The 2015 Corvette Z06 0 – 60 time is just 2.95 seconds. Chevrolet yesterday announced the 2015 Corvette Z06 0 – 60 and quarter-mile times, and even though they are so incredibly impressive, I can’t say I’m surprised. I mean, it is the Corvette Z06 we’re talking about here. Reportedly, the 2015 Corvette Z06 0…
Chevrolet had a huge 2014, logging more than 2,000,000 total sales in… The 2015 Chevy Corvette Z06 was unmasked at the North American International… Last week, Chevrolet announced two distinct 2015 Corvette design packages: the Atlantic… With 2015 right around the corner, Chevy performance vehicle enthusiasts everywhere have…
In the waning moments before revealing the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 at a press conference on Monday, President of GM North America Mark Reuss aptly called the yellow hellbeast that emerged from behind the curtain “The Big Nasty.” Yeah, we think that nickname will stick just fine. The 2015 Corvette Z06 is the most track-capable…
After spending years nipping at the heels of critically acclaimed imports, America’s… What’s New for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette? For the standard Chevrolet Corvette… The 2015 Chevy Corvette Z06 was unmasked at the North American International… Last week, Chevrolet announced two distinct 2015 Corvette design packages: the Atlantic… With 2015 right around the corner, Chevy…
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The 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 What’s New for the 2015 Chevrolet Corvette? For the standard Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, there are no significant changes from the 2014 model year. However, there is the addition of an all-new Z06 supercar model that is even more performance oriented. 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Exterior The Corvette Stingray is undeniably one…
The red-hot, American-made Corvette Stingray is crossing the Atlantic at last. Chevrolet… So far this year, the Chevrolet Corvette has experienced a 21.2 percent… In a previously published article, we discussed vehicles that derive their names… No series quite captures the nostalgia of the 1980s like the Transformers.… The MLB All-Star Game is always one…
The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky Photo: daveynin One of the world’s most popular automotive museums just announced plans for a major expansion. The National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, expects to start construction in 2021 on an addition that will provide extra space for offices and exhibits. Architectural plans should be…
What’s New for the 2015 Chevy City Express Chevy welcomes the City Express to their lineup as an all-new model. 2015 Chevy City Express Exterior The 2015 Chevy City Express is Chevrolet’s all-new commercial van, offering business a new option in the cargo van segment. The City Express is built on a car platform –…
A C7 Corvette Stingray with a bolt-on centrifugal supercharger providing unknown (and perhaps unspeakable) power First we brought you the “Time Attack on the Race Track,” a drag race between a Corvette Z06 and a Dodge Viper TA; then we showed you “The Stingray on the Raceway,” in which a C7 Stingray took on a…
The 700-hp AWD Chevy Express van you have to see to believe We’ve seen the mighty Corvette take on a Camaro, a Tesla Model S, and a Dodge Viper TA, and (spoiler alert) defeat all of them. So it’s a bit surprising that the Vette would finally be undone by the unlikeliest of challengers: an…
While the Chevrolet Corvette is considered a great value in the sports car world, the truth is there’s a large price discrepancy between the entry-level Stingray model and the high-performance Z06 variant, but that’s where the new Corvette Grand Sport comes into play. Borrowing many of the Z06’s track features, while maintaining the naturally-aspirated V8…
Seven Chevy vehicles—including the Corvette Stingray, Traverse, Colorado, Camaro, Impala, Silverado 1500, and Tahoe—have been named among the most popular in their respective segments by the experts at Edmunds.com. In addition, the Stingray and Traverse each took home the title of Top Rated Vehicle in their respective segments. Chevy’s Most Popular on Edmunds.com Award Winners RELATED:…
The editors at Kelley Blue Book are in consensus that the 2020… Photo: Chevrolet The News WheelThe News Wheel is a digital auto magazine… Next Avenue recently named the top five vehicles suitable for grandparents. The… As Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball® (which it has been since… The National Corvette Museum’s Corvette Caravan is…
In the early going of this week’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Chevrolet was quick to drop a bombshell on attendees: Chevy’s 2015 lineup will feature built-in OnStar 4G LTE and AppShop. This means that your 2015 Chevrolet vehicle isn’t just a mode of transportation: it’s a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot that you can…
The 2015 Cleveland Auto Show is perfect for anyone who missed Detroit or Chicago On the heels of the three major US auto shows–Los Angeles, Detroit, and Chicago–the largest auto expo in Ohio opens in Cleveland today. Running Saturday, March 7th through Sunday, March 15th, Lake Erie area residents and visitors can check out hundreds of vehicles…
