GM approves a new Camaro - Page 2

RIPws6 · 04-07-2026, 06:00 PM

Two quotes from the article:

“The General has approved a replacement for the Chevy Camaro,”
“the Chevy Camaro replacement we’re discussing here might not be exactly what you would expect.”

To me, a replacement means the Camaro is being replaced by something else to fill the void.
Hopefully,they learned their lesson with the over priced Chevy SS and the should know full well that a rear wheel drive V8 with four doors can fail miserably no matter what it replaces if not done right.
All wheel drive tech is definitely the way to go if they are listening.
This article is encouraging, but has enough gray area to warrant considerable amount of caution before getting your hopes up.

2SS Capt · 04-07-2026, 06:42 PM

Would love to see a true 7th Gen Camaro with the new 6.7L LS6 engine...

MisterMarauder · 04-07-2026, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bishopts

Don't get your hopes up. Crossovers fit on sedan chassis too.

That production line in Lansing doesn't make crossovers, so it'd require some extensive retooling I'd imagine. I think Occam's razor applies here and a passenger car continuing on the outgoing CT4 assembly line makes the most sense.

texSSin · 04-07-2026, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2SS Capt

Would love to see a true 7th Gen Camaro with the new 6.9L LS6 engine...

This and offer a manual and call it the Z28.

NYTMARE23 · 04-07-2026, 06:55 PM

Hello 7th Gen Camaro Crossover Hybrid Electric SUV!!

What an insult to the Camaro name and a joke....no way they're putting the LS6 in it. It's also not going to be a RWD front engine V8 coupe like we've known it to be and/or want, unfortunately.

Of course, I'm relying on reverse karma here to work it's magic

, but I won't get my hopes up too soon, yet.

piening2150 · 04-07-2026, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterMarauder

That production line in Lansing doesn't make crossovers, so it'd require some extensive retooling I'd imagine. I think Occam's razor applies here and a passenger car continuing on the outgoing CT4 assembly line makes the most sense.

That's not how automotive assembly lines work though. CT5, CT4, and Camaro all ran down the same line. Before that the CTS and ATS in coupe, sedan, and wagon (CTS only) forms. Also the SRX crossover, once upon a time.

I think you're right, that they won't do a crossover, but if they did do one based on Alpha 2 (Camaro or not) it would definitely be built there. Alpha 2 is a flexible RWD/AWD platform with a variety of powertrains. Adding a minor ride height lift and a wagon-ish body wouldn't be very hard.

bishopts · 04-07-2026, 07:35 PM

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/10...-cadillac-ct5/

If it's going to be built alongside the next ct5 then it's probably a good idea to stay up to date on that progress also

bishopts · 04-07-2026, 07:37 PM

Ct5 with a manual and a camaro face would be fun. I don't know if i could call it a camaro tho.

ItsChristianInHD · 04-07-2026, 07:38 PM

Apparently executives saw a very short video of a “bumble bee” and then a “roaring v8” at the end of the clip in Vegas.

MisterMarauder · 04-07-2026, 08:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by piening2150

That's not how automotive assembly lines work though. CT5, CT4, and Camaro all ran down the same line. Before that the CTS and ATS in coupe, sedan, and wagon (CTS only) forms. Also the SRX crossover, once upon a time.

I think you're right, that they won't do a crossover, but if they did do one based on Alpha 2 (Camaro or not) it would definitely be built there. Alpha 2 is a flexible RWD/AWD platform with a variety of powertrains. Adding a minor ride height lift and a wagon-ish body wouldn't be very hard.

The Lansing Grand River Assembly plant only assembles passenger cars though. No CUVs/SUVs.

I don't think it's any coincidence that the Camaro is getting revived when the CT4 goes away. They'll be utilizing the same assembly line.

beowulf556 · 04-07-2026, 08:14 PM

They are going to copy what they did with the electric mustang no doubt.

bishopts · 04-07-2026, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MisterMarauder

The Lansing Grand River Assembly plant only assembles passenger cars though. No CUVs/SUVs.

I don't think it's any coincidence that the Camaro is getting revived when the CT4 goes away. They'll be utilizing the same assembly line.

Never really know. The subaru crosstrek was just an impreza with a lift kit.
Throw a wagon rear and a lift on a ct5 and it will be a crossover.

p47dman · 04-07-2026, 08:24 PM

I was driving from Grand Rapids to Galesburg last week and I am pretty sure that I saw it on 94.

