Verus Engineering Turns the Stingray Into a Downforce Monster

Miami Herald

07-07-2025

When Chevrolet moved the engine behind the seats for the eighth-generation Corvette, it changed the nameplate's history. The C8 Stingray is no longer just America's sports car; it's become a legitimate rival to Europe's best. That's even more true with the arrival of the C8 Corvette ZR1 and the electrified Corvette ZR1X, both top-dog models aiming to stand toe-to-toe against supercars and hypercars on the other side of the big ol' pond. The Corvette Stingray now sits in rarefied company.
But what if you already have a Stingray and want visual and performance boosts? That's where Verus Engineering – the same company that worked with Ken Block's Hoonipig – comes in with its new range of aero upgrades, led by the Stage 3 Ventus package.
Verus Engineering's new aerodynamic kit for the C8 Stingray goes beyond looks, though it certainly makes a statement with that towering swan-neck rear wing. Developed in collaboration with Paragon Performance and tested on track, the kit was designed to improve real-world performance by reducing drag and increasing downforce at all four corners.
At the rear, a carbon fiber diffuser cleans up airflow under the car and improves tire grip by reducing lift. It works in tandem with a ducktail spoiler and the flagship V1X rear wing, which is adjustable and optimized specifically for the C8's profile.
Up front, dual-element canards and a carbon fiber front splitter with optional air dam channel airflow to the right places, adding usable downforce while maintaining aerodynamic balance. Even the side splitters are made from polyweave – a motorsport-grade material that resists cracking and warping under stress.
While a package is available, all the components are modular, meaning owners can start with a basic setup and add more aggressive pieces over time as needed.
Verus Engineering sells the kit in stages through its Ventus Package lineup, depending on the performance level you're after. The Stage 1 kit includes the front dive planes and rear diffuser, while the Stage 3 kit, as shown in the demo car, is the most aggressive setup available and aimed at serious track use.
Verus Engineering didn't reveal the pricing for the whole kit, though individual prices for each part are available. The rear diffuser is priced at $2,000, while the side splitters come in at $650. The front splitter costs $2,000, with an optional carbon air dam available for an additional $850. The showpiece V1X rear wing, optimized for maximum rear-end downforce, is listed at $5,995. Optional upgrades such as CAM XM plates and splitter end plates can also be added for further aero refinement.
All parts are now available for purchase directly from Verus Engineering's website. And, if ever you own the more aggressive Corvette Z06, it looks like the company's already working on a set of aero parts for the model.
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