C8 Corvette Aims to Turn Industry on its Head

Chevy has finally announced the new Mid-Engine Corvette

Last night, one of the biggest announcement in muscle car history happened. Chevrolet finally unveiled it’s next generation Corvette, and they went and moved the engine. The ramifications for this across the domestic car industry could be huge! Finally a mid-engine supercar from North America, and she’s a doozy. Chevy’s reason for the change was as follows;

Better weight distribution, with the rear weight bias enhancing performance in a straight line and on the track.
Better responsiveness and sense of control due to driver positioning closer to the front axle, almost on top of the front wheels.
The fastest 0-60 time of any entry Corvette ever — under three seconds when equipped with Z51 Performance Package.
A race car-like view of the road due to lower positioning of the hood, instrument panel and steering wheel. Excellent forward sightlines throughout the vehicle for both driver and passenger.
An enhancement of Corvette’s traditional utility strengths, with dual trunks for a total of 12.6 cubic feet of cargo volume, ideal for luggage or two sets of golf clubs

Ahh my golf clubs! But seriously, this is clearly a move to compete with the other supercars available in the USA, this car is made to be a Ferrari Killer. With a 6.2L V8 pumping out 495buffhorses and 470torques! Whaaao that’s a lot of power, and the real kicker is she’s available for under 60 Grand!! WHAT!? Don’t believe us check this straight from the press release.

Corvette has always represented iconic American design, performance, technical ingenuity and attainability. The entry 2020 Stingray continues that tradition as a no-compromise value proposition, as it will start under $60,000.

We’re talking about a Ferrari killer for a fraaaaction of the price. American cars just got a much needed boost! We’ve got a hi-def gallery below, so take some time to check it out with the top up AND down. We can’t wait to speak to the one crazy Canadian who wants winter tires for this beast!

We’ve only got images right now, but don’t be surprised if we have videos of this baby smoking some rubber very soon!

Got one on pre-order already? Let us know! We’d love to help you find your C8 Fit!