Credit::Jason Fenske – Engineering Explained

In 2025, the Corvette world buzzed with debates over two incredible engines for the Z06 and ZR1. Both were built for speed but with distinct personalities. The Z06’s naturally aspirated 5.5L flat-plane crank V8, known as the LT6, delivered 670 horsepower and screamed to an 8,600 RPM redline. It was all about precision and control, perfect for purists who loved a high-revving machine.

Then came the ZR1, packing the twin-turbocharged LT7 engine. With over 1,064 horsepower, it turned the Z06’s finesse into pure, unrelenting force. The ZR1 was built for raw power, designed to pin you to your seat under incredible acceleration.

Want to know the real difference? Check out the video that breaks down the math behind these engines. It’s a battle of horsepower, and torque!

Credit::Julio Solano

In Miami Beach, Florida, on Monday, September 16, a suspected burglar found himself stuck inside a Corvette, much to the surprise of the car’s owner.

Julio Solano captured the incident on video as he approached his vehicle, only to discover the would-be thief trapped inside. In the footage, a shocked Solano can be heard saying, “My brother, this is not your car. This is my car.”

The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Ravesh Rabindranauth, signaled for Solano to open the door, but Solano replied, “No, you can’t get out. We’re calling the cops.”

According to reports, Rabindranauth was unable to exit the car due to its “unconventional door mechanism.” Eventually, he was freed and promptly arrested by the authorities.

Rabindranauth was charged with burglary of

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Photo credit and story by Mike Floyd
The Quail Postwar Sports Car Class (1961–1975)

We are thrilled to have showcased an extraordinary piece of automotive history at The Quail this year: a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray L89. This Corvette is not just rare; it’s one of the rarest C2 Stingrays ever produced. Out of the few Corvettes built with the coveted RPO L89 option—featuring aluminum cylinder heads on the L71 427 cu-in V-8—only 16 were ever made.

With a conservative rating of 435 horsepower, this L89 Stingray represents the pinnacle of performance for its era. What makes this particular car even more special is its California specification, reportedly one of only two L89 Corvettes equipped with factory smog equipment.

Recently acquired by Corvette Mike, this stunning example

Story courtesy of News 10 Albany NY
Students Rebuild Classic 1967 Corvette Convertible at Capital Region BOCES COLONIE, N.Y.

Students from the Capital Region BOCES automotive trades technology program are hard at work restoring a legendary 1967 Corvette convertible. Initially brought in for minor repairs, the project has evolved significantly over the past four years under the care of these dedicated students.

Rising senior Joe Berube from Cobleskill-Richmondville High School, who aspires to be an automotive engineer, shared his enthusiasm: “It’s a good experience. Hopefully, it will be done by the time we complete our senior year.”

Nolan DiLorenzo, a rising senior from Shenendehowa, echoed his sentiments: “I like old cars and I enjoy the work I am getting to do on this. It allows us to see how the technology was and how it has

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Mike Takes First Look At What 1,064hp Will Do To The SUPERCAR World!!

Mike is attending the NCRS 2024 Nationals in Hampton Roads, VA, where his 1967 Marina Blue L89 is being judged for Duntov Mark of Excellence Award. In the parking lot, Corvette Chief Engineer John Holder was spotted showing off his 2025 ZR1.

Pictures courtesy of Corvette Mike

This ZR1 appears to be the same Riptide Blue Corvette ZR1 Coupe that was shown to Assembly Plant employees during the live reveal on July 25th. It features the same Carbon Fiber split-window engine hatch and the two-tone Sky Cool Gray interior.< [...]