The Corvette EV is officially in the works. The new model will be available exclusively with a plug-in hybrid powertrain and a battery pack capable of achieving 240 miles on just a single charge. Let's discuss some of its features.
1. Engine and performance
The Corvette EV is powered by a 350-horsepower 4-cylinder engine with an electric motor. It is estimated to have a 0-60 time of 3.2 seconds and will have the option to sprint from 0-62 mph in 4.4 seconds with a top speed of 130 mph. It can be charged using General Motors' SuperCharger system and has a coolant heat recovery system for energy efficiency. The new battery pack is made up of over 500 cells packed into the floor, rear wheel wells, and side rails for increased crash safety.
2. Interior and exterior design
The Corvette EV is a front-wheel drive sports car that will use lightweight materials, including carbon fiber and aluminum. It will have a hatchback body style and the option for either a 2 or 4-door design. The car will have a digital instrument panel with the ability to adjust the background color, similar to what's found in today's luxury vehicles. The interior will be roomy and feature leather seats and an iPad mounted between the driver and passenger.
3. Technology
The Corvette EV will use a 10.2-inch infotainment screen, steering wheel controls, and a wireless charging pad so you can charge your smartphone while commuting. It will also have the ability to be used as a mobile hotspot with LTE connection capability of up to 12 devices simultaneously. The all-electric Corvette will be equipped with GM's Cruise AV autonomous driving system that allows the car to operate without any human intervention through its self-driving technology system. This technology gives the new model six degrees of freedom, which is a critical step forward in helping achieve full autonomy on highways and complex city environments.
4. Safety
With the new model, GM will be able to offer enhanced pedestrian detection and collision mitigation features. This is all in addition to the driver-assist technologies that will come standard on all vehicles. These include automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection and automatic lane change assist. The Corvette EV is equipped with active front steering that allows individual steering control of the front wheels at highway speeds.
Our team in Springfield is excited about this upcoming vehicle.
