Da ja viele was zu k.... haben an diesem schönen /innovativen Automobil (Corvette) mal von mir was positives zur Abwechslung.
Schöne Bilder dazu gibt es auf der Seite
https://www.chevrolet.com/new-2014-corvette/
Design ist sicherlich eine Sache worüber man streiten kann. Dieses Automobil hat aber nicht nur Design. Für Corvette Enthusiasten wird hier aber ganz schön viel gemeckert.
Doch heimliche Flachkäfer Fans anwesend?

(sollte der smiley Anstoß finden , bitte übersehen)
(text by GM)
DRIVER MODE SELECTOR
With the turn of a dial, everything changes. Five distinct, selectable driver modes electronically calibrate up to 12 performance variables to customize the car for any road. The feel of the steering. The appearance of the cluster display. The characteristics of available Magnetic Selective Ride Control.
All adapt. With the optional Z51 Performance Package, available Performance Traction Management offers five settings of torque reduction and brake intervention for more confident driving on the road. The machine serves the driver.
FOUNDATION
Lean materials and efficient new processes forge a light, stiff space frame. Aluminum replaces steel. Lightweight Carbon-Nano Composite structure underbody panels bond to aluminum. A revolutionary chassis improves torsional rigidity, reduces noise and elevates performance. A precision-born machine.
POWERTRAIN
Completely redesigned. A technological marvel. The 6.2L LT1 V8 engine boasts an estimated 450 horsepower, 450 lb.-ft. of torque and 0-60 times of under 4 seconds. A distinctive rear transaxle layout achieves optimal weight balance. A trio of innovative technology rarely seen in any elite sports car achieves revolutionary power and fuel efficiency.
Compact engine design lowers the hood line and vehicle center of gravity. An available dry-sump oil system delivers through high g-force cornering. A 7-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching completes a technologically advanced powertrain like no other.
DIRECT INJECTION
A key performance technology, Direct Injection delivers fuel directly into the combustion chamber to achieve maximum thermal and combustion efficiency. More than 6 million hours of computational analysis went into developing the combustion system alone. The result is an impressive 11.5:1 compression ratio that increases torque, power and fuel efficiency.
VARIABLE VALVE TIMING
Variable Valve Timing optimizes camshaft timing to improve high-rpm horsepower and low-end torque. An intelligent position sensor detects engine-operating conditions and adjusts the timing of intake and exhaust valves. The result is increased power or torque when needed, enhancing performance and bolstering fuel economy when combined with Active Fuel Management.
ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT
Designed for peak power when you need it and fuel efficiency when you don’t. Active Fuel Management deactivates four cylinders when cruising at consistent speeds and offers all eight cylinders with one touch of the accelerator. AFM is utilized or disabled at the driver’s discretion. Labor reduces. Fuel economy improves. The driver notices peak performance, and nothing else.
7-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
An all-new 7-speed transmission complements the LT1 V8 powerhouse that propels Stingray. Rear transaxle location enables an ideal 50/50 vehicle weight balance. Intelligent sensors anticipate gear selections and match engine speed for smooth transitions during both upshifts and downshifts. Active Rev Match unencumbers the driving experience by simulating a heel-toe shifting method automatically.
SG
Tom