2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 755HP + Big Wing = 210 MPH Chevrolet has once again raised the already high bar with the introduction of the 2019 Corvette ZR1. Learning from issues on the previous year C7’s it looks as though they have solved the problems with a completely redesigned front facia and cooling system. …
The latest talk in the Corvette world is the rumor of the ZR1 and a dual overhead cam V8. Some high-resolution pictures have surfaced this week that show the ZR1 is in late development and may be coming soon. Photos and video have been taken on a prototype testing at the Nürburgring. Several obvious changes …
In a bizarre last lap finish Corvette Racing’s Oliver Gavin and Tommy Milner won the GT Le Mans class at the Bubba Burger Sports Car Grand Prix of Long Beach. This is the sixth victory for the team and Chevrolet in Long Beach in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship. The two C7.R Corvettes were running …
Cadillac will return to prototype racing after a 14-year absence. Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen has confirmed that three Cadillac Daytona Prototype international (DPi) race cars will compete in the full 2017 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship Prototype (P) class. The first race will be the 55th Rolex 24 At Daytona on Jan. 28-29, 2017. In …
The technology in late model transmissions continues to evolve as new models are introduced. Earlier this year with the all new C7 Stingray making its debut if you chose the automatic option it is equipped with the 6L80 6-speed transmission. The 6L80 has been around for several years and is used in many GM car …
If you thought the horsepower wars were coming to an end, think again. GM announced this week the horsepower and torque ratings for the all new LT4 engine. Accomplished with a single camshaft and only 2 valves per cylinder, this should have the Europeans worried. The 2015 Corvette Z06’s 6.2-liter supercharged V-8 is the most …
GM has identified a problem on the 6.2L Supercharged LSA Engine found in the Camaro ZL1 and Cadillac CTS-V. Reports show that a rattle may develop from a bearing on the main input shaft. The grease in the shaft bearing may become contaminated causing the bearing to overheat and fail. Leading up to this owners …
GM has announced a restriction on over 40 specific parts found only on the new Z/28 Camaro. This has been done in an effort to prevent cloning. This will ensure protection of the vehicles brand and customers investment. Dealers replacing parts under warranty will be required to submit specific owners and vehicle information before any …
Chevrolet has once again raised the bar in the performance car world with the debut of the 2015 Corvette Z06. Not to be confused with the 2015 Corvette Stingray, the Z06 is an entirely different animal. To set the record straight, the correct nomenclature is “Corvette Z06”. The term “Stingray” is for the standard C7 …
The Small Block Chevrolet as we know it started out in 1955 as a 265 cubic inch V8. In the past 59 years there have been substantial strides in technology, efficiency and durability. The latest debuts in the 2014 Chevrolet Silverado. There are three all new EcoTec3 engines available on the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 in …
Chevrolet has introduced the restyled 2014 Camaro. The long debated rumors of a Z/28 model have come true. This car is going to be an all out Performance Monster. Engineers have gone over every aspect of the GEN5 and have made some significant improvements. The revised exterior has been designed to increase aerodynamics for high-speed …
GM has announced the details of the new Twin-Turbo V6 Engine and Eight Speed Automatic Transmission. Tagged as the “LF3” this is the most power V6 GM has ever produced making a SAE-certified 420 horsepower (313 kW) and 430 lb.-ft. of torque (583 Nm). The LF3 is paired with two small turbo chargers and an …
Chevrolet revealed the much-anticipated 2014 C7 Corvette Stingray on January 13, 2013. After watching the short teaser videos that GM put out to get our attention we can see what all the hype is about. The new Corvette is simply beautiful. For the most part it was designed from a clean sheet of paper taking …
On December 13, 2012, GM revealed three new Gen V EcoTec3 engines. All three will be available in the 2014 Silverado/Sierra full size pickups. GM engineers have designed these engines to be used for the way customers use their trucks in the real world. All three engines feature direct fuel injection, cylinder deactivation and continuously variable …
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) is an all new state of the art motorsports and entertainment venue. It is located in Austin, Texas just 15 miles from downtown. It is a purpose built facility designed to host the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix and the V8 Supercars events. The venue is expected to draw …
The all new Chevy V8 will be designated as the LT1. It features direct fuel injection and reversed position of intake and exhaust valves. Early reports from GM say it will make over 450 horsepower. Final numbers when the 2014 Corvette is released. Specs released from GM: Engine type: 90-degree V-8 with overhead valves; continuous …
Watch ZL1 engineer Tony Roma and Formula Drift racer Conrad Grunewald demonstrate the latest Chevrolet Driving Dynamics technologies as they hit Willow Springs International Race Track with Corvette and Camaro. Chevy for Life!
