The Corvette ZR1 has always been Chevrolet’s ultimate expression of performance, combining breathtaking power, precision handling, and bold design. The legacy continues with the release of the 2025 Corvette C8 ZR1, pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in the supercar world.
General Motors introduced the eighth generation of the Corvette in C8 2020 and received broad praise for designing such a revolutionary car. Few nameplates with such a storied history dare to elevate their offering as dramatically as Chevy did when it decided to move to a mid-engined configuration.
The extensive Corvette Academy video outlines the design and engineering process behind the 2020 C8 Corvette. With this much change, the effort harkens back to other great evolution efforts in mobility and other engineering domains, balancing innovation with core elements of the brand.