Is this a prototype for the Corvette Z06X? The shooters at KGP Photography caught a new Corvette Z06 prototype testing in the Rocky Mountains. The car is camouflaged from the A-pillars, forward—a state of testing that is noteworthy in that every Z06 coupe prototype spotted since its auto show unveiling has been uncovered (wearing only its graphic wrap). This prototype was also the only Corvette covered in its overnight parking spot. They're clearly trying to hide something.

When the car pulled onto the street, the passenger-side front wheel was suspended off the ground, suggesting some insanely stiff suspension settings.

It's hard to peg any definite design changes on this prototype, although its front-grille work is different than the official Z06. That may just be a temporary grille for testing purposes, but it is noteworthy that the grille mesh is significantly thinner than the standard Z06's, which could be considered a possible weight-savings measure. According to sources, some new C7-based prototypes were being built with thinner glass, which would point to a Z06X that is truly in the works.

Chevrolet announced that a new Corvette variant would be shown at the upcoming New York Auto Show. Could the appearance of this new Z06 prototype point to the pending auto show unveil? If so, perhaps it's the Z06X that's on tap to wow the New York Auto Show audience.

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Is this a prototype for the Corvette Z06X? The shooters at KGP Photography caught a new Corvette Z06 prototype testing in the Rocky Mountains. The car is camouflaged from the A-pillars, forward—a state of testing that is noteworthy in that every Z06 coupe prototype spotted since its auto show unveiling has been uncovered (wearing only its graphic wrap). This prototype was also the only Corvette covered in its overnight parking spot. They're clearly trying to hide something.

When the car pulled onto the street, the passenger-side front wheel was suspended off the ground, suggesting some insanely stiff suspension settings.

It's hard to peg any definite design changes on this prototype, although its front-grille work is different than the official Z06. That may just be a temporary grille for testing purposes, but it is noteworthy that the grille mesh is significantly thinner than the standard Z06's, which could be considered a possible weight-savings measure. According to sources, some new C7-based prototypes were being built with thinner glass, which would point to a Z06X that is truly in the works.

Chevrolet announced that a new Corvette variant would be shown at the upcoming New York Auto Show. Could the appearance of this new Z06 prototype point to the pending auto show unveil? If so, perhaps it's the Z06X that's on tap to wow the New York Auto Show audience.

Photo credit: KGP Photography

Is this a prototype for the Corvette Z06X? The shooters at KGP Photography caught a new Corvette Z06 prototype testing in the Rocky Mountains. The car is camouflaged from the A-pillars, forward—a state of testing that is noteworthy in that every Z06 coupe prototype spotted since its auto show unveiling has been uncovered (wearing only its graphic wrap). This prototype was also the only Corvette covered in its overnight parking spot. They're clearly trying to hide something.

When the car pulled onto the street, the passenger-side front wheel was suspended off the ground, suggesting some insanely stiff suspension settings.

It's hard to peg any definite design changes on this prototype, although its front-grille work is different than the official Z06. That may just be a temporary grille for testing purposes, but it is noteworthy that the grille mesh is significantly thinner than the standard Z06's, which could be considered a possible weight-savings measure. According to sources, some new C7-based prototypes were being built with thinner glass, which would point to a Z06X that is truly in the works.

Chevrolet announced that a new Corvette variant would be shown at the upcoming New York Auto Show. Could the appearance of this new Z06 prototype point to the pending auto show unveil? If so, perhaps it's the Z06X that's on tap to wow the New York Auto Show audience.

Photo credit: KGP Photography

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

	The Louisiana House of Representatives approved legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend.

Legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend was approved by the Louisiana House of Representatives. The bill now moves to the Senate Judiciary B Committee for consideration. Earlier this year, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) announced these dates to mark the fifth commemoration in what has become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. SAN is again working to secure a U.S. Congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance.

For more information, visit the SAN website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

	The Louisiana House of Representatives approved legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend.

Legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend was approved by the Louisiana House of Representatives. The bill now moves to the Senate Judiciary B Committee for consideration. Earlier this year, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) announced these dates to mark the fifth commemoration in what has become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. SAN is again working to secure a U.S. Congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance.

For more information, visit the SAN website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

	The Louisiana House of Representatives approved legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend.

Legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend was approved by the Louisiana House of Representatives. The bill now moves to the Senate Judiciary B Committee for consideration. Earlier this year, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) announced these dates to mark the fifth commemoration in what has become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. SAN is again working to secure a U.S. Congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance.

For more information, visit the SAN website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.

By SEMA Washington, D.C., Staff

	The Louisiana House of Representatives approved legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend.

Legislation to annually designate the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the second weekend in July as "Louisiana Collector Car Appreciation" weekend was approved by the Louisiana House of Representatives. The bill now moves to the Senate Judiciary B Committee for consideration. Earlier this year, the SEMA Action Network (SAN) announced these dates to mark the fifth commemoration in what has become an annual event to raise awareness of the vital role automotive restoration and collection plays in American society. SAN is again working to secure a U.S. Congressional resolution to recognize the day’s significance.

For more information, visit the SAN website. For details, contact Steve McDonald at stevem@sema.org.