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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
C8 Corvette Refresh Moves It More Into The Modern Era
Read the full story on The Auto Wire Much has been said, both positive and negative, about the C8 Corvette and its cockpit. But Chevrolet has revealed for the 2026 a new design will change some things, including taking out the so-called Great Wall of Buttons. Like all modern vehicles, digital screens are bigger and take over even more, but we have mixed feelings about of a bunch of buttons, the C8 Corvette will have three larger screens to help the driver monitor what's going on and control different functions. The gauge cluster screen is now 12.7 inches and the infotainment screen is 14 inches. Plus, there's a new 6.6 inch auxiliary touchscreen on the driver's left At least not all the physical buttons will be gone and while we weren't big fans of the layout before, we're unsure how user-friendly this redesign will be. Another big change has to do with software. The PDR recorder has been improved, as has the Corvette Performance App. Plus, there's a new PTM-Pro setting for track driving. Not only is the Great Wall of Buttons gone, the whole center console has been redesigned. One of the changes is the drive mode selector being relocated by the gear selector. Redesigned cupholders feature ambient lighting and in higher trims also feature aluminum. Plus, there's a wireless charging pad for your phone, which admittedly is a nice feature to have. In addition, five new interior colors are coming. GM hasn't said what current interior colors will be ended. For the exterior, there will be two new paint options: Roswell Green Metallic and Blade Silver Metallic. Plus, blue brake calipers will be available for the Z06 and E-Ray. Perhaps the biggest change is the Targa roof with electrochromatic glass the driver can lighten or darken. One thing that's obvious about this move is GM refreshing the C8 Corvette is a planned move to reinvigorate sales. That's why mid-cycle refreshes are a thing as cars and their designs get a little stale. But we have mixed feelings about this one. We're also not sure if this will result in a sales bump for the 2026 models, something that's needed as C8 Corvettes that were once red hot are now stacking up at dealerships. Will this turn things around? Will the presence of more screens and fewer buttons turn buyers off even more? We'll have to see when the 2026 Corvettes start coming into the market. Image via Chevrolet Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Is This the Best Color For The 2026 Chevrolet Corvette?
This year is shaping up to be a big one for Corvette fans. The track-focused ZR1 arrives later this summer to dominate supercars the world over, and now GM is sharing info on changes coming for the 2026 model year order book. The American Sports car will adopt two new exterior hues as part of the rework, but fans will also be losing a few colors during 2025 as a result. Here's what we know about the changing order sheet so far. Chevrolet itself announced the color palette adjustment, highlighting the new hues in some promotional images. The first is Roswell Green Metallic, aptly named given the vibrant shade's similarity to old alien iconography. It's only the second green to join the Cu lineup, following the 2024 model year-exclusive Cacti Green. The color looks straight out of Sant'Agata Bolognese, which will only give the Corvette more of an exotic edge. Lamborghini's green paints have a ton of depth and complexity to them, so here's hoping GM can bring some of that to the Corvette as well. The second new hue is Blade Silver Metallic, which looks more mature than the Sea Wolf Gray offering it replaces. The hue comes across as a take on the iconic Porsche GT Silver, which we can always get behind. The color always looks elegant, though how it works with the C8's aggressive styling will have to be seen. Unfortunately, 2025 will see the end of the fan-favorite Rapid Blue Metallic, which has been on the order sheet since the car's debut. It was even featured on our Performance Car of the Year-winning Z06. The darker blue offering remains in place, but you'll need to act fast if you want the more vibrant color. GM is also expected to revise the interior of the C8 lineup for the 2026 model year, though no official confirmation exists at this time. That said, spy images have captured the car without its iconic button wall between the front seats, which has been a dividing line between owners since launch. While we'll have to wait to see if those changes come to pass, it's exciting to know that Chevrolet hasn't stopped tweaking the C8 to match customer demands. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car Sign in to access your portfolio
