

The Most Powerful 6-Cylinder Production Engine Ever Made

For Ford fans, the performance years of the 1960s brought one advancement after another, and that time line begins with Ford’s assault at Indy in 1963 with its DOHC V-8 based on the small-block Windsor. Meanwhile, Ford’s “big-block”—the FE engine family—which began modestly in 1958 at 332-, 352-, and 360-cubic-inch displacements—had by the time of this story grown to 427 cubes and would power Ford to wins at Le Mans in 1966 and 1967. The subject of Eric Dahlquist’s original story, the 427-ci SOHC “Cammer,” was based on the FE and showed what could be done quickly within the warrens of Ford powertrain. At the time, it was unknown whether the engine would see production in factory-built cars (it wouldn’t), but for a short time the hemi-headed cammer would please crowds in A/FX cars built by Holman & Moody and Bill Stroppe Engineering before becoming a darling in the nitro-fueled ranks in front of drivers like Don Prudhomme, Connie Kalitta, Jack Chrisman, and Don Nicholson. —Johnny Hunkins.

Designed in 90 Days: Ford’s SOHC 427 Hemi V-8 Was Powerful and Stunning but Never Placed in Production

The only manual V8 RWD sedan left in America is a compelling proposition all on its own; the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a reminder of what AMG used to be, and after being refreshed for 2025 with new looks and a 33-inch touchscreen, it's on par with German automakers in the interior tech department. The 2025 CT5-V Blackwing didn't get any performance enhancements when it was revealed at the beginning of this year, and we didn't think it needed any, but now Cadillac has addressed the issue with a new Precision Package that promises enhanced handling for all driving conditions.

America's Last Manual, V8, RWD Sedan Just Got Even Better For 2025

Motorious

Low mileage, and comprehensive documentation—a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts. Presenting an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a meticulously restored 1967 Shelby GT500 Mustang, a highly coveted blue-chip investment-grade vehicle. This remarkable Shelby, VIN #67411F9A02611, is a prime example of automotive craftsmanship and historical significance, making it a prized possession for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Immaculate 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback Offered for Sale

For 2025, the Toyota GR Corolla returns with the turbocharged three-cylinder engine and its stupendous 300 horsepower, but this sport compact car also makes 295 pound-feet of torque, a 22-pound-foot increase that was previously restricted to the 2023 Morizo special edition. A close-ratio eight-speed direct automatic transmission has been added...

2025 Toyota GR Corolla with 8-Speed Automatic Sticks It to the Man

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On the surface, the difference between the Ford Mustang EcoBoost and the Mustang GT is pretty simple. The Mustang EcoBoost gets a 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and the Mustang GT gets Ford's 5.0L V8, also known as the Coyote V8, which is one of the best ever made. While that is the primary difference between the two pony cars, it goes a bit deeper than that, with all sorts of parts and pieces coming together to create Mustangs with unique characteristics.

Ford Mustang EcoBoost Vs. GT: What's The Difference?

In the 1960s, big-block engines were the top choice for muscle cars because they provided a lot of power by increasing engine size. However, these heavy engines made handling more difficult. By the 1970s, advancements in engine technology allowed smaller, lighter engines to deliver similar power. Here’s a look at the most powerful small-block V8 engines from the 1970s.

The Most Powerful Small Block V8 Engines of the 1970s

Cadillac has introduced the facelifted 2025 Escalade and Escalade-V. The refreshed SUV features a revised exterior and an all-new interior with a 55-inch display. The V8 engines carryover, but the 3.0-liter diesel has been dropped. The Escalade defines American luxury, but Cadillac is elevating things for 2025. As part of...

2025 Cadillac Escalade Gets A Jaw-Dropping Interior With 55-Inch Display

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Eden, NC

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North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

Rejoice, all die-hard automotive enthusiasts! Defying the ever-tightening emission standards and the inevitability of electrification, a brand-new V12 hypercar has arrived in the automotive world, which has been designed from the ground up for purists. Behold the Nilu, the first product of an all-new automaker named Nilu27. The company is the brainchild of automotive designer Sasha Selipanov, known for his work on the Bugatti Chiron, the Koenigsegg CC850, and the Lamborghini Huracán.

There’s a new 1070hp hypercar on the block that laughs at the face of electrification with its celebrated combination of a natural aspirated V12 and a manual transmission

Las Vegas, NV

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LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - A magnitude 4.4 earthquake struck areas near Las Vegas on Tuesday night, according to the United States Geological Service (USGS). The quake, which occurred at 8:06 p.m., was centered approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, near Indian Springs.

Magnitude 4.4 Earthquake Shakes Areas Near Las Vegas

General Motors’ strategic pivot away from the Camaro and full-throttle commitment to the C8 Corvette is yielding impressive results. The Camaro, a stalwart in the muscle car segment, saw its production end in late 2023. However, its successor, the Corvette, has seized the opportunity to dominate the sports and supercar market.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: The Next Evolution in American Supercar Performance and Design Innovation

The world of classic car restoration is rich with stories of craftsmanship, passion, and innovation. Among the many shops that specialize in breathing new life into vintage vehicles, Nobody Customs & Restorations has established itself as a standout player. Known for their meticulous attention to detail and dedication to creating truly unique vehicles, they have outdone themselves with their most recent masterpiece: a 1970 Chevrolet C10 that belongs to Greg Haire. This truck is more than just a restoration; it’s a comprehensive transformation that blends classic charm with modern performance and luxury.

A Masterpiece of Restoration: Greg Haire’s 1970 Chevrolet C10

White Pigeon, MI

For a number of years, a company called Centurion Vehicles based in White Pigeon, Michigan, created a handful of models that The Blue Oval didn’t at the time – including large SUVs based on the F-Series, not to mention oddities like van/pickup conversions with dual rear wheels. These Ford Centurion models are quickly becoming red-hot collector’s items, meaning that this 1990 C-350 is more likely than not to attract a lot of attention at auction.

1990 Ford Centurion C-350 Classic Up For Auction

GM recently dropped the details on the new 2025 C8 ZR1. As an engineer who has worked in both OEM development and aftermarket performance, I’m nothing short of impressed. I spent the last quarter-century bouncing between walking the aisles of the Performance Racing Industry show and releasing engine calibrations that have been driven by millions of unsuspecting users around the world. I have seen lots of 1,000-hp engines. I have had lots of engines go to production after passing emissions, durability, NVH, and safety standards. I haven’t seen very many that did both. Sure, there’s the Bugatti ($3 million and 1,200 hp), the Aston Martin Valkyrie ($3 million and 1,000 hp), and the Ferrari SF90 ($540,000 and 986 hp, combined), but all of these are about as available as unicorn tears to mere mortals. Engines like the Hellephant make over 1,000 hp but have zero chance of passing emissions, so they’ll never be offered in legal roadgoing cars. What we have in the ZR1 is a real accomplishment, and a point where my two worlds seem to have collided.

What Makes the New Corvette ZR1's Engine So Powerful? An Engineer Explains

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