Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

Chevrolet engineers are currently polishing the final details of what is set to become the swansong of the C7 Corvette generation—the ’18 Corvette ZR1, which has been caught in convertible form at GM’s Milford Proving Grounds.

The biggest question revolving around the upcoming supercar has to do with the contents of its engine compartment. Rumors about the heart of the upcoming ZR1 are split, with one of the most likely versions talking about the LT4 V8 animating the Corvette Z06, and the Camaro ZL1 receiving a larger supercharger for the newcomer. Other voices talk about the all-new LT5 DOHC V8, which has been confirmed for the ’18 Corvette, being the engine of the ZR1.

For one thing, the GM confirmation only regarded the 6.2L LT5 powering the ’18 model-year ’Vette, but since this is most likely a naturally aspirated mill, it seems more suitable to the mid-engined C8 Corvette. This theory is not without its questions though, and that’s because the engine will land for the 2018 model year, while the C8 is expected to be introduced as a ’19 model. Regardless of the engine, the ’18 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 should feature the new 10-speed automatic GM and Ford have developed together.

Photo credit: Brian Williams, SpiedBilde

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger.

For the fifth consecutive year, SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2017—whether they’re in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—SEMA News would like to hear from you.

It is very likely that SEMA members are currently working with creative and talented young professionals who are already moving the industry in new and different directions. They’re also the ones who have played major roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies—in areas that include marketing and product development—with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach and customer interaction.

They could be budding superstars at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that are sure to become big names in the future. What they’ll have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed. These are people who know what’s going on at the ground level, who see opportunities that are now forming and who travel in circles that may be very different from those of our “old-school” industry leaders.

Winners will be chosen based on their business successes, contributions to their organizations, industry knowledge and community involvement. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2017 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31, 2017.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger.

For the fifth consecutive year, SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2017—whether they’re in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—SEMA News would like to hear from you.

It is very likely that SEMA members are currently working with creative and talented young professionals who are already moving the industry in new and different directions. They’re also the ones who have played major roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies—in areas that include marketing and product development—with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach and customer interaction.

They could be budding superstars at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that are sure to become big names in the future. What they’ll have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed. These are people who know what’s going on at the ground level, who see opportunities that are now forming and who travel in circles that may be very different from those of our “old-school” industry leaders.

Winners will be chosen based on their business successes, contributions to their organizations, industry knowledge and community involvement. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2017 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31, 2017.

By SEMA Editors

SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry who are age 35 and younger.

For the fifth consecutive year, SEMA News is looking to highlight top-tier talent in the automotive aftermarket industry age 35 and younger. If you know a leader in that age range as of September 1, 2017—whether they’re in manufacturing and design, marketing, retail, events and media, or distribution—SEMA News would like to hear from you.

It is very likely that SEMA members are currently working with creative and talented young professionals who are already moving the industry in new and different directions. They’re also the ones who have played major roles in leveraging new and emerging technologies—in areas that include marketing and product development—with a traditional automotive aftermarket business to expand company reach and customer interaction.

They could be budding superstars at an established company, entrepreneurs building their own brands or innovators who have launched companies that are sure to become big names in the future. What they’ll have in common are fresh ideas, enthusiasm, charisma and the drive to succeed. These are people who know what’s going on at the ground level, who see opportunities that are now forming and who travel in circles that may be very different from those of our “old-school” industry leaders.

Winners will be chosen based on their business successes, contributions to their organizations, industry knowledge and community involvement. We’ll honor the winners in the September issue of SEMA News and on www.sema.org.

Nominate a candidate now for the 2017 SEMA News 35 Under 35. Nominations are due May 31, 2017.