With a twin-turbo V8 engine producing 1,300 HP and an additional 300 HP electric motor, Blazin Rodz’s hybrid hypercar promises to exceed 200 mph and redefine the concept of classic performance in the modern era.
Blazin Rodz, a hot rod workshop based in Orange County, California — famous for its “Doughboy” Chevelle that went viral at SEMA 2024 — returns to this year’s event with an even bolder creation: the Chevrolet Camaro Hybrid Hypercar Project 1969. It’s a futuristic reinterpretation of the American icon, featuring limited production and hypercar-level performance.
1,600 HP hybrid power
The project combines a 5.8-liter twin-turbo R07 V8 engine, capable of delivering 1,300 horsepower, with a 300 HP electric motor mounted at the front. The all-wheel drive system and advanced electronic torque management ensure extreme performance, with a projected top speed above 210 mph (338 km/h).
The hybrid powertrain uses a liquid-cooled axial flux system powered by a custom 800-volt battery developed by Raeon UK. The setup includes regenerative braking and electronic clutch control to optimize launches and gear changes with surgical precision.
Cutting-edge engineering and design
Designed by Sean Smith, the Camaro Hybrid Hypercar features a full carbon fiber body and a modern chassis with custom-machined components, following engineering standards typical of European hypercars. The model showcases aggressive proportions and an aerodynamic profile that balances tradition with innovation.
The suspension, with a pending patent, combines torsion bars, pneumatic springs, and hydraulic rods, allowing dynamic real-time adjustment of stiffness and ride height. This provides both comfort on city streets and precision on race tracks.
Highlight at the SEMA Future Tech Studio
Visitors to SEMA 2025 will be able to see the Camaro on display at booth #24401 in the Central Hall, within the SEMA Future Tech Studio. The space will feature an OE-spec 1:3 scale model and a full-size front section showcasing the hybrid system and innovative suspension. The 2024 hit “Doughboy” will also share the space as an example of Blazin Rodz’s technological evolution.
Limited production and exclusivity
According to the company, manufacturing and initial engineering are already underway. The first tests and calibrations will begin before SEMA 2026, when deliveries are expected to start. The estimated price exceeds US$ 1.6 million, with exclusive customization options for each client.
Those interested in securing a unit can speak directly with Blazin Rodz representatives during the event to discuss technical details, schedule, and customization — a step toward one of the most advanced and desirable hybrid muscle cars of the era.
Source and images: Blazin Rodz / SEMA. Content created with AI and reviewed by the editorial team.
