Back in the early '90s, my dad took me to a Chevy dealer so we could take a 'vette for a walk, and I thought he was going to go with the salesman. Not only did he take me instead, he put me in the left seat. I wasn't sure what I was going to do; I didn't have *any* experience behind the wheel of a sports car. We made an easy right out of the dealership, and he directed me down the street to the first intersection (Thousand Oaks at Westlake) where he told me to make a left turn...which would take us uphill. I was the first car at the intersection, so when the left turn light went green and I started into turn, he said, "Stand on it." I goggled at him. "What?!" *"Stand on it!"* Though I had never done anything like this before, I firewalled the throttle, and the car *roared.* Suddenly we were rocketing up the hill, accelerating at a rate I had never imagined. I had that moment of uncertainty when it felt like the car was about to *run right out from under me,* though I remained firmly in the cockpit thanks to...well...the seat. There was no one else on the road at the moment, so I continued to accelerate to about 80 before he told me to let it coast; we didn't catch any air at the top of the hill, made a couple more left turns and went back to the dealer, where he proceeded to chew me out in front of the salesman for my grades. I saw this for what it was; I was in two honors societies, and consistently on the Dean's List, obviously this was to get us out of a sales pitch. I played my part of the irritated slacker and we went back home. I had not really shared my dad's love for cars until then. But that was my "comin' to Jesus" moment. Miss you, dad. 😞
John Davis is a living legend. I remember l started watching in the early 90s when l was around 10. I've grown older now but John doesn't age, l swear. lol
This is why John is absolutely unbeatable at these MotorWeek reviews. John really add the classic legendary touch to this channel. God bless you, John!
Loved the vid. You forgot to mention the standard Brembos and rotors that are a $8.5k option on the Z06 thus putting the Z06 at over $16k more than the Eray. Thank you Tadge, and Chevy, for making dreams come true.
Thanks, TEAM ….I also, been watching since early days ((?, unsure, but was great to figure out Telecast times on PUBLIC TV in, Northern Indiana, etc. ……..)….😊😊
For me, THIS would be the C8 Corvette to buy. It has the Z06 body but has the better sounding exhaust note from the traditional push rod, cross-plane crank V-8 engine found in the Stingray. With a stripped down Z06 body, now a better looking wing can be added like the one from the ZR-1, ground effects, front splitter and rear diffuser. There are so many quality aftermarket trim pieces to visually enhance this car. Also, different wheels are a definite must have.
@@smallbutdeadly931 I live both the C6, C7 and C8 Z06. But if I had a choice of just one, I would take the C8 Z06. Don't really care that it has not stick shift.
The last iteration of the NSX (which ended in 2022) was an excellent car. The issue was pricing and technical issues. The first year (2017) of the last generation hybrid NXS started at $157k as compared to the C7 corvette of the same year started at $57k. Even the new generation C8s started at only $60k in 2020. The 2024 E-Ray starts at $106k which is still an affordable performance bargain. The 2022 (final year) NXS started at $172k. Pricing, Pricing, Pricing!
now that i got to see this road test video of this Corvette E-Ray, i have got to say about this, in 5 Words, VERY FAST AND VERY TUFF. Well Done Chevrolet. i hope to see the ZR1 real soon in the months ahead.
I've been watching MW since I was a kid & always enjoyed watching the show but nvr enjoyed when they showed their performance numbers as they never ever could get good times out of any car they drove.
Your the BEST John. Thank you for making motor week what it is and always will be with you here. E ray has gone 10.5. But as you said, 100 degree days are not the best for ET's Thanks 😊 again John, been watching since the early 80's.😊😊😊
Great review. There are people putting twin turbos on these E-Rays and getting 9 sec 1/4 runs. Stock internals seem to be holding up. Corvette ZR1 review in the pipeline hopefully.
Front the looks of those front tires, a lot of auto journalists are having much fun 😁 Ran a 11 sec 1/4 mile with will spin. Definitely an easy 10 sec car
The car should be $20k more than the base C8. Because ~$5k less than the Z06 just makes the Z06 look like a better deal. Currently the E-Ray starting price is $104.9k and the Z06 is $110.1k.
Might just be the best Corvette buy ever. You get Carbon Ceramic Brakes (they cost $8,500 on the Z06), for 2025 the Gas Guzzler Tax is $3,000 (the E-ray does NOT have a Gas Guzzler tax), AND the Eray's entry level car is $5,000 less. SO, that comes out to a HUGE $16,500 savings for a car that's quicker than the Z06 (according to GM).
