Ever since it was a concept car in 1953, the Corvette has been a popular part of America. From its role in the 1960s TV show 'Route 66' to its dominance in the GT class at Le Mans, the Corvette has made it into many hearts and driveways over the years. Fans of the car are always on the lookout to see what's next for their favorite sportscar, and they are not going to be disappointed over the next few years as Chevrolet has a few cool car projects in the mix. Let's take a look at what's in the future plans for the Corvette.
2023 C8 Corvette's Enviable Lineup
Love Corvettes but don't have the cash for a Z06? Why not grab the Corvette Stingray for just $64,500? It's still a very cool car with an impressive 495 horsepower - the car can go from 0-60 in 2.9 seconds. It has a top track speed of 194 mph. These specs still make it one mean machine that's worth the price. The Stingray is also known for its award-winning quality. In 2022, it was the highest-ranked overall model in new vehicle quality and highest ranked premium sporty car in new vehicle quality, two years in a row! It comes in a wide variety of colors and has lots of features to choose from. You can get the Stingray as either a convertible or a coupe. In the end, you will be left with a fully customized sportscar that will feel like it was made just for you. We are sure to see plenty of these cars driving around in 2023. Have fun and be safe out there, Corvette fans!
The 2023 Corvette Z06 Will Set The Stage On Fire
If you think the Stingray is cool, wait until you meet its more badass version - the Z06. This racing-inspired Corvette will be all the rage in 2023. For $105,300, this sportscar can be all yours. With 670 horses from a supercharged V-8, it can go from 0-60 in 2.6 seconds. This dream on wheels is sure to make a lot of appearances all throughout 2023 - from television to the streets - and you will definitely see this speedy monster demonstrating its prowess across the US. As America's favorite sportscar, why wouldn't it? However, Chevrolet has a few other surprises in their garage for the Corvette. Let's take a peek into the future, shall we?
Corvette's Racing Ambitions Exposed - 2024 Corvette GT3.R
There are a lot of changes happening in the racing world for the Corvette teams. For starters, Corvette Racing will make an official transition into the Le Mans Grand Touring Endurance Amateur (LMGTE Am) category in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) for the 2023 racing season. The Chevrolet factory team has decided to get rid of their existing LMGTE Pro program and will only have a single entry for 2023. This will be the first time that the corvette will be made available for both pro and amateur teams. However, come 2024 is when things get really exciting. The General Motors brand is set to introduce a brand new GT.3 car for the 2024 racing season. This is an obvious nod at their switch to customer racing that followed their step-down from the WEC. This will be the last season that the C8.R is allowed to compete against GT3 class racers. But, not to worry Corvette racing fans, the Corvette will still participate in the full seven-race WEC calendar, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans in June.
Corvette's Getting Electrified!
Some very exciting news for Corvette fans is the announcement by Chevrolet for the first electric Corvette that is planned to be released in 2024. It will essentially be the new Stingray - it might even be called the E.Ray. One of the main concerns here is that the electric versions of the car might cost quite a bit more than its gas-powered former models. Chevrolet has yet to release an official price, or any official specs, yet. However, we can expect a pretty awesome car due to pressure to compete with other EVs like the Dodge eMuscle and the electric Porsche 718. We can only assume that an electric z06 will also be a strong possibility for the brand, but no details have been released on that front yet.
If Ferrari Can Make An SUV, So Can Corvette
For those of you who like Corvettes but are looking for a more practical model, your dream just might become a reality in the next couple of years. Along with the new expansion into the EV market, rumors are circulating that Chevrolet plans to launch some other models of the Corvette. Concepts for a sedan and an SUV have been discussed - both of which will be fully electric. While the automaker has yet to release any hard details on these projects, we can expect to hear more come 2024. So far we have a few concept designs but nothing concrete yet. That won't stop us from crossing our fingers while hoping for a couple of high-performance vehicles that would open up a whole new world for Corvette enthusiasts!