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Video: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Spotted on the Set of Captain America: Winter Soldier
A lot of automakers have taken to movie tie-ups to promote their latest line of vehicles. Audi, in particular, has done it in all the Iron Man movies. Well, now it looks like Chevrolet is doing the same, except that instead of Iron Man, it’s tying up with Captain America. In this video captured by YouTube user Jason Vandervliet, a black 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray was seen making an appearance in the set of Captain America: Winter Solider in Washington D.C. The car, it appears, was being driven by Scarlet Johansson who plays Black Widow in the movie. Look a little closer and you might notice what looks like Chris Evans, who plays Captain America, coming up to the Corvette to have a little chat with his co-star. There has been no confirmation regarding a potential marketing partnership between Marvel Studios and Chevrolet. But if there is one, they couldn’t have picked a better car to promote than the Corvette Stingray. Full story
Rumormill: 2014 Corvette Stingray to Pace the 2013 Indy 500  The Chevrolet Corvette has a storied history of lapping the Indianapolis 500 that dates all the way back to 1978. In fact, the Corvette leads all cars with a total of 11 appearances as the pacesetter for the famous race, including five straight years from2004 through 2008. Now with the all-new 2014 Corvette Stingray hitting showrooms soon, it was only a matter of time before Indy asked Chevy to allow the `Vette to pace the race again. Well, apparently that timeframe was much shorter than we originally thought. According to Road and Track, the Stingray will be the pace car for the 2013 running of the Indy 500. In fact, they even caught the model testing with camo covering the “Official Pace Car” logo on the rocker panels. The reports aren’t officially confirmed yet, but the sources are rather reliable and the spy shots the R and T dug up are pretty convincing. What’s more, this will likely bring an “Official Pace Car” package to the 2014 Corvette Stingray lineup. We’ll keep an eye out for confirmation and bring you more information as soon as possible. *Image Note: The above image is of the Corvette Stingray, not the “Official Pace Car.”
2014 Corvette Stingray Z51 Though it doesn’t bring increased power to the table — a privilege reserved for the future Z06 or a ZR1 – the new Z51 package for the Corvette Stingray does bring along significant upgrades that customers can benefit from, if they regularly plunder a track. With this package installed, your Corvette Stingray will be fitted with a dry-sump oiling system that plays a crucial role while cornering, slightly shorter gear ratios, larger-capacity Bilstein dampers, a rear-stabilizer bar and forged rims that have grown up to 19 inches up front and 20 inches in the rear, an inch bigger than the standard Stingray. What can arguably be called the most significant addition is the limited slip differential — an electronically controlled hydraulic clutch pack – which modulates the rate at which the differential transfers torque across the axle. When the car corners, the LSD acts like an open differential to reduce understeer, but when power is added, electronic slip diff is engaged to handle the traction and balance it all out. Along with ride tweaks, the Z51 also focuses on the tweaking the aerodynamics of the Stingray. While the standard one has impressive figures, the Z51 package makes it better with the addition of a rear spoiler to keep it planted to the ground and gaping air inlets at the rear fenders to cool transmission and differential. People opting for the Z51 package have the option to choose the Magnetic Ride Control that promises track-like performance with a more comforting ride for $1,795. All of these upgrades play a role in its impressive cornering at 1.0g and a 0 to 60 sprint of less than 4 seconds. GM has set the package at a premium of $8,005, bringing the total cost for the Stingray Z51 to $60,000. We are still uncertain if the Z51 package will be available on the convertible model; if so, the package total will be $65,000. Though the C7 Stingray is proving to be a great track-day car, as well as a pleasant cruiser, the Z51 package takes the excitement and thrill of driving the new Corvette Stingray up a notch. UPDATE 4/26/13: GM has released the pricing and more details on the Z51 package.
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible
Once Chevrolet dropped the new-generation Corvette Stingray, it was just a matter of time before the convertible version would hit the market. Today was the day it happened, as the new Stingray Convertible made its world debut at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show. The convertible version is nearly identical to the coupe version, except of course its three-ply fabric top that opens and closes at speeds up to 30 mph. Next to this innovative concept, the convertible version also features sound-absorbing padding and a glass rear window - all features that contribute to a quieter cabin and a more premium appearance. The new Stingray Convertible will be put on sale in late 2013. UPDATE 04/26/13: GM has just released nearly all of the pricing details on the Corvette Stingray Convertible, as well as standard features and options. See the details after the jump. Click past the jump to read all about the 2014 Stingray Convertible Full story 2014 Chevrolet Corvette StingrayAfter months of speculation, spy shots and “leaked” 3-D images raising the anticipation level and the excitement of the fanboy in us, here it is folks, The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, and yes, the iconic Stingray name is back since it was last seen in the ‘Vette C3. As promised, Chevrolet has taken off the wraps of what’s arguably one of the most highly anticipated cars in 2013 at the Detroit Motor Show. This is the day we at TopSpeed have been waiting for since all of this C7 talk started about a year ago. Rather than calling it the “Corvette,” Chevy boldly calls it the “New Corvette.”Calling it “New” is absolutely correct, as everything on the car is brand new. From a new design to a new powertrain to a brand new interior, Chevrolet has revolutionized every nook and cranny of the `Vette. But it still has that modern Corvette philosophy that has been retained for the past six generations, maybe even made it better. Click past the jump to enjoy our full review and check out whether we were impressed by the all new ‘Vette or if Chevy could’ve done better. Full story
