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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

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!

( ) – Muscle cars are as American as baseball and apple pie. Over the last 60 years several Asian and European automakers have co-opted the classic muscle car recipe – a large V8 engine stuffed into a smaller, rear-wheel drive platform – but muscle cars remain an American phenomena.

Top 20 American Muscle Cars

Ford introduced the Mustang in mid-model year 1964 with no idea what an automotive icon it would become. The pony car was an instant success, selling 121,538 cars that first half-year, and then, in 1965, they moved over half a million units. Produced continuously for 60 years, the Mustang is still an extremely popular ride, as well as the last American muscle car on the market.

Here's How Many Mustangs Ford Has Sold Since 1964

The Corvette lineup is growing thanks to the addition of the ZR1, but the C8 is already a roaring success. Owners are younger and average transaction prices have climbed. Chevrolet officials see a distinct place in the lineup for all four Corvette variants. Chevrolet recently pulled the wraps off the...

The C8 Corvette Is Attracting Younger And Wealthier Drivers

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Harrisburg, NC

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Featuring a matching numbers 427/425 HP V-8 engine and a rich racing heritage. One of the most revered muscle cars in automotive history, the 1969 Chevrolet COPO Camaro, will be crossing the auction block at the Mecum Auction in Harrisburg on Saturday, July 27th, 2024. This COPO Certified masterpiece is sure to attract considerable attention from collectors and enthusiasts alike, thanks to its impeccable pedigree and outstanding condition.

1969 Chevrolet COPO Camaro Set to Star at Mecum Auction

At the moment, things aren't going very well at Ford of Europe, based in Cologne, Germany as it is experiencing a change in management, an insidious loss of power in relation to the parent company in Detroit and a falling market share. Now it's up to the historic name to turn things around. Perhaps THE most famous name in Ford's European history, the Ford Capri is back.

Ford Capri revealed: The legend returns in the form of a coupé SUV

New York City, NY

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

While the Dark Horse has a slight horsepower advantage over the Corvette, it’s not as quick. Ford has jacked up the prices of all Coyote V8-powered Mustang models. The 2025 Mustang range starts from $33,515. The Ford Mustang has been hit with some hefty price hikes for the 2025...

The 2025 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Costs The Same As A Corvette

While Jeep, along with other Stellantis brands, dives deeper into electrification, gearheads lament the demise of the internal combustion engine muscle car, especially the iconic Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. This high-performance SUV dominated the market with its unmatched power, but sadly, the Trackhawk name hasn’t graced a Jeep since the...

Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk: The Ultimate Muscle SUV

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

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Last week, a 32-year-old was arrested on trafficking charges after allegedly fleeing from a traffic stop and abandoning the vehicle with a child in the passenger seat. The chase resulted in the discovery of 230 grams of methamphetamine, which the suspect allegedly threw out while fleeing on foot. According to local detectives, the vehicle the suspect was driving was registered to NFL football player Tyreek Hill.

Man Driving Vehicle Registered to Tyreek Hill Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges in Douglas

Virginia State

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

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We finally know what the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is: The most powerful iteration of America's sports car ever, with 1,064 horsepower under the driver's right foot thanks to a twin-turbocharged 5.5-liter flat-plane V-8. There's a lot more to it than the big numbers, though. Luckily, we got a chance to talk to several of the lead engineers behind the car, including its executive chief engineer, Tadge Juechter.

Deep Dive: Corvette Engineers Reveal the ZR1's Secrets

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Motor enthusiasts and collectors alike are eagerly awaiting the auction of the remarkable 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Kindig-It CF1 Roadster at Mecum's Harrisburg 2024. Slated to cross the block on Saturday, July 27th, this custom masterpiece, known as Caduceus, is the twelfth in a series of bespoke builds by the renowned Kindig It Designs.

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Kindig-It CF1 Roadster to be Auctioned at Mecum Harrisburg 2024

History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Vermont State

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Cats are often misunderstood as aloof and indifferent, but they have their own unique ways of showing affection. One incredible story reveals the depths of a cat’s love and its heartwarming impact on its human companion.

You Won't Believe What This Cat Did to Show Its Love!

If you want to make a huge amount of power with an internal combustion engine, you have three tools at your disposal: big displacement, forced induction, or high rpm. But if you’re a GM engineer wanting to make an utterly obscene amount of power with your new V-8, you don’t limit yourself to just one tool— you use all three approaches to create a technological powerhouse.

Monster! The Story of the Corvette ZR1’s LT7 V-8 Engine and How It Makes 1,000+HP

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The Corvette ZR1 And Ford Mustang GTD Define American Performance, But Who Did It Better?

Ford and Chevrolet are gearing up to launch high-performance sports cars with more than 800 hp. The Corvette ZR1 is the more powerful of the two...

The Corvette ZR1 And Ford Mustang GTD Define American Performance, But Who Did It Better?

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