Corvette Motorsport Data

Corvette's identity is inextricably linked to motorsport, with a legacy forged in the crucible of endurance racing. The modern era of factory-backed competition began in 1999 with the launch of the Corvette Racing program and the formidable C5-R. Since then, the team has become a dominant force in GT-class racing, primarily competing in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and its predecessor, the American Le Mans Series. Instantly recognizable by its signature yellow livery and menacing "Jake" skull logo, Corvette Racing has achieved remarkable success on the global stage, securing an impressive nine class victories at the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans. The program has evolved through generations of race cars, from the dominant front-engine C5-R, C6.R, and C7.R to the revolutionary mid-engine C8.R, which mirrored the radical shift in the production model's architecture. Now competing with the Z06 GT3.R, the team continues its mission, consistently battling European titans like Porsche and Ferrari. More than just a marketing exercise, Corvette's racing efforts serve as a high-speed development lab, transferring track-proven technology in aerodynamics, engine performance, and durability directly to its road-going supercars, cementing its status as an American performance icon.