Corvette C7 First Test Drives Can Happen From the Couch

January 23, 2013

On the eve of the 2013 North American International Auto Show in Detroit hundreds gathered at the Russell Industrial Complex for the unveiling of the 7th generation of the iconic Corvette. The reveal was arguably the most buzzed about event at the show and it didn’t disappoint. The car that has been teased in numerous videos was unveiled to the public to rave reviews.

Everyone can now see what it looks like but still can’t drive it until late Summer 2013. That is unless fans have a Sony PlayStation®3 and Gran Turismo 5. Chevrolet and Sony gave gamers a first-of-its-kind driving experience by offering a camouflaged Corvette C7 Test Prototype as a vehicle download in the critically acclaimed PS3™ racing game Gran Turismo®5 in November and now they are giving them another one-of-its-kind experience when the camouflage comes off to unveil the latest version of the iconic Corvette in GT5.

The Corvette C7 Stingray became available to download and take for a spin on January 15. Sony and Chevrolet collaborated to give an authentic driving experience when behind the wheel of the new Corvette in the game. Designers paid attention to details to give the car in the game specific characteristics of the new Corvette.

To download the all new Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray:

First, grab the new Corvette in the PlayStation® Store.

From the XMB (Cross media bar) of the PlayStation 3 connected to a network, choose the [PlayStation®Store] under the [PlayStation®Network].
From the menu on the left side of the PlayStation®Store top screen, select “Add-Ons.”
Select “Disc-Based Game Add-Ons.”
Select “A-L” and then from the title list, go to “Gran Turismo 5.” Or, you can search using the Search function.
Select the new 2013 Chevrolet Corvette, and follow the instructions to complete your purchase.

Next, install the Corvette in Gran Turismo 5.

Select the Download Content button on the right side of the main menu in Gran Turismo 5. (If the free game update (Spec 2.0) has not been applied, this button will not appear.)
A list of purchased content will appear. Press the Install button for the content you would like to install.
The installation will complete. Follow the on-screen instructions to add the items to your collection.

The New 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Helps Fight Cancer

January 12, 2013

General Motors has a history of involvement with philanthropic organizations. For over 36 years, the General Motors Foundation has donated more than $350 million dollars to many communities across the country. GM has a large range of philanthropic involvement from programs to help military veterans, to education, and a long association with the American Cancer Society (ACS)

This Sunday, Chevrolet will unveil the highly anticipated seventh generation of the Corvette at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, MI. To add to the excitement, Chevrolet will be donating the first press kit of the 2014 Corvette to the American Cancer Society. ACS will be auctioning it off on eBay. All proceeds will go to “Making Strides,” a partnership between Chevrolet and the ACS and the fight against breast cancer.

This press kit is not just any press kit. It is the first of only 2,014 made and will be signed by GM executives from the Corvette program. The one-of-a-kind kit will also include a commemorative plaque, a printed booklet, and jump drive with product images—a sure collector’s item for any Corvette enthusiast.

The auction will be live from 7pm Sunday, January 13th until 7pm Tuesday, January 15th.

Photo of the Week: Henning Kjensli

November 30, 2012

Henning Kjensli and his 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible.

1969 Corvette Stingray Convertible

Henning bought the car in Connecticut while going to college in Florida (where the picture was taken). He still has it today with him in Norway, but plans to bring it back to the U.S. in 2013 for a coast to coast drive.

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2014 Chevrolet Corvette | Every Line Matters

November 16, 2012

The 2014 Corvette exterior was sculpted for optimal aerodynamic performance. Every line, every vent, every millimeter performs.

Precisely sculpted design and good looks meets unmatched performance in the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette. Behind the scenes, engineers have used some of the most advanced computer-aided modeling programs to optimize every inch of the car. Continue reading →

GM Brings Personalized Style to SEMA in Las Vegas

November 2, 2012

Hot Wheels Camaro

General Motors featured a number of exciting vehicles and announcements at the 2012 SEMA show this week in Las Vegas, Nevada. From the debut of several Chevrolet Performance Cars and an exciting COPO Camaro to an enhanced Performance Catalog, GM is shaping up for an exciting year for enthusiasts.

Chevrolet Performance Cars were the highlight of the SEMA show. The Camaro ZL1, the Camaro SS with track-ready 1LE package, the Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition, and even a life-size Hot Wheels Camaro each reflects popular personalization trends and performance upgrades. Driving this point home were the highly personalized Chevy Camaro ZL1 made for NASCAR driver Tony Stewart and Guy Fieri’s Corvette 427.

Three-time NASCAR Sprint Cup champ Tony Stewart exits his Chevrolet Camaro ZL1at the SEMA Show Monday, October 29, 2012 in Las Vegas, Nevada

Chevrolet Performance also made news with its all-new 2013 catalog featuring production-based parts for Camaros, offering automotive enthusiasts factory-engineered components to enhance their driving experience on the street and quicken their performance on the track. The catalog now includes parts for the Camaro ZL1, Camaro SS1LE, and COPO Camaro program.

“Whether you’re running on the street, drag strip or road course, Chevrolet Performance is the first stop for every Camaro builder,” said Jim Campbell, GM U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. “Our new catalog offers customers the opportunity to upgrade their car with the official brakes, suspension and other components that make their car more effective on the street and track.”

2013 Chevrolet Performance Catalog

The final COPO Camaro of 2012 also debuted at SEMA and hits the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in January to benefit the American Heart Association. Not only is the Inferno Orange Metallic painted Camaro the 69th and final race car built, it is only one of two COPO convertibles built. Plus, race enthusiasts won’t be able to resist the 327 engine and 4.0L supercharger.

“The COPO Camaro program has been a special program and there’s not a better way to close out the 2012 racing season than with the final – and most unique one – of the production run,” said Jim Campbell, GM U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports . “I am also happy to announce that due to strong customer demand we will produce another run of 69 COPO Camaros for 2013. More than 3,000 hand-raisers expressed interest in buying a COPO after we introduced the car at SEMA last year. We are excited to support these grassroots motorsports enthusiasts in their Stock Eliminator and Super Stock drag racing efforts,” said Campbell.

To see all of the great GM photos from SEMA, head over to the Chevrolet Performance Facebook page.