I like it just because it has the wide body. GM dropped the ball on the rear design of the standard Vette, but the wide body helps it look less bloated and having the look of it being designed by a Japanese tuner.
I would rather have the 'hard top'/targa top myself. I like to be able to see the engine. As for which model. I think I would be happy with the base model. The electronic suspension is the only option I would be interested in. But since I'll never be able to afford any of them. It doesn't really matter what I want
My favorite modern Corvette. At less than 120k, its kind of a bargain. The amount of performance you get for the money makes many cars seem pointless. I wish I could afford one, or even just a base Corvette. This one is so pretty too.
We're living in bazaar automotive times when a truck will pull those acceleration numbers. Things will be changing drastically with the introduction of solid state batteries. 😳
Hybrids have been cruising track record times, but i can't help but think of all overly complicated this tech is for a daily driver.... Then again, if one can afford this, they probably aren't concerned about money.
@@steveparish9210 I have owned several Volts through the years, while a decent car, the batteries and electronics had their issues (always something wrong). All problems were covered under warranty, but I did not dare keep them beyond that coverage.
We love you, John. As long as you host, I am still a kid.
💪🙏❤️
Yesss!👍
Well said...
Agreed, he's been a constant my entire life.
Grow up jone777
Acceleration between fun and alarming… The perfect place
Back in the early '90s, my dad took me to a Chevy dealer so we could take a 'vette for a walk, and I thought he was going to go with the salesman. Not only did he take me instead, he put me in the left seat. I wasn't sure what I was going to do; I didn't have *any* experience behind the wheel of a sports car. We made an easy right out of the dealership, and he directed me down the street to the first intersection (Thousand Oaks at Westlake) where he told me to make a left turn...which would take us uphill. I was the first car at the intersection, so when the left turn light went green and I started into turn, he said, "Stand on it."
I goggled at him. "What?!"
*"Stand on it!"*
Though I had never done anything like this before, I firewalled the throttle, and the car *roared.* Suddenly we were rocketing up the hill, accelerating at a rate I had never imagined. I had that moment of uncertainty when it felt like the car was about to *run right out from under me,* though I remained firmly in the cockpit thanks to...well...the seat.
There was no one else on the road at the moment, so I continued to accelerate to about 80 before he told me to let it coast; we didn't catch any air at the top of the hill, made a couple more left turns and went back to the dealer, where he proceeded to chew me out in front of the salesman for my grades.
I saw this for what it was; I was in two honors societies, and consistently on the Dean's List, obviously this was to get us out of a sales pitch. I played my part of the irritated slacker and we went back home.
I had not really shared my dad's love for cars until then. But that was my "comin' to Jesus" moment.
Miss you, dad. 😞
John D. the GOAT of auto reviewers, the voice, knowledge and delivery second to none.
Glad to see John's still got it for the show
No Nissan junk for him though. They let him out for the big dogs
I Hope to See Him 2031 For Motorweek 50th Anniversary. (smile)
The best auto show lever. No hype just an honest test of whatever John tests
John Davis is a living legend. I remember l started watching in the early 90s when l was around 10. I've grown older now but John doesn't age, l swear. lol
This is why John is absolutely unbeatable at these MotorWeek reviews. John really add the classic legendary touch to this channel. God bless you, John!
John, you’re a national treasure. My first auto reviewer, going back to 1990. Thank you for decades of dedicated auto reviews…
Now that's a bad ass ride, especially acceleration and slalom performance. I'd take one all blacked out. Good job GM!
Love you John have a good season! Great review
Will be looking forward to every episode! 😊
It's great to see you back for another season Mr Davis! Your a legend!
44 seasons of winning! With the Commander in Chief at the helm. It doesn't get any better than this.
Motor week is the BEST
Thats exactly what I was thinking! 40 years watching him, but now you don't have to wait until it comes on TV once a week
Loved the vid. You forgot to mention the standard Brembos and rotors that are a $8.5k option on the Z06 thus putting the Z06 at over $16k more than the Eray. Thank you Tadge, and Chevy, for making dreams come true.
it's a really decent vehicle when you consider the price
Over 40 years of Motorweek! I miss Pat Goss, r.i.p! But, John, keep rockin!!!
I love that John Davis is still at it!
