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Miami Herald
07-04-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
GM opens new advanced design studio in Britain, reveals EV Corvette concept car
April 7 (UPI) -- General Motors has opened a new advanced global design studio in Britain to "demonstrate its commitment to Europe," the automaker announced Monday as it showcased images of its next-generation, EV-powered Chevrolet Corvette concept car. The new studio, located in Royal Leamington Spa near Birmingham, is part of GM's plan to launch Corvette and Cadillac electric vehicle sales across Great Britain and mainland Europe. GM said its goal is to provide "fresh perspectives" into its global network. The company also has design studios in Detroit, Los Angeles, Shanghai and Seoul. "Our advanced design team's mandate extends well beyond creating production vehicles," said Michael Simcoe, senior vice president of global design. "While they collaborate within our global design network on production and concept vehicle programs, these teams are primarily tasked with imagining what mobility could look like in five, 10 and even 20 years into the future and driving innovation for GM," Simcoe added. The Corvette concept car, which was a collaboration of multiple studios, maintains its muscle car vibe and iconic "split window," but with gull wing doors and a "futuristic aesthetic" drawn from aviation. "One of the most unusual and significant aspects of our concept's design is a feature known as Apex Vision," said Julian Thomson, the lead automotive designer at the 24,584-square-foot studio in Britain. "A nod to Corvette's centerline focus, and inspired by the iconic 'split window' 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray, this feature emphasizes a singular vertical central spine that is also a structural element, providing a panoramic view of the road and surroundings." The new Corvette also includes EV battery technology and aerodynamics that channel air "without the need for wings or spoilers." While GM said it wanted its design studios to "push the boundaries of automotive design," it also wanted to respect the history of Corvette as well as its iconic image. "It was important that they all pay homage to Corvette's historic DNA, but each studio brought their own unique creative interpretation to the project," Simcoe said. "That is exactly what our advanced design studio network is intended to do -- push the envelope, challenge convention and imagine what could be." Copyright 2025 UPI News Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Yahoo
07-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
GM opens new advanced design studio in Britain, reveals EV Corvette concept car
April 7 (UPI) -- General Motors has opened a new advanced global design studio in Britain to "demonstrate its commitment to Europe," the automaker announced Monday as it showcased images of its next-generation, EV-powered Chevrolet Corvette concept car. The new studio, located in Royal Leamington Spa near Birmingham, is part of GM's plan to launch Corvette and Cadillac electric vehicle sales across Great Britain and mainland Europe. GM said its goal is to provide "fresh perspectives" into its global network. The company also has design studios in Detroit, Los Angeles, Shanghai and Seoul. "Our advanced design team's mandate extends well beyond creating production vehicles," said Michael Simcoe, senior vice president of global design. "While they collaborate within our global design network on production and concept vehicle programs, these teams are primarily tasked with imagining what mobility could look like in five, 10 and even 20 years into the future and driving innovation for GM," Simcoe added. The Corvette concept car, which was a collaboration of multiple studios, maintains its muscle car vibe and iconic "split window," but with gull wing doors and a "futuristic aesthetic" drawn from aviation. "One of the most unusual and significant aspects of our concept's design is a feature known as Apex Vision," said Julian Thomson, the lead automotive designer at the 24,584-square-foot studio in Britain. "A nod to Corvette's centerline focus, and inspired by the iconic 'split window' 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray, this feature emphasizes a singular vertical central spine that is also a structural element, providing a panoramic view of the road and surroundings." The new Corvette also includes EV battery technology and aerodynamics that channel air "without the need for wings or spoilers." While GM said it wanted its design studios to "push the boundaries of automotive design," it also wanted to respect the history of Corvette as well as its iconic image. "It was important that they all pay homage to Corvette's historic DNA, but each studio brought their own unique creative interpretation to the project," Simcoe said. "That is exactly what our advanced design studio network is intended to do -- push the envelope, challenge convention and imagine what could be."
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Historic 1963 Corvette Split Window Race Car Heads to Auction
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A rare 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 'Split Window' Coupe race car with period SCCA and North Atlantic Road Racing Championship history is set to cross the block at The Amelia Auction on March 8, 2025. Offered without reserve, this historically significant Corvette carries an estimate of $110,000 to $140,000. Originally owned and raced by Billy Fortune, a Long Island native, the car was transformed into a competitive machine in the late 1960s. Equipped with a fuel-injected 327 cubic-inch V8, an M22 'Rock Crusher' four-speed manual transmission, and race-spec modifications including a roll bar, heavy-duty suspension, and disc brakes, the Corvette quickly made its mark on the track. By 1972, Fortune had secured SCCA Rookie of the Year honors, competing in B-Production class events before his untimely passing in 1973. The Corvette remained in the Fortune family for four decades before being rediscovered by collector Bruce Silber in 2009. Recognizing its racing pedigree, Silber commissioned a frame-off restoration by Vette Dreams in 2015, preserving the car's period-correct race setup. More recently, Autosport Designs of Huntington Station, NY, performed an engine rebuild and mechanical refurbishment to ensure its continued performance capability. Finished in a striking metallic blue over a black race-spec interior, this Corvette embodies both its competition heritage and meticulous preservation. The car was even featured on the cover of Corvette Magazine in October 2018, further solidifying its status as a notable piece of racing history. Eligible for vintage racing events or concours exhibitions, this 1963 Corvette Split Window presents a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts to own a machine that bridges the gap between racing nostalgia and modern-day preservation. Whether it returns to the track or graces the lawn of The Amelia Concours d'Elegance, its next caretaker will inherit an icon of American motorsport.
