Chevrolet isn’t just keeping fans waiting for the fire-breathing 1,064-hp ZR1—it’s giving the entire C8 range a thoughtful refresh. Fresh styling cues and meaningful tech updates foreshadow the ZR1’s arrival. Notable upgrades include a cleaner cabin layout, enhanced infotainment interface, retuned traction settings, standard carbon brakes on ZTK models, and an electrochromic Targa roof—modern touches that elevate the Corvette’s already striking formula ahead of 2026.
Instead of letting the ZR1 ride in on outdated hardware, Chevy is overhauling key systems to match expectations. Earlier prototype interiors looked unfinished, but production models promise refinement. Deliveries begin with 2025 builds, yet orders for the 2026 version won’t lag far behind. Global Vice President Scott Bell emphasizes Corvette’s role in shaping the premium sports car market—and these updates certainly help reinforce that positioning.
Tech features see a significant step forward inside the cabin. Screens now dominate the layout, with a 12.7-inch infotainment display, a vivid 14-inch instrument cluster, and an added 6.6-inch touchscreen by the driver. Google Built-in enhances the interface with seamless app integration and voice functionality. Corvette also borrows key digital tools from the E-Ray, including detailed temperature monitoring and an updated acceleration timer embedded within a customizable gauge layout.
Gone is the divisive button strip that once split opinions—and cabins. Controls for HVAC now tuck neatly beneath the main display, offering a more cohesive look, albeit with reduced accessibility for passengers. A reshaped drive mode selector joins a relocated wireless charger. Even the redesigned cupholders show attention to ergonomics, as Chevy’s engineers leave no stone unturned in pursuit of improved daily usability.
Style updates don’t stop at pixels and plastics. Chevy’s materials team took the opportunity to refine every visible and tactile surface. New colors like Very Dark Atmosphere and Santorini Blue join the palette, alongside an interior mix of textures. One configuration splits red and black across driver and passenger zones—a daring asymmetry designed to accentuate the cockpit focus and distinguish Corvette from more conventional sports cars.
Targa roof panels now adopt advanced dimming tech, letting drivers fine-tune transparency on the fly—reminiscent of aircraft-grade glass. Enthusiasts will appreciate the PTM Pro mode, which leaves ABS active while disabling other driver aids. Confirmed upgrades in the ZTK track pack include gigantic 10-piston front calipers and carbon-ceramic rotors—the largest braking setup ever offered on a street-legal Corvette. Details on pricing remain tightly guarded.
