21May 2023 by controllers
A Brief Overlook of the Eighth-Generation Corvette (C8)

A Brief Overlook of the Eighth-Generation Corvette (C8)

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Discover Vette Vues' brief overlook of the Eighth-Generation Corvette: Everything You Need to Know Before Buying a New or Used C8! If you're a Corvette enthusiast, you know that the Eighth-Generation Corvette is a C8. And if you're in the market for a C8 Corvette, you need to know all the facts, features, and changes before you decide on your purchase, whether new or used. That's why we've created this brief overlook into the C8 Corvette history - to help you make an informed decision and understand the full capabilities of this amazing vehicle and the changes along the way. From performance specs and engine options to exterior design and interior features, this guide will provide you with an overview of what you need to know about the C8 Corvette's…
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08Oct 2021 by vettevues
2021 Final Corvette Production Numbers

2021 Final Corvette Production Numbers

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2021 Final Corvettes Production Numbers: Chevrolet has released the final stats.  Find out your favorite body style, colors, options, and accessories on the second-year edition of the C8 Corvette Stingray.  At the end of the article, there is a downloadable pdf where you can examine the comprehensive list. 2021 Final Corvette Production Numbers Now Accessible Chevrolet has released the 2021 Final Corvettes Production Numbers for the mid-engine. We have the built and the options breakdown.  We have a printable pdf you can download – the link is at the end of the article. There was a total of 26,216 2021 Corvette Stingrays manufactured at the GM Bowling Green Assembly plant in Kentucky.  In the first year of the 2020 C8 mid-engine Corvette, a total of 20,368 were produced. That means…
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15Jul 2021 by vettevues
CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY – EUROPEAN LAUNCH EDITIONS

CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY – EUROPEAN LAUNCH EDITIONS

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UPDATE: On July 8, 2021, the first-ever Chevrolet Corvette for the UK market was launched in the Michelin Supercar Paddock at Goodwood Festival of Speed! RHD C8 Corvette Reveal Photos shared on Oliver Gavin's Facebook page of the Corvette Stingray Right Hand Drive reveal at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Michelin 2021. Photos shared on Oliver Gavin's Facebook page of the Corvette Stingray Right Hand Drive reveal at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Michelin 2021. Photos shared on Oliver Gavin's Facebook page of the Corvette Stingray Right Hand Drive reveal at the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Michelin 2021. Corvette Stingray RHD C8 Mid-Engine Reveal - Photos Credits from Olive Gavin's Facebook post The European Edition Corvette C8 Stingrays are due on sale in October 2021 in Europe.…
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12May 2021 by vettevues
2021 Corvette Convertible to Pace the Indy 500 for the 18th Time

2021 Corvette Convertible to Pace the Indy 500 for the 18th Time

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https://youtu.be/Yet7icPsNKE Officials unveiled the 2021 pace car for this year's Indy 500. The 2021 mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette Stingray hardtop convertible is the pace car for the 105th Running of the 2021 Indianapolis 500. This marks the 18th time that a Corvette has served as the pace car for the race–and the 32nd time a Chevy has paced the field. The last time Corvette was the pace car was in 2008. Arctic White StingraySky Cool Gray and Strike Yellow upholsteryIndianapolis 500 logosExclusive stripe packageUnique Stingray decalsFour lights into each of the tonneau cover nacellesStrobe lights in the headlights, front louvers, and taillights PRESS RELEASE: May 11, 2021, By Indianapolis Motor Speedway 2021 Mid-Engine Corvette Stingray Convertible to Lead Field to Green Flag of 105th Indianapolis 500 Presented by Gainbridge This is…
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18Mar 2021 by vettevues
Corvette Racing’s C8.Rs Special Mobil 1 Livery at Sebring 2021

Corvette Racing’s C8.Rs Special Mobil 1 Livery at Sebring 2021

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The 69th Annual Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring Presented By Advance Auto Parts took place March 17-20, 2021. Corvette Racing has unveiled a pair of one-off liveries for its two C8.R models. The No. 3 car will be driven by the latest Rolex 24 winners Jordan Taylor, Antonio Garcia, and Nicky Catsburg. The No. 4 car will feature Tommy Milner, Nick Tandy, and Alexander Sims who replace recently-retired Marcel Fassler. The 2021 Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring marks a quarter-century partnership between Corvette Racing and Mobil 1. To celebrate this monumental 25-year milestone, which has resulted in over 100 wins, both Corvette Racing entries on the track will feature brand-new silver liveries. For the first time since 1999, the primary silver will match the color featured on bottles…
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10Feb 2021 by vettevues
Chevrolet Dominates Daytona 500 Pace with Corvette, Camaro, and Silverado Models

