Automotive News reported that 10 GM studios across the globe have submitted designs for the next generation Corvette. GM's VP of Global Design Ed Welburn says of the designs submitted, some "were absolutely phenomenal".
In a move to shore up public confidence following its stint in bankruptcy court, General Motors on Tuesday unveiled its 2-year product plan for the four core brands: Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GM. Included in the Chevrolet news is that production of the C7 Corvette will start in April 2012 for the 2013 model year. GM also added that the Corvette will maintain the front-engine layout that has defined the sports car for 57 years.
Here is an interesting unofficial rendering of the C7 Corvette by designer Andrei Avarvarii that takes some of the best features of the Transformer's Stingray Concept and morphs them with the best features of the C6. From the Stingray concept, we see the reworked grill area, sloping hood and high fender lines. We can't tell if this rendering has a spilt rear window, but since GM's Global Design Chief Ed Welburn says is coming, we'll patiently wait for 2012 when the real C7 is expected to arrive.
If something doesn't quite look right with this 1963 Corvette Coupe, you get a gold star! That's because this was a prototype for a "four place" Corvette. That's right, a Corvette with back seats! The idea came from Ed Cole who wondered if a four-place Corvette could rival the successful four-seat Thunderbird.
GM's VP of Global Design Ed Welburn told Inside Line that the design of the new C7 Corvette will go retro much like the new Camaro and a prominent design feature will be the return of the split rear window. The next generation Corvette is expected to be launched in 2012 as a 2013 model.
Eighteen students from London’s Royal College of Art have teamed up with luxury car maker Bentley to create design concepts for an upcoming Bentley coupe. Four of the student’s designs were chosen by Head of Exterior Design Raul Pires to move their designs into further development with Pires and his team. Two of those future designers will be invited to join the company for a six month secondment in the Bentley design studio.
GM's Design Chief Ed Welburn does a walk-around of silver Autobot at the GM design center. Pictured in the background is one of the inspirations for the Corvette concept, the 1959 Stingray Racer.
If you consider buying a somewhat exclusive car to stand out from the rest of the crowd, this video might get you thinking twice about that. Of course bad luck also played a major role in the whole story...
Ford used the Frankfurt Auto Show to display one of its newest products, the all-new Ford C-MAX. What makes this especially notable is the fact that it’s coming to the North American market to the delight of Waldorf Ford and others. With a stylish exterior and seating for seven, the C-MAX will likely excite buyers that are torn between a crossover vehicle or a wagon.
Dorel Industries today announced plans to build a Design and Development Competency Center at its Dorel Juvenile Group (DJG) USA car seat manufacturing facility in Columbus, Indiana. The project is the first major milestone in Dorel’s car seat product capital investment program and involves a total investment of US$20.8 million through 2013.
Taken from 2010 Carlsson Mercedes E Class on CarSession.com - The German tuner has just released the first images with the 2010 Carlsson Mercedes E Class, a week in advance of its world debut at the Tuning World Bodensee automotive event
A designer who has spent most of his career working on parts for Formula One cars has come up with a new, off-road wheelchair. The Trekinetic K2 dispenses with the old tubular chassis and uses a carbon fibre monocoque instead. Designer Mike Spindle was inspired to create the off-road chair when he saw someone wheeling through an airport lounge.
I find the California to be undistinguished looking, not special enough. But it's unfair to put it beside a 250. The 250 could only be a Ferrari, the California could be Japanese.
If the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is any indication, General Motors is well on its way getting back on track. Stylish, well-built, and loads of available options, the 2010 Equinox is a huge improvement over its predecessor, and shows that GM is capable of listening to what car buyers really want.
French tuning company Hofele Design recently unveiled the GT500 tuning kit for the Porsche Cayenne. The agressive kit contains 4 additional lights, 2 fog lights and 2 LED day driving lights, a completely re-designed front lip, new side skirts, a rear roof spoiler and new rear apron with a removable diffuser.
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