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Rumor: Corvette Stingray Could Go Electric by 2023
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While Chevrolet is best known for its performance cars and sturdy trucks, it’s also made a name for itself in the U.S. electric vehicle market with names like the short-lived EV1 and Spark EV, and the popular (and longer-range) Bolt. And soon, it’s possible that the legendary Corvette Stingray will go partially electric, according to a recent rumor.
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This rumor comes courtesy of GMTrucks.com, and indicates that an electric Stingray may be forthcoming in only three years. More specifically, the site reports that this supposed Stingray will feature an electric All-Wheel Drive option. Vehicles with eAWD feature electric motors that power their front wheels. This means that the rumored Stingray wouldn’t be entirely electric, but certainly a step in the right direction.
If this rumor is true, this Stingray would also be the first Corvette with an AWD option. It’s also been suggested that Chevy would likely choose to promote the vehicle as an eAWD performance ride, rather than as a hybrid. The exact reasoning for this is unknown, but it may be a tactic to combat any stigma Chevy may feel is attached to operating within the electric segment. No information on how many electric motors would be included — or if the vehicle would feature a plug-in feature — is known at this time.
While unconfirmed, the rumor does make sense when compared to other evidence. In an interview with chief Corvette engineer Tadge Juechter conducted by Autoline After Hours, it was revealed that plans to electrify the Corvette were definitely in the works. The Stingray rumor is alleged to have originated from internal GM documents, and if true, would confirm Chevy’s plans for future Corvettes.
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