2027 Corvette Grand Sport Finishes 7th Overall in One Lap of America Debut
A preproduction 2027 Corvette Grand Sport, powered by a new 6.7L V8, placed 7th overall and 2nd in its class at the grueling One Lap of America endurance event.
- 7th
- 2nd in Stock GT
- 535 hp
What Happened
Over eight days, a preproduction 2027 Corvette Grand Sport competed in One Lap of America, a demanding event that combines timed racing at multiple venues with long highway drives between them. Starting with a wet skidpad and facing a points deficit, the team climbed through the standings to finish seventh overall and second in the Stock GT class. The car, equipped with the Z52 package and Michelin PS4S tires, ran without any mechanical issues.
Wet skidpad challenge; slow start leaves team in 52nd overall.
Nashville Super Speedway roval: Simrell places 11th and 12th, vaulting car to 20th overall.
Slinger Speedway oval (first Grand Sport on an oval) and Road America: enters top 10 overall.
Blackhawk Farms: strong points day moves car to 7th overall, 2nd in class.
Dry skid pad at Tire Rack: Simrell finishes 16th, securing 2nd in class and 7th overall.
“This was an incredible week and a true testament to this team and beyond. The car ran flawlessly all week with zero issues.”
Why this matters
The Grand Sport’s strong showing in a competition that blends track racing with long road transits demonstrates its versatility as both a capable sports car and a comfortable daily driver.
Terms in This Story
- One Lap of America
- A multi-day automotive competition where participants drive on public roads between timed racing events at various tracks.
- Roval
- A track layout that combines elements of a road course and an oval, featuring both turns and straights.
- Z-mode
- A customizable driving mode that allows the driver to adjust individual vehicle settings like suspension, steering, and powertrain.
- PTM
- Performance Traction Management, a system that optimizes traction and stability for track driving.
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