Corvette Hybrid Concept and Stingray Developments
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Corvette Hybrid Concept and Stingray Developments
Introduction
Mark Royce, the President of General Motors North America, hinted that the idea of a Corvette Hybrid could potentially become a reality.
Mark Royce's Comments
In an interview with Los Angeles Times, Royce stated, "Well, don’t laugh, but I think it would be really fun to do that," adding that people might actually love it.
Advancements in the Corvette Stingray
This year, the Corvette Stingray is more advanced than ever, offering features such as:
- Direct injection
- Cylinder deactivation technology
- Rear-wheel drive V8 engine
Challenges of Integrating New Technology
Currently, engineers are undecided about adding stop-start technology, as they are concerned that such a system would increase costs and weight, potentially harming the car's image.
The Future of Hybrid Technology
Thus, the concept of hybrid technology seems somewhat distant. According to some experts, a hybrid system could take the form of a Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS), which is utilized in F1 racing cars like the McLaren P1 and LaFerrari.