The Stingray on the Raceway: C7 Corvette Stingray vs Tesla Model S P85D Photo Source: Auto Haven Last week we brought you video of the Time Attack on the Race Track bout, a drag race in which the Chevy Corvette Zo6 defeated the Dodge SRT Viper TA. And today we return to PBIR in Jupiter,…
The Corvette has made a name for itself in the world of luxury sports cars, and for good reason. The 2018 model marks 65 years of production for the Corvette. To celebrate, Chevrolet is introducing the Carbon 65 Edition of the 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. New Chevrolet Corvette: Check Availability [wptab name=”What’s New”] 2018 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray…
Meet the calmer of the 2017 Corvette siblings, offering the Corvette buyer a refined, sporty drive to easily eat up the miles with power and style (although not necessarily something you would want to throw hard into a turn, unless you pick up a Z51 trim). Slotted below the brand new Grand Sport trim, the…
You’ll need to scroll down if you’re looking for Dale Jr.’s new Corvette Grand Sport Photo: © Ted Murphy If you take a look at Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Twitter account, you’ll see pictures from his recent wedding, a few photos of his early racing days, and an image of his newest sports car, which just…
After weeks and months of speculation, the spotlight has at last been shed on the 2015 Chevrolet Cruze, which was unveiled today ahead of its physical debut at this week’s New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). It turns out that the new Cruze is significantly revised but not entirely redesigned, with Impala- and Malibu-inspired design…
Jeff Gordon is a NASCAR legend, but not an IndyCar one. He expressed an interest in IndyCar racing in the early 1990s, but nothing ever came of it—as he says, it just “wasn’t meant to be.” But Gordon is still loved and respected by all types of motorsports enthusiasts, and even a lot of casual…
Photo: Sixgun Sled Until now, many Chevy fans have referred to the upcoming mid-engine Corvette simply as “the Corvette C8.” Now, it appears that GM will officially name the mid-engine Corvette “Zora.” GM has filed trademarks for “Zora” in nine countries (and union, in the case of the European Union): the U.S., Mexico, Canada, Japan, South Korea,…
Chevrolet VP Mark Reuss poses with the Chevrolet Dual in Detroit pace car If the Corvette Z06 is spotted on public roads, it’s often surging ahead of the pack. Chevrolet’s signature sports car will still be in front of traffic at Saturday and Sunday’s Chevrolet Dual in Detroit – but this time it will be…
The Chevy Corvette and space exploration have more links than you might imagine Photo: Pixabay An upcoming exhibit at the National Corvette Museum will explore why many astronauts have selected the Chevy Corvette as their car of choice. New Corvette Developments: The upcoming mid-engine Chevy Corvette has been spotted The temporary exhibit is titled “From Gas…
Photo: David Fulmer via CC The National Corvette Museum is among the many institutions around the country that have closed to the public amid the growing COVID-19 pandemic. Located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the museum shut its doors last week, citing an executive order by state Gov. Andy Beshear. All its events through early May…
C7 Corvette Stingray Looking for an auto-themed way to enjoy Thanksgiving weekend this year? Consider attending the Corvette Experience. Sponsored by the National Corvette Museum (NCM), this annual event features classroom lectures and track sessions for a firsthand experience of the Corvette Stringray. There are still 16 open spots available, for the Saturday, Nov. 24 session. Contemporary…
Welcome to the home of the Chevy Corvette! If you’re travelling through southern Kentucky and are looking for a unique experience, check out the Chevrolet Corvette Assembly Plant Tour in Bowling Green, Kentucky. While it’s not the best tour experience in itself, the wonder of seeing a vehicle as iconic and luxurious as the Chevy Corvette being…
The National Corvette Museum will be starting an extensive renovation. The existing facility located in Bowling Green, Kentucky, which opened its door in 1994, will expand its space with the addition of two new stories. The added space will measure 30,000 square feet. Available Now: 2021 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray As part of the planned renovation,…
Federal workers waiting for their next paycheck can at least visit this popular attraction for free The partial shutdown of the United States government that began on Dec. 22 of last year has officially entered its 34th day. With the Senate rejecting two different proposals to reopen the government earlier today, there is no clear…
Photo: Rex Gray Heading into 2018, Chevrolet will be celebrating 65 years of one of its most iconic vehicles – the Corvette. The speedy sports car has become one of the most recognizable vehicles of all time, even though it has undergone some significant changes. To celebrate Chevy’s pièce de résistance, let’s take a brief…