UPDATED: Chevrolet Reveals Stingray Z06 and ZR1 Powerplants There has been plenty of speculation about the Corvette Stingray ZR1 and Z06. There was even a Motor Trend report that that the Z06 would get an updated 7-liter with 600 horsepower and the ZL1 would get a 700-horsepower, 6.2-liter V-8. Well, apparently those “leaks” were intended to throw us off of the scent, as GM has just unveiled the powerplants and they are surprising, to say the least. Under the hood of the Z06, you’ll get an updated version of the all-new 6.2-liter engine with an extra 90 horsepower, thanks to a new fuel-injection system, new software, aggressive cams and titanium exhaust system with a freer flow. The Z06 will use a six-speed automated manual transmission with no mention of a full-manual option. The ZR1 is far and away the most unexpected change, as it will be the first Corvette since the 1950s to feature a six-cylinder engine. This twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V-6 engine – yes, the same all-aluminum block found in the upcoming CTS Vsport – tuned to an incredible 640 horsepower. While this 3.6-liter may sound like the same one that Caddy will use, keep in mind that the guts are fully modified to handle the 24 psi of pressure the turbochargers pump out. These modifications include: upgraded titanium pistons and connecting rods, revised software, updated cylinder heads and low-resistance bearings. Just like the Stingray, all Chevy revealed with its first presser are the details on the engine. The Stingray Z06 and ZR1 will debut at the LA Auto Show, but we expect to see some leaked images as time goes on. UPDATE: Sorry guys and gals, this one’s completely fake... I was completely responsible for both the article and the press release. C’mon, a V-6 in a ZR1, I don’t even know what I was thinking :). April Fools!!!
GM is Offering You the Chance to Win the All-New Corvette Stingray Of course, the new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray is a great car, but not many of us will have the possibility to buy it. If you are feeling lucky, General Motors is offering you the chance to win the all-new Corvette Stingray. To enter the contest, you have to be a legal resident of the 50 United States or the District of Columbia and to be at least 18 years old. To enter the contest all you have to do is go to the Race To Win Corvette website official page an enter your details. The prize will consist of the two following items: a 2014 Corvette Stingray estimated at $71,860 (could this be the MSRP for the new Vette?) and a trip for two to Le Mans, France to attend the 2014 24 Hours of Le Mans Race. The estimated value for this trip is $10,750. All we can say is "Good luck!" and if you will win we want to test your new Vette! First Corvette Stingray Convertible will be Auctioned for Charity In true Chevrolet spirit, the first Stingray Convertible will be auctioned for charity. It will be sold at the Barrett-Jackson auction on April 5th in Palm Beach, FL with all the proceeds going to the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute and its 31st Annual Dinner. For reference, the first Corvette Stingray Coupe was auctioned for a total of $1.1 million by Barrett-Jackson and the drop-top model should fetch a sum close to that. Clients interested can also bid online at by visiting www.barrett-jackson.com. The winning bidder will receive a letter of authenticity and will have the possibility to choose the exterior color of their car. The Stingray Convertible is powered by a 6.2-liter V-8 engine that delivers an estimated total of 450 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque. The model is equipped with a fully electronic top can be lowered remotely and opened or closed at speeds of up to 30 mph. Hit the jump to read the full press release. Video: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible in Geneva
The other day at the Geneva Motor Show, Chevrolet unveiled the convertible version for the new Corvette Stingray. Unfortunately, the maker decided to only show us a series of images for the sports convertible, but no video. Lucky for us though, YouTube user, Marchettino, was in Geneva and he shot some very nice frames of the new Stingray Convertible. Along with the convertible version, you will also see the new Stingray coupe version that made its European debut in Geneva. Both models are powered by a 6.2-liter V-8 engine that delivers a estimated total of 450 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque. The sprint from 0 to 60 mph will be made in less than four seconds and, since the convertible version received no structural reinforcements, both models share almost identical power-to-weight ratios. Watch the video and see if the new Stingray looks better on the show’s floor that it does on the pictures released by GM. 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
It looks like Chevy decided that the new Corvette Stingray is going to be a little bit expensive for its usual customers, so, starting in the 2015 model year, a "low-cost" Corvette is going to be added to its lineup. First details on this new version suggest it will drop the new Stingray badge and will use the name Corvette Coupe to distinguish itself. The Stingray is powered by an all-new 6.2-liter V-8 engine, but this upcoming version is rumored to house the all-new, all-aluminum 5.3-liter V-8 engine – the same used in the new General Motor trucks, like the 2014 Sierra. This engine will likely produce just under 400 horsepower. Many rumors pointed toward this less-expensive `Vette using a boosted V-6 engine, but GM just couldn’t get it to produce the fuel economy numbers that it needed. Also, when compared to the Stingray version, this new coupe model will feature a different front fascia, front fender and rear diffuser to further distinguish it from the Stingray models. Now keep in mind that “low cost” is a relative term and in this case, we are likely talking somewhere just shy of $50K. We’ll keep our eyes on this model and bring you updates as they come up. Update 3/4/2013: We have just created a rendering of the Corvette Coupe and you can see that we expect it to drop pretty much all of the cool features of the Stingray, including the hood scoop, rear heat extractors and the removable top. Image Note: The above image is a TopSpeed rendering, not an official image of the 2014 Corvette Coupe.. | Chevrolet Corvette C7 latest reviews:
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