13 Corvette E-Rays Unveiled as 2026 Indy 500 Festival Cars

The hybrid Corvettes will be part of the pre-race festivities at the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:08pm

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An abstract, motion-blurred image of 13 Corvette E-Rays in vibrant shades of white, blue, and red, conveying the speed and energy of the Indianapolis 500 Festival.The 13 Corvette E-Rays selected as official vehicles for the 2026 Indianapolis 500 Festival will bring a touch of hybrid performance to the iconic pre-race celebrations.Indianapolis Today

The Indianapolis Motor Speedway has revealed the official vehicles for the 2026 Indianapolis 500 Festival, which will include 13 Corvette E-Rays alongside 37 Silverado RST Pickup Trucks. The Corvette E-Rays will be finished in Arctic White with Santorini Blue interiors, featuring the Indy 500 logo on the doors and a modified Stars & Steel limited edition graphics package.

Why it matters

The inclusion of the Corvette E-Rays in the Indy 500 Festival lineup highlights Chevrolet's continued involvement in the iconic race, as well as the growing popularity of hybrid performance vehicles. This marks the first time the E-Ray model has been featured as part of the pre-race festivities.

The details

The 13 Corvette E-Rays will be equipped with the three-stanchion rear spoiler and visible carbon fiber wheels with a red stripe. The graphics package includes the Indy 500 logo on the doors and a nod to America's 250th Anniversary on the front hood and rear spoiler end plates. A CORVETTE banner will also appear on the top of the rear spoiler.

  • The 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 will take place on Sunday, May 25, 2026.
  • The official pace car livery for the 2026 Corvette ZR1X Indy 500 Pace Car will be unveiled in April 2026.

The players

Indianapolis Motor Speedway

The historic racetrack that hosts the annual Indianapolis 500 race.

Chevrolet

The automotive brand that has provided the official pace car for the Indianapolis 500 since 1948 and is now featuring its Corvette E-Ray hybrid model as part of the festival lineup.

Curt Cignetti

The Indiana University championship-winning head football coach who will serve as the honorary driver for the 2026 Indianapolis 500.

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What they’re saying

“We find it curious that the official press release posted on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway's website failed to make ANY mention the 13 Corvette E-Rays and only focused on the 33 Silverado Trucks.”

— Keith Cornett, Author

What’s next

The 13 Corvette E-Rays used as festival vehicles will be offered for sale at Indianapolis-area Chevy dealers as Certified Pre-Owned vehicles once the race is over.

The takeaway

The inclusion of the Corvette E-Rays in the Indy 500 Festival lineup showcases Chevrolet's continued commitment to the iconic race and the growing popularity of hybrid performance vehicles. This marks a significant milestone for the E-Ray model and highlights the brand's ability to adapt to changing automotive trends while maintaining its racing heritage.