The 2015 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban Z71 editions debuted in Texas. ©GM Last week at the State Fair of Texas, the General unveiled two new models: the 2015 Chevy Tahoe and Suburban Z71 editions, which are set to arrive at dealerships this fall. We knew we’d be seeing these models at some point in September,…
The NCM plaque inside Nicolas Cage’s Corvette Have you ever wanted to own Nicolas Cage’s car? Of course you have and it was stupid of us to even ask. Well, now’s your chance. An image (above) showing the NCM plaque on the Nicolas Cage custom 2014 Corvette Stingray Z51 3LT that was displayed in Las…
If you’re a fan of Death Race 2000 (the original, not that crappy Jason Statham remake) you’d better start planning to attend the Mecum Auction in Indianapolis, May 12th through 16th. The Roger Corman-produced 1975 camp classic Death Race 2000 portrays a dystopian 21st century America in which people are entertained by the murderous Annual…
Enter the Corvette Stingray Sweepstakes now through August 12! Back in March, Chevrolet launched its own Corvette Stingray Sweepstakes, to eventually award one lucky winner with an all-new 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible and the “ultimate sportscar racing experience.” A 2014 Corvette Stingray Convertible The Corvette Stingray Sweepstakes, which can be entered here, is open to…
It may only be mid-November, but now is as good a time as any to begin some Christmas shopping. Look at it this way: you do your shopping now, and then you can relax on Thanksgiving, on Black Friday, and throughout all of December. Plus, by going early, you’ll avoid the crowds if you’re brave…
The one and only 1983 Corvette, seen here in its new display Photo source: National Corvette Museum If you’d like to see a 1983 Corvette up-close and personal, you’d better start planning a trip to Kentucky. Why? Because there is only one such vehicle in existence, and its currently on display at the National Corvette…
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf GTI, chosen as the 2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year After bestowing the title upon the Tesla Model S in 2013 and the Chevy Corvette Stingray in 2014, Yahoo has now selected the Volkswagen Golf GTI as the 2015 Yahoo Autos Car of the Year. The GTI’s victory represents a…
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Assembly technician, Steve Stinson, builds a Z06 engine at the Performance Build Center in the Bowling Green Assembly Plant Chevrolet has announced that it will be bringing back its exclusive Corvette Engine Build Experience for Z06 buyers, which the American automaker touts as “the only program of its kind for supercar customers.” Beginning in March…
The 2020 Cadillac CT5-V was originally expected to produce 355 horsepower and… At the 2019 Miami International Auto Show, Cadillac displayed the new 2020… With its combination of letters and numbers (XT4, CT6-V, ATS), Cadillac’s vehicle… Boasting everything from sleek sports cars to heavy-duty trucks, the Chevrolet lineup… As a brand that specializes in trucks…
The 2014 Geneva Motor Show is upon us, and automakers from the world over are trotting out their best and boldest for auto enthusiasts around the globe to see. Here’s a look at the 2014 Geneva Motor Show lineup for world and European debuts from some of the most prominent brands: Alfa Romeo The 4C…
GM’s new racing heritage display at its Detroit headquarters includes the 1987 #5 Rick Mears Chevrolet-powered Penske PC17 IndyCar Photo: Steve Fecht for General Motors A display featuring 13 classic and modern General Motors race and pace vehicles is now open for viewing in Detroit. It’s part of the larger GM World installation in the…
2020 Chevy Silverado HD rearview camera Photo: Chevrolet Rearview cameras now come standard on all new vehicles sold in the U.S. However, General Motors is not a brand that settles for standard. Instead, GM is now offering high definition backup cameras with several of its vehicles. Standard Tech Improvements: 2019 Chevrolet Silverado adds improved base…
It turns out the new ZL1 (pictured above) might not be the most powerful Camaro after all While it’s true that Kurt Busch won the 59th annual Daytona 500, many auto enthusiasts will tell you the real star at Daytona was the sixth-generation Camaro ZL1. Chevrolet not only convinced retired NASCAR legend Jeff Gordon to…
The Cadillac XTS follows the Corvette Grand Sport and Camaro Zl1 as new GM models available in the Middle East Photo: © General Motors Cadillac is preparing to launch another new model in the Middle East, but it might not be the one that you would be expecting. While much of the talk surrounding the…
The 2016 Chevy Volt is making its big-screen debut on May 22nd with a cameo role in the Disney adventure Tomorrowland, starring George Clooney and Britt Robertson. So in the spirit of cross-promotional synergy and whatnot, General Motors just released a Tomorrowland-themed commercial for the new Volt, which plays upon the automaker’s history of innovation….
With Dom behind the wheel, the Maximus Charger is sure to drop draws with its performance Picture: YouTube Shiny things are always better than non-shiny things—especially when the shiny thing churns out 2,000 horsepower. This is where the Maximus Charger comes in. Featured in the recently released Furious 7 film, the Maximus Charger is not…
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