Chevrolet Dominates Daytona 500 Pace with Corvette, Camaro, and Silverado Models

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Chevrolet Paced Daytona with 1370 Total Horsepower Corvette, Camaro, and Silverado Paced Three Different NASCAR Touring Series Corvette, Camaro and Silverado are set to pace three different NASCAR touring series races this weekend. Each Chevrolet model powered by a distinct variant of Chevy’s famed 6.2L small block V-8 engine with ties to Chevrolet Cup Series racing engines. (HHP/Harold Hinson) February 2021 at the Dayton International Speedway, Chevrolet paced all three NASCAR national touring series races. Each season-opening race was paced by a different Chevrolet model powered by a distinct variant of Chevy’s famed 6.2L small block V-8 engine with ties to Chevrolet Cup Series racing engines. Chevrolet's three pace vehicles produced a cumulative 1370 horsepower. The mid-engine Corvette Stingray coupe will serve as the pace car for the renowned Daytona…
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04Jan 2021 by vettevues
[Video] TEAM’S JOURNEY TO BUILD THE MID-ENGINE SUPERCAR

[Video] TEAM’S JOURNEY TO BUILD THE MID-ENGINE SUPERCAR

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The Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story – Part 2 - Engineering Chevrolet released (January 4, 2021) the second chapter of its two-part documentary: “Revolution: The Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story.” This episode follows the Corvette engineering team’s journey to build a supercar for every day – with superior ride comfort on the highway and well-balanced handling on the track – while also chronicling the rigorous performance testing process at the most demanding track in the world. Filmed on location at GM Test Center Nürburgring GM Test Center Nürburgring TEAM’S JOURNEY TO BUILD THE MID-ENGINE SUPERCAR https://youtu.be/VLIc2rzwYTg In this video you will hear from the following engineers and Former Corvette Racing Driver: The Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story - Part 2 Tadge Juechter - Executive Chief Engineer Michael Petrucci - Corvette Lead Development Engineer Ken…
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23Dec 2020 by vettevues
[Video] REVOLUTION: the Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story (December 2020) – Part 1: Design

[Video] REVOLUTION: the Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story (December 2020) – Part 1: Design

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Our video today is a Corvette Design Documentary by General Motors. It is filmed on location at the GM Design Center in Warren, Michigan (You can find Part 2 Here) Mid-Engine Corvette Development Story - Part 1 Part 1: You will find the following designers in this Corvette Mid-Engine development story: Design Tom Peters: Former Director, Exterior Design, GM Performance Car Studio Brett Golliff: Color and Trim Design Manager, Global Chevrolet at GM Vlad Kapitonov: Lead Designer, Performance Car Exteriors, Corvette Kirk Bennion: Exterior Design Manager for Corvette at GM Tristan Murphy: Interior Design Manager, GM https://vette-vues.com/video-teams-journey-to-build-the-mid-engine-supercar/ AND NOW OUR VIDEO... https://youtu.be/0S8tmoAk15U Here are some other articles on the new C8 Mid-Engine Corvette you might enjoy: https://vette-vues.com/2021-corvette-pricing-new-features-press-release-july-8-2020/ https://vette-vues.com/23-videos_2020-c8-corvette/ https://vette-vues.com/2020-c8-corvette-quickest-in-history/ https://vette-vues.com/tonawanda-build-6-2l_small_block_v8_2020_corvette/ We are continually adding posts to our blog. You can…
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17Aug 2020 by vettevues
Video: Chief Engineer Tadge Juechter Talks About What’s New on 2021 Corvette

Video: Chief Engineer Tadge Juechter Talks About What’s New on 2021 Corvette

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Petersen Automotive Museum held a video series called "Car Week." In this video Tadge Juechter, Chief Engineer of the @Chevrolet #Corvette C8 talks about its future and new changes that will be on the 2021 Corvettes. Skip to 1:15 to watch: C8 Tech Talk with Tadge Juechter How much do you know about the C8 Corvette? Join us for an exclusive talk with Chief Engineer, Tadge Juechter as he discusses the C8, what makes it so special and what is in store for future variants! https://youtu.be/aYE--LGWMw4 Here is what will be new on the 2021 Corvette: Magnetic Selective Ride Control suspension, which is new for non-Z51 models. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay/wireless Android autoRed Mist Metallic Tintcoat exterior colorSilver Flare Metallic exterior colorSky Cool Gray/Yellow Strike interior colorNew full-length dual racing…
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08Jul 2020 by vettevues
2021 Corvette Pricing, Features, and Specifications

2021 Corvette Pricing, Features, and Specifications

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Introducing the all-new 2021 Corvette - its pricing, features, and specifications. The most powerful, fastest, and best handling Corvette ever. 2021 Corvette Pricing and specifications were released in the following press releases. As of the date of this blog posts, the Corvette Bowling Green, Kentucky assembly plant is back in operation and hitting full stride with the production of the 2020 Corvette. Vette Vues learns that the Corvette convertible will be produced in the model year 2020 as first announced. For those of you who are waiting for your new C8 Corvette Stingray, 2020 we are happy to report that Corvette’s model year, has not been curtailed as some speculated, but actually extended. In our August 2020 issue of Vette Vues Magazine (now at press) Ken Kayser reports that "Some…
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