This is what those Bafoons at Stellantis should have done with MOPAR. 😢😢😢
Amen 🙏 to that! They screwed up Dodge!
But straight six. Lol
Uuum, they tend to have way too many issues with their electric stuff already….
A hybrid Hellcat combo would’ve been insane.
@@revelare_xvii6269that would’ve been lightweight…
Thanks, TEAM ….I also, been watching since early days ((?, unsure, but was great to figure out Telecast times on PUBLIC TV in, Northern Indiana, etc. ……..)….😊😊
For me, THIS would be the C8 Corvette to buy. It has the Z06 body but has the better sounding exhaust note from the traditional push rod, cross-plane crank V-8 engine found in the Stingray.
With a stripped down Z06 body, now a better looking wing can be added like the one from the ZR-1, ground effects, front splitter and rear diffuser. There are so many quality aftermarket trim pieces to visually enhance this car. Also, different wheels are a definite must have.
I still prefer the C7 since you can still get those with a manual transmission
I agree. I'm exploring trading up to an E-Ray. I like the concept of AWD and the abundance of midrange torque.
@@smallbutdeadly931
I live both the C6, C7 and C8 Z06. But if I had a choice of just one, I would take the C8 Z06. Don't really care that it has not stick shift.
I love watching this, same John as John from the 80s, this guy is awesome.
Thank you John. Like many others said, we love you.
Watched this on my old two knob tv on for uhf and on for vhf and this just takes me back ❤to
Sad that Honda created a hybrid super car almost 10 years ago that’s very similar to this, but everyone hated it. Today, everyone is making one.
I never understood that. The NSX is an amazing car.
The last iteration of the NSX (which ended in 2022) was an excellent car. The issue was pricing and technical issues. The first year (2017) of the last generation hybrid NXS started at $157k as compared to the C7 corvette of the same year started at $57k. Even the new generation C8s started at only $60k in 2020. The 2024 E-Ray starts at $106k which is still an affordable performance bargain. The 2022 (final year) NXS started at $172k. Pricing, Pricing, Pricing!
Amazing car. Congratulations on your 44th season! John Davis is the man
So glad to see John back for the new season. It's just not MotorWeek without Mr. Davis!
44th season! Congratulations...JD still going strong. Love da jackets man.
Say what you want abiut the styling but the C8 in all forms has knocked it out the park based on performance
Everything changes but John is still here. "till you're 90".
Cheers from Canada!!! Great show!
that will dip into the 10's on a cool day.
not bad
Yea Chevrolet quotes them at like 10.4. I’m surprised it went 11.0 even in terrible air
Congrats to John and MotorWeek!
👌😎👍It’s so heartwarming seeing and listening to John Davis again!
Great way to start off the 44th season... Congrats John!
So much for the Ferrari or McLaren. This ain’t no heresy. This is badass excellent.
John The Goat if i was the Ceo of this company I would give him a bonus and trophy or something.. Very honest true dedication to a company
John is a legend. ❤
I was 14 when I started watching MotorWeek. I'm still watching.
What a beautiful car! I love the added tech "under the hood", but I think it's more impressive that it's being implemented in simple ways.
I am a Mustang guy all the way, but even I have to admit that thing is cool and fast as hell
now that i got to see this road test video of this Corvette E-Ray, i have got to say about this, in 5 Words, VERY FAST AND VERY TUFF. Well Done Chevrolet. i hope to see the ZR1 real soon in the months ahead.
Been watching all 44 years. John is the best in the biz! What a voice
Great car. I’ve been watching MW since 1993. Keep up the good work.
I've been watching MW since I was a kid & always enjoyed watching the show but nvr enjoyed when they showed their performance numbers as they never ever could get good times out of any car they drove.
John Davis is really good at this job
Your the BEST John. Thank you for making motor week what it is and always will be with you here.
E ray has gone 10.5. But as you said, 100 degree days are not the best for ET's
Thanks 😊 again John, been watching since the early 80's.😊😊😊
Only watching because of John, a legend.
This is what the NSX is supposed to be. Great job, corevette.
Best looking variant of the c8
Especially the color
Mr Davis sold me on this vette, looks like a riot!
44th season 😮
Congratulations 🙂
Great review. There are people putting twin turbos on these E-Rays and getting 9 sec 1/4 runs. Stock internals seem to be holding up. Corvette ZR1 review in the pipeline hopefully.
