Chevrolet is revolutionizing the direction of the Corvette with the new generation C8. In addition to moving the engine behind the cabin and square steering wheel, Chevrolet also deliberately omitted the supposedly popular Corvette design hallmark: chrome wheels from the new car’s options list.
In an interview with Car and Driver, C8 chief engineer Taj Üchter said his new mid-engined offerings “wouldn’t have chrome” while the latest Corvette’s most luxurious wheel options would have a “polished” design, presumably referring to Ultra Bright. . Trident spoked rims as shown in the online vehicle configurator.
Trident wheels are also available in two-tone or black, while the simpler five-spoke design shown above is available in bright silver, carbon, or tin.
According to the report, Chevrolet decided to remove the chrome wheels from the mid-engined Vetta (at least from the factory) to distance itself from its reputation as a midlife crisis car driven mostly by gray-haired men. certain age. Aside from the much-discussed engine layout, the wheel options also appear to be meant to appeal to a younger, more “powerful” generation of sports car buyers who would otherwise see something in Europe, otherwise their Corvette’s trunk may never fit. . set of golf clubs.
For what it’s worth, the switch to chrome-free finishes doesn’t seem to have affected sales, as the C8′s first year of production is already sold out. Sorry baby boomers.
Of course, if you’re a fan of reflective rims, C8 owners of all ages can install aftermarket wheels in any color or finish on their cars after delivery – the engine might be in the middle right now, but we’d guess it’s a Chevrolet. he doesn’t have a full-fledged Ferrari yet.
Post time: Nov-22-2022