Corvette ZR1 Reaches 233 MPH with GM President Mark Reuss Behind the Wheel

The 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 has set a new top-speed record, making it the fastest car ever built by an American automaker. During a test at ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg in Germany, General Motors President Mark Reuss reached an impressive 233 mph in the ZR1, surpassing any production car priced under $1 million.

This two-way average speed was achieved on the straightaways of the High-Speed Oval Track, a historic milestone for Chevrolet and Corvette.

Reuss highlighted the significance of the Corvette’s mid-engine design, which was introduced in 2020, noting that it allowed for this unprecedented performance.

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The ZR1, featuring the most powerful V8 ever produced by an American manufacturer, exemplifies GM’s engineering excellence, utilizing advanced software, modeling, and hardware.

Key details about the Corvette ZR1’s record-setting run:

• The ZR1 featured a standard chassis and aerodynamic package, including Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires, carbon fiber ground effects, and aluminum wheels.
• Chevrolet developed a Top Speed Mode, adjusting the chassis controls for closed-course use to maximize speed.
• The 233 mph top speed was achieved at redline in sixth gear, with engineers monitoring data in real-time during the runs.
• The record was consistently replicated by five engineers and both ZR1 development cars, with multiple runs exceeding 230 mph.

The 2025 Corvette ZR1 boasts a 5.5L twin-turbocharged LT7 V8 engine, producing 1,064 horsepower and 828 lb-ft of torque.

The car features a carbon fiber aero package generating over 1,200 pounds of downforce at top speed and revives the iconic split rear window design. With its staggering performance, including a sub-10-second quarter mile, the ZR1 solidifies its place as the pinnacle of American supercars.

For more updates, fans can explore Corvette’s social media channels or check out Chevrolet’s mini-documentary on YouTube.

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