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For C8 owners dreaming of rowing their own gears, the wait may finally be over. TREMEC has unveiled an all-new 6-speed manual transaxle that could make a true manual-shift C8 Corvette a reality.

Built on the same architecture as the C8’s TR-9080 dual-clutch transmission, this new gearbox shares the same packaging and mounting points, opening the door for the first legitimate manual conversion option for the mid-engine C8 Corvette.

Rated for 800 lb-ft of torque, 1,000 horsepower, and 8,600 RPM, the new transaxle features helical-cut gears, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and an aluminum case that balances strength and weight.

Still, challenges remain. It’s unclear how to integrate a clutch pedal or modify the center console for a traditional shifter. And perhaps the biggest hurdle, how to make the highly computerized C8 recognize and function with a manual gearbox, […]

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75th Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Will Pay Tribute to Its Roots in Racing   Special Classes Will Showcase Iconic Sports Racing Greats and One-Off Specials that Made their Mark at the Pebble Beach Road Races

In his Jaguar XK120, Phil Hill races to a win in the first Pebble Beach Cup, the premier event of the first Pebble Beach Road Races, held on November 4, 1950. (Photo: Julian P. Graham / Pebble Beach Company Lagorio Archives)

PEBBLE BEACH, CALIFORNIA (November 5, 2025)­­­­— Amidst its 75th celebration the 2026 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance will pay tribute to its historic roots in racing. 

The first Pebble Beach Road Race took place on this […]

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Shaquille O’Neal’s one-of-a-kind 2025 Range Rover, valued at $180,000 and custom-built to fit his 7’1” frame, was stolen earlier this month while being transported from Georgia to Louisiana for an LSU game appearance.

The luxury SUV, created by Effortless Motors, reportedly disappeared between October 20–22 after being “picked up” by a fraudulent transport operator. Authorities are investigating FirstLine Trucking LLC, the company contracted to move the vehicle, which claims its systems were hacked.

Effortless Motors, who have worked with Shaq since 2023, are offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the vehicle’s recovery. Police believe this could be part of a larger organized theft ring targeting high-end vehicles in transit.

One thing’s for sure — whoever took it might find themselves facing a real full-court press!.
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Photo Credit: GeneralMotorsDesign / Instagram   GM President Mark Reuss recently revealed on the Inside EVs podcast that while the idea of an all-electric Corvette remains possible, it’s not happening just yet.

Reuss explained that building a true Corvette experience, balancing dynamics, weight, and thermal performance, remains a major challenge with today’s EV technology. “An all-electric Corvette that drives like a Corvette isn’t easy right now,” he said. “We’ll get there when the technology makes it right.”

For now, GM’s focus will stay on perfecting its current lineup, including the hybrid C8 E-Ray. Forecasts show the C8 program running through 2028, with the next-gen C9 likely keeping an internal combustion engine well into the 2030s.

Translation: the roar of the V8 isn’t going away anytime soon.

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Corvette Sweep GTD PRO Championships!

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Corvette Racing closed out the 2025 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship in dominating fashion at Petit Le Mans, sweeping all three GTD PRO titles!

At Michelin Raceway Road Atlanta, the No. 3 Corvette Z06 GT3.R, driven by Antonio Garcia and Alexander Sims, clinched the Drivers, Teams, and Manufacturers Championships for Chevrolet and Corvette Racing by Pratt Miller Motorsports.

A strong runner-up finish from the No. 4 Corvette Z06 GT3.R of Tommy Milner, Nicky Catsburg, and Nico Varrone helped seal Chevrolet’s 15th GT class title, and its first in GTD PRO.

The No. 3 car earned nine podiums this season, including a win at VIR, while […]

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It’s hard to believe it’s been 30 years since Corvette enthusiasts first had the option to pick up their brand-new cars right where they’re born — at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

Since the program launched in 1995, thousands of proud owners have made the pilgrimage to take delivery of their dream car on sacred Corvette ground. Now, in 2025, the museum has officially celebrated its 20,000th Corvette delivery! Over the decades, the museum has delivered cars to owners from all 50 states, and even around the globe.

Known as RPO code R8C, the Museum Delivery Program began with the 1996 Corvette lineup. For $1,495, it includes a guided museum tour, a personalized wall plaque, photo session in front of the museum, a commemorative interior plaque, and even a membership to the NCM. It’s a small […]

Corvette Racing Rallies to Dramatic Victory at Fuji

As the 2025 FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) nears its finale, Corvette Racing roared to victory at Fuji Speedway on September 28th. The No. 81 Corvette Z06 GT3.R, fielded by TF Sport and driven by Charlie Eastwood, Rui Andrade, and Tom Van Rompuy, battled back from an early penalty to claim the LMGT3 class win, their second of the season.

The team’s fortunes turned in the final laps, when Eastwood charged from an eight-second deficit to finish just behind the No. 21 Ferrari. A post-race penalty against Ferrari handed the Corvette trio their long-awaited first WEC win together.

“It was unbelievable,” Eastwood said. “Right place, right time, but also you have to execute. Everything went right in the last couple of hours, and I’m super pleased to finally get my first WEC win with these guys.”

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C&D’s Top 13 Best Exotic Sports Cars

Each year, Car and Driver tests hundreds of vehicles using rigorous instrumented evaluations and real-world driving impressions from its expert editors. Rankings are based on more than 200 data points, including acceleration, handling, comfort, cargo capacity, fuel efficiency, value, and, of course, how enjoyable each car is to drive. Their goal is simple: to give readers a complete, trustworthy picture of the cars that matter most at any price.

At the top of the 2026 list is the jaw-dropping Ferrari F80, which earned a perfect 10 out of 10 score and starts at a staggering $3,735,000. YES, IT IS OVER Three Million Dollars!

Right behind it, and turning just as many heads, is the 2025 Chevrolet Corvette […]

The wait is over. General Motors has officially launched the online configurator for the refreshed 2026 Corvette lineup! Now you can spec your dream C8 Stingray, E-Ray, Z06, or ZR1 with all-new options and upgrades. (Note: the highly anticipated ZR1X is not yet available to configure.)The What’s New for 2026: All-New Cockpit, Redesigned Console, Performance App, Fresh Colors.

Track junkies will also love the PTM Pro mode that turns off stability and traction control, and the ZR1-exclusive ZTK brake package with carbon ceramic rotors and massive 10-piston front calipers.

The new pricing is:
    2026 Corvette Stingray, Starting at $71,995
    2026 Corvette E-Ray, Starting at $110,595
    2026 Corvette Z06, Starting at: $122,295
    2026 Corvette ZR1, Starting at $185,395
    2026 Corvette ZR1X, Starting at a reported price of $207,395

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