JR Hildebrand prepares for Pikes Peak challenge in Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Former IndyCar racer JR Hildebrand is set to participate in the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, known as the "Race to the Clouds." He will compete using a 1,250hp Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X hybrid. Hildebrand's preparation and choice of vehicle highlight his ambitions for the challenging course. The event will take place on June 27, 2026, and is known for its demanding conditions and steep elevation.
- •JR Hildebrand aims to conquer Pikes Peak this summer.
- •He drives a 1,250hp Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X hybrid.
- •The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is June 27, 2026.
- •The race is famous for its challenging elevation changes.
- •Hildebrand's IndyCar experience may play a crucial role.
- 4:04 PMRacer — RACER Weekly: A ’Vette, an Indy 500 vet, and a mountain to climb - JR Hildebrand’s Pikes Peak challenge
"Former IndyCar racer JR Hildebrand joins RACER Weekly to talk about the weapon of choice for his “Race to the Clouds” attempt, a 1,250hp Chevrolet Corvette ZR1X hybrid.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
IndyCar•Sep 11, 2026, 5:18 PMMore than just big numbers: How Year 2 for FOX IndyCar TV coverage was a standout
IndyCar•Sep 10, 2026, 10:26 PMPalou concludes successful IR-28 oval validation test for IndyCar at Indy
IndyCar•Sep 10, 2026, 4:05 PMIndyCar livestreaming Day 2 of IR-28 Speedway test at IMS
IndyCar•Sep 10, 2026, 3:53 PMIndyCar's Josef Newgarden will drive pace car for NASCAR Bristol Night Race
IndyCar•Sep 9, 2026, 10:51 PMRossi gives 2028 IndyCar its first oval run at IMS
IndyCar•Sep 9, 2026, 10:04 PMWhat Alexander Rossi thought after testing IndyCar's new car on IMS oval