With the roaring sound of engines and the smell of burnt rubber, the future is here for Corvette racing fans. The C8 Z06 GT3.R race car has arrived to update the iconic model that's been around since 1953.

Built at Corvette's plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky, the new race car will complete its first lap at the 2024 Rolex 24 at Daytona. The chassis used in the construction of the C8 Z06 GT3.R is identical to that of its road-going counterpart – with only a few alterations by supporting partner Pratt Miller Engineering adding a steel roll cage to meet regulation requirements.

The 5.5 Liter flat plane crank V8 powering this beast is assembled in Bowling Green as well – proudly sharing 70 percent of parts with its production engine sibling. With an aerodynamic design tailored for high-speed performance and downforce stability, drivers can expect speeds over 200 MPH on track days. Four cars will compete in the GTD PRO and GTD classes – each one featuring modern upgrades from their classic predecessors from decades before, such as improved braking systems, sleek bodywork, and powerful new engines boasting dizzying acceleration levels.

For all its beauty and performance, however, there's a certain poignancy attached to every Porsche race car, knowing that these machines are built primarily for competitive purposes but often doubling up as eye-catching Hollywood props in films like 'Le Mans' or 'Cannonball Run.' With memories like these embedded in our minds, it's no wonder why collectors flock after vintage models. At long last, all eyes turn towards Daytona, where anticipation mounts ahead of next year's inaugural running of the stunningly designed C8 Z06 GT3.R race car at this prestigious event.

NASCAR fans across America are watching closely as this dazzling, powerful vehicle takes center stage, ready to show off its awe-inspiring capabilities on a track unlike anything else on earth.