Topic: flat-plane crankshaft

Chevy's Corvette Flat Plane Crank: The Game-Changing Reason

The Chevrolet Corvette's mid-engine platform is enhanced by a 5.5-liter V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft, powering models like the Z06, ZR1, and the hybrid ZR1X, which is the fastest production Corvette ever. This engine design enables high-revving performance, with the Z06 reaching up to 8,600 rp...