Chevrolet provided flights from Los Angeles to Austin, Texas, and accommodation so Ars could be briefed on the new ZR1X and drive the ZR1. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. At the recent media launch of the ZR1,

Granted, the ZR1X doesn’t have the exotic carbon-fiber construction of the Ferrari and McLaren, or 3D-printed suspension parts. In fact, it’s largely similar to the two-wheel-drive ZR1, with the same bodywork. As with its sibling, the X will be offered in coupe and convertible form, and with and without the big-wing aero package and ZTK suspension.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X sets a new performance standard with a twin-turbo hybrid motor that delivers 1,250 HP and a top speed exceeding 230 mph.