Celebrating 65 Years of Over-The-Top Domination: The 2018 Corvette Carbon 65 Edition

In commemoration of Corvette's 65th anniversary, the newest 2018 Carbon 65 Edition will now be offered on current-model Grand Sport 3LTs, and the Z06 3LZ models as well. There will be only 650 of these numbered vehicles produced around the world, and this is going to be one automobile that any Corvette aficionado is not going to be able to wait to get their hands on. A new carbon-fiber rear spoiler as well as quarter ducts are two of the characteristics that will be noticed right away, as well as the awesome Ceramic Matrix Gray exterior color. As you are rapidly cruising down Dakota Avenue or Dartmouth Road, you're also gonna love the easy "grippiness" of the new carbon-fiber-rimmed steering wheel, and everything about the way this powerful machine will handle for you.

This is one of the brands in auto history that has truly become legendary, and there are simply not many others that can shake a stick at its prowess. The Carbon 65 honors just how awesome this classic car is, and gives anyone who wants to try out its raw power a chance to do so with extreme honor status. When you nab the Corvette with this package, you first score the ultra-cool ceramic matrix gray exterior, with some of them having a very tranquil yet menacing blue top.

The fender stripes and door graphics scream ability for pure road domination, and the darkly-cloaked black wheels with machined grooves paired with summer-only tires are ready for a speakeasy match on a deserted thoroughfare late at night. Carbon-fiber ground effects, hood section and roof, and quarter intake ducts are a few more features that you will enjoy with this very limited-edition keepsake, and proudly flaunt on any trek, long or short.

The center caps have a carbon logo, and as soon as you or your passengers step inside, you'll love the jet black suede-wrapped interior, with epic deep blue stitching, welcoming you to climb in and embark on a cruise. This exclusive package will run about $15,000 and will be available to complement the rest of the 2018 Corvette lineup during summer. The Stingray is going to turn many heads this year, as it will offer 19-inch and 20-inch rear wheels paired with tires that are meant to scorch the pavement only during the best months of the year: summer. You can even opt for magnetic ride control which is offered as a very special standalone choice for the model.

If the Grand Sport is the Corvette model that is really catching your eye, ceramic brakes are offered without the Z07 Performance Package, and a very menacing looking satin black center stripe is available with the Heritage Package. You get the standard killer-sounding HD digital radio on all 2018 models, as well as the very thorough Performance Data Recorder: the Cosworth Toolbox offers four additional data channels, individual wheel speeds, individual suspension displacements, as well as yaw rate and intake. If you are faced with the very common everyday act of backing out of a tight spot, the improved rear-view camera image features higher resolution than the last model, and a much wider angle.

The very first Corvette rolled out of the factory on June 30, 1953, in Flint, Michigan: there was a small number of only 300 built that year, and each of them sported the polo white color. This year is a perfect time to pay homage to what we believe is the most unique sports car brand on the planet, and come find us at West Chevrolet to see just how many fantastic features there are to catch your attention quickly.

Reaping the Benefits of Embracing the Crossover Concept: Chevy FNR-X

During 2015 at Auto Shanghai, Chevrolet announced to the world that they were putting in many hours figuring out the Find New Roads, or "FNR" concept car. Just within the last week, the iconic powerhouse of a brand that we love so much to represent provided more details on just how they are going to release and conceptualize the crossover vehicle. What is now the running model is quite a bit different from the original draft, and it has been admitted that the "all-purpose sports concept vehicle" has many kinks to eventually be worked out. Active grille shutters, adaptive suspension, and drag-reducing techniques for overall efficiency are all part of the plan that will earn many points for potential buyers.

At first look, the front appears a bit like a much-upgraded version of the Camaro ZL1, while the profile features a roof design that has a bit of float to it. Passengers that are getting on board int eh back will enjoy the rear-hinged doors, which will provide more room in the long run. With a long glance to the rear, there are some elements that are similar to what is seen on other current Camaro models, and envisioning what this car will look like in silver is properly modern. Many have commented this year that the Japanese element of feng shui is actually displayed here: the feel of this vehicle is definitely one that feels as if it has had the magic touch to appear "unstuck".

Proposed different drive modes are V for Versatility and S for Sport, and many passengers will love the high-tech fabric that the seats are proposed to be trimmed with. OLED displays will help with the entertainment options, and sensors will be able to detect which person is currently behind the wheel to automatically adjust settings. Where we really begin to get excited about the fun potential that this will unleash for anyone getting behind the wheel is the incorporation of an active suspension system: as the conditions of the road you are driving change, the auto will be able to have adjustable levels of ground clearance.

The spoilers that have been shown thus far are great in that they appear to adjust according to which driving mode is selected, and the lower center brake lights are menacingly cool: the time has finally come where consumers get to enjoy technology that looks and feels a bit like the infamous "Kitt" from "Knight Rider". There are some instances where a driver wants a rugged feel in a vehicle, and needs something that feels a bit old school. For any other instance under the sun, a vehicle like this is going to rule the moment: It drips with the true calling of the future, and run laps around the joy "The Jetsons" predicted we would get out of modern travel!

Camo Corvette ZR1 Spotted Doing Laps at Nurburgring: Details + Spot Check

Deep in the lush region of Rhineland in Germany, there is a 150,000+ capacity motorsports complex that is situated close to legendary castles, and houses the original "North Loup" track. The Grand Prix track built in 1984 is what many fans from around the globe come to see, but when a car is being put through a strenuous performance test, it is on the "Nordschliefe" segment of asphalt. Curious diehard auto racing fans always wonder which vehicles are roaring around the track at this legendary location, and we are receiving reports that lead us to believe the ZR1 Corvette is one of the latest and greatest that is zipping around the tight turns here.

Light Camouflage is what the car in question has been spotted touting, and it has been said to have a very large rear wing. Placed there to assure that the amount of downforce is ample, it reminds those who spotted the car of the big one on the Dodge Viper ACR. Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires are what has been spotted on the rig, which seems surprisingly lightweight in relation to the overall package of the ZR1. The last model on the market was able to provide 638 horsepower from a very supercharged 6.2-liter LS9. With the current Z06 pumping out 60, it is expected that this new ZR1 is going to have the ability to really move itself off the line at fever pitch. This is what the most avid of race enthusiasts would expect, as this legendary vehicle simply had to appear on a poster with a sporty red cover for decades to make any serious driver's mouth water.

The word that is out among many we trust is that the ZR1 will be unveiled at either an IMSA race, or the Corvette Museum itself. If you haven't ever been to Bowling Green KY to visit this sensational shrine, it is where you can take a peek at over 80 Corvettes, test your knowledge with fun kiosks, and get a souvenir from the famed Corvette store. Anyone who simply loves the finer elements of driving is going to be excited when the ZR1 finally hits the streets of Knoxville. We can't imagine just how exciting it will be to finally open one up freely on I-40 as the balmy breezes hit town.

Nurburgring is about the coolest and most unique location that the new 'Vette could be seen at during its final test run stage: it was the main venue for the German Grand Prix as part of the Formula One World Championship after World War II. While practicing for the 1961 German Grand Prix here, Phil Hill became the first driver to complete a lap of the Nordschleife in under 9 minutes. A testimony to stellar production, love of speed and cosmetic car satisfaction, the ZR1 is going to stoke the driving spirit from coast to coast, as its long-awaited release is finally unveiled in the very near future.