MisterMarauder · 04-07-2026, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bishopts

Never really know. The subaru crosstrek was just an impreza with a lift kit.
Throw a wagon rear and a lift on a ct5 and it will be a crossover.

04-07-2026, 06:00 PM	#15
RIPws6 Drives: 2019 2SS Riverside Blue Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 426	Two quotes from the article: “The General has approved a replacement for the Chevy Camaro,” “the Chevy Camaro replacement we’re discussing here might not be exactly what you would expect.” To me, a replacement means the Camaro is being replaced by something else to fill the void. Hopefully,they learned their lesson with the over priced Chevy SS and the should know full well that a rear wheel drive V8 with four doors can fail miserably no matter what it replaces if not done right. All wheel drive tech is definitely the way to go if they are listening. This article is encouraging, but has enough gray area to warrant considerable amount of caution before getting your hopes up. Last edited by RIPws6; 04-07-2026 at 06:03 PM. Reason: Spelling

04-07-2026, 06:42 PM	#16
2SS Capt 2020 Shadow Gray 2SS Drives: 2020 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, CAI Join Date: Dec 2019 Location: SoCal Posts: 3,808	Would love to see a true 7th Gen Camaro with the new 6.7L LS6 engine... __________________ 2020 SGM 2SS - A10, NPP, MRC, Red Calipers, Black Fender Badge, Footwell Lighting *After delivery:* - GMP CAI, GMP Black Strut Tower Brace, MRR017 1LE Wheels, SS Armrest, Black Fuel Door, Stainless Pedals, SS Wheel Caps, GM Splash Guards, DD Smoked LED Markers, Smoked Rear Reflectors, Mishimoto Catch Can, Xpel PPF-Full Front & Rockers, 35% Tint, CeramicPro coated, RST Stainless Brake Lines, Castrol SRF, MSD Plug Wires, Mamo V3 Ported TB *Left: My "fun" ride (475 HP). Right: My "work" ride (52,000 HP): a Gulfstream G600. One's top speed is 180 Mph, the other, 620 Mph. BOTH AWESOME to operate...* Last edited by 2SS Capt; 04-07-2026 at 06:48 PM. Reason: Corrected displacement typo...

04-07-2026, 06:55 PM	#19
NYTMARE23 NYTMARE23 Drives: Black 2023 ZL1 A10 Join Date: Oct 2022 Location: Nebraska Posts: 665	Hello 7th Gen Camaro Crossover Hybrid Electric SUV!! What an insult to the Camaro name and a joke....no way they're putting the LS6 in it. It's also not going to be a RWD front engine V8 coupe like we've known it to be and/or want, unfortunately. Of course, I'm relying on reverse karma here to work it's magic, but I won't get my hopes up too soon, yet. __________________ 2023 A10 ZL1 "NYTMARE" ‐‐--------------------------------------------------------

04-07-2026, 07:38 PM	#23
ItsChristianInHD Drives: 2017 Camaro 2LT RS 3.6L Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: Orange Park, Florida Posts: 1,385	Apparently executives saw a very short video of a “bumble bee” and then a “roaring v8” at the end of the clip in Vegas. __________________ 2017 2LT RS 3.6L A8.

04-07-2026, 08:14 PM	#25
beowulf556 Drives: Camaro SS 1LE M6 Join Date: Feb 2024 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 449	They are going to copy what they did with the electric mustang no doubt. __________________ 2018 Camaro SS 1LE M6 Stainless Works Headers & X pipe \| Redline Axleback \| E85 \| Rotofab \| Soler Ported TB \| LT2 Manifold

04-07-2026, 07:35 PM	#21
bishopts Drives: 2017 2ss 6mt Join Date: Mar 2024 Location: dallas Posts: 1,485	https://gmauthority.com/blog/2025/10...-cadillac-ct5/ If it's going to be built alongside the next ct5 then it's probably a good idea to stay up to date on that progress also

04-07-2026, 07:37 PM	#22
bishopts Drives: 2017 2ss 6mt Join Date: Mar 2024 Location: dallas Posts: 1,485	Ct5 with a manual and a camaro face would be fun. I don't know if i could call it a camaro tho.

04-07-2026, 08:24 PM	#27
p47dman Drives: 2024 Camaro 1SS Join Date: Mar 2024 Location: Minnesota Posts: 434	I was driving from Grand Rapids to Galesburg last week and I am pretty sure that I saw it on 94.