The next generation Corvette is coming. GM has revealed the emblem that will represent the company’s flagship vehicle. Rumors and speculation about the C7 have been all over the performance world. Over the next few weeks GM will be releasing videos over the internet revealing more information. They can be seen here: http://www.chevrolet.com/one13thirteen.html There have been …
The Chevrolet Bowtie has been one of the World’s most recognized trademarks since 1913. Louis Chevrolet and William C. Durant founded Chevrolet on November 3, 1911. General Motors later acquired Chevrolet in 1918. The script logo was used from 1911 to 1914. It was known as the Type “C” or ‘Classic Six”. William C. Durant …
AC Delco has added 2 new Rapid Fire Spark Plugs to their lineup. These new spark plugs will cover nearly 3.3 million vehicles on the road. The new RAPIDFIRE Plugs are designed for engines running platinum tipped plugs and will also work for engines running conventional plugs. Platinum tipped plugs deliver longer life and improved …
Sunday, September 30, 2012 a final victory by SunTrust Racing in the season finale at Lime Rock Park captured the championship-winning effort by five Corvette Daytona Prototype teams. Team Chevy’s Corvette DP teams and drivers won eight of the 13 races in the 2012 season. Engines for the all the Chevrolet Corvette Daytona Prototype teams …
Enders and the GK Motorsports team have won 4 races in 2012. All coming in the last 10 races. Her first Pro Stock trophy came July 1st in Chicago. In 2012 Enders has also raced to 2 other finals, earned two No. 1 qualifiers and set two track records for elapsed time. The success in …
News just in from Detroit, MI—Chevrolet will have a new entry in the 2013 NASCAR Nationwide Series. The Chevrolet Camaro, America’s top selling sports car will make its debut at Daytona International Speedway next February. The Chevrolet Camaro has led its segment in sales in 2010, 2011, and currently in 2012. Chevrolet has more wins, …
Mike Edwards wins Sunday nights final Pro Stock Race by less than 1”. The margin of victory was .0000 SEC. This was 4 in a row for Edwards at Bristol Dragway who got a holeshot on Allen Johnson.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. drove his Chevrolet into victory lane Sunday at Michigan International Speedway. This victory comes almost 4 years to the day since his last win. The win and the bonus points for leading the most laps has put him only 4 points behind overall points leader Matt Kenseth as they head to Sonoma …
Engine The Camaro ZL1 will be equipped with a 6.2-liter sixth-generation Eaton supercharged V8 engine (LSA) that is rated at 580 horsepower and 556 lb.-ft of torque and is available with the standard six-speed manual (MG9) or Hydra-Matic® 6L90 automatic transmission. This engine features an intercooled supercharger system and premium heat-resistant aluminum-alloy cylinder heads. It …
CHARLOTTE, N.C. The number 48 team of Hendrick Motorsports saved the best for last as they inched ahead of the number 11 Toyota from Joe Gibbs Racing to win the Pit Crew Challenge. The competition includes simultaneously changing front and rear tires, fueling and jacking four different cars, then pushing a team car across the …
Livernois Motorsports is the first company to get the new ZL1 Camaro in the 9 second bracket. The heavily modified engine has 707 rear wheel horsepower and 680 pound feet of torque. The car is still full weight, weighing in at 4295 with the driver. Here is a list of modifications done to get this …
Chevrolet has confirmed that the SS will be the name of its next sport sedan. It will be used by NASCAR Sprint Cup teams starting at the 2013 Daytona 500. Production will start in mid 2013 and be sold as a 2014 model. Displacement and power have not been disclosed but a V8 will be …
21-year-old Lizzy Musi, daughter of veteran NHRA Champion, Pat Musi, is on her first year of drag racing. She is off to an impressive start for a rookie running a 4.34-second 170 MPH 1/8 mile run Friday at Bristol Dragway. Unfortunately, she ran into some bad luck when her car got loose and went airborne. …
The 2013 Camaro will begin production this summer (June/July). There are several options that have been deleted and many more added.
ACDelco has announced a re-designed Original Equipment (OE) oil filter that offers ACDelco’s exclusive Duraguard® media in a smaller package. The new OE filter applications PF46E, PF47E, PF52E and PF61E will be installed in applicable new GM models. The new oil filter features: Increased efficiency and higher burst and collapse strength (Fig. 5, A) A …
Chevrolet is pleased to announce the current quality assessment on the 2012 Camaro ZL1 has been completed. The 2012 Camaro ZL1 models that were on hold at Oshawa are now available to be shipped to dealers. 2012 Camaro ZL1 production which was suspended is expected to resume by mid-April, 2012. For those customers with ZL1 …
Technology and NASCAR go hand-in-hand in the future of stock car racing. In 2012, the Cup Series has switched from 4 decades of carbureted engines to fuel injection. One of the major advantages electronic fuel injection has over a carburetor is the ability to adapt to a changing racing environment. Because NASCAR is always making …
The legendary 1LE option package will return to the 2013 Camaro. The 1LE performance package borrows production components from both the Camaro SS and upcoming Camaro ZL1 to deliver a competition and road course-ready package. For 2013, the 1LE package is offered only on 1SS and 2SS coupe models, featuring a 6.2L LS3 V-8, which …
The next generation Corvette becomes available in late 2013 and will be sold as a 2014 model. Orders for 2013 C6 Corvettes will only be taken for nine months because the Bowling Green Plant will be shut down for up to six or seven months to prepare equipment for the production of the new C7 …
Specialty Equipment Marketing Association (SEMA) announced the purchase of Performance Racing Industry (PRI) this week. The deal is set to be finalized at the end of March. This joins two of the industries largest trade shows. Each November in Las Vegas, SEMA represents the industry and people who make up the aftermarket auto parts business. …