How is he not 137 years old? I hear that voice and I'm back in the 80s
Front the looks of those front tires, a lot of auto journalists are having much fun 😁
Ran a 11 sec 1/4 mile with will spin.
Definitely an easy 10 sec car
E beast with push rod power. Old school and new school.
16 years later this channel still films like it's the early 2000s
Cars that stir the soul get the most views on this channel. A six-figure car is aspirational for most.
So much better looking with the side stripe being body colored.
Their is no Motorweek without John Davis and RIP to Pat Goss
Waiting for the version with the 5.5 litre Z06 engine mated to the electric front. Heard it will be called Zora.
The car should be $20k more than the base C8. Because ~$5k less than the Z06 just makes the Z06 look like a better deal. Currently the E-Ray starting price is $104.9k and the Z06 is $110.1k.
Hello John! ..always wanted to say that
wow with that impressive 0-60 mph time I'm surprised to see only an 11 second 1/4 mile. Looks awesome though.
GM definitely knocked it out of the park with the new generation of Corvettes.
Are the pilot sport 4 s tires the performance tires?
Buying it 👌🙌🙏
ERay has the nicest wheels
I remember being a little kid reading there magazines and car and driver
Might just be the best Corvette buy ever. You get Carbon Ceramic Brakes (they cost $8,500 on the Z06), for 2025 the Gas Guzzler Tax is $3,000 (the E-ray does NOT have a Gas Guzzler tax), AND the Eray's entry level car is $5,000 less. SO, that comes out to a HUGE $16,500 savings for a car that's quicker than the Z06 (according to GM).
Ps: Thank you Team MotorWeek, for all the years of Work: thinking,I have been a FAN, since early days…..
isn't it scary that a 5 seater hyundai ionic 5n is just a tick slower and 40k less
Can one turn off tracking?
How long do the tires tend to survive?
what a shame theres 50 allen screws hiding the engine. Ferrari is proud to show its engine.
Very cool car and I’m sure it’s great to drive but I’ll take a Z06. Plenty of fast hybrids and EV’s out there but not many high revving NA V8s.
What a stunner
I like it just because it has the wide body. GM dropped the ball on the rear design of the standard Vette, but the wide body helps it look less bloated and having the look of it being designed by a Japanese tuner.
This car will easily be in the 10s.I would def take this over the Z06.Z06 just sounds better.
Sounds better than the Flat Plane Crank? 😂😂😂😂
And we'll be naming her Yvette the E-Vette.
Damn, this thing fast!
I would NOT call those all-season tires.
They're barely three-season tires. 1:29
Stellar 💥
I would rather have the 'hard top'/targa top myself. I like to be able to see the engine. As for which model. I think I would be happy with the base model. The electronic suspension is the only option I would be interested in. But since I'll never be able to afford any of them. It doesn't really matter what I want
I love the child slavry necessary for building EV's.
That Cobalt isn't going to mine itself.
What took ya so long. DeMuro did a review 11 months ago.
Press cars are plentiful in California...they take a bit longer to make their way to the East Coast.
@@Motorweek thanks for the reply
My favorite modern Corvette. At less than 120k, its kind of a bargain. The amount of performance you get for the money makes many cars seem pointless. I wish I could afford one, or even just a base Corvette. This one is so pretty too.
It’s less fuel efficient? Proof it’s all about performance!
They should give it the circular taillights.
The C8 I want
It does sound cool just wish they would a give it more power
We're living in bazaar automotive times when a truck will pull those acceleration numbers. Things will be changing drastically with the introduction of solid state batteries. 😳
Hybrids have been cruising track record times, but i can't help but think of all overly complicated this tech is for a daily driver.... Then again, if one can afford this, they probably aren't concerned about money.
Those specs are the same electric specs as the Chevy volts EV motor....and knowing gm.....I bet it is............
So?
@@steveparish9210 I have owned several Volts through the years, while a decent car, the batteries and electronics had their issues (always something wrong). All problems were covered under warranty, but I did not dare keep them beyond that coverage.
John, was it hella fast?
Sweet 👍🏻 👍🏻
Corvette ♥️♥️♥️
dodge could have done this same thing to keep the hemi...sad
lol, we are living in a time of 2.5 sec. Amazing
Dig it, but I'll stick with my C8 Z06.
Would’ve called it the Hy-Ray
Great show not do it on snow and ice
was the extra cheese intentional?