2020 Mid-Engine Chevrolet Corvette Brings Back the Stingray Name
Chevrolet confirms its highly anticipated eighth-generation Corvette will carry the iconic Stingray nameplate when it debuts on July 18.
The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette officially carries the iconic Stingray nameplate as it prepares for its big reveal on July 18. This marks a historic shift for the sports car, as it is the very first mid-engine Corvette to wear the familiar badge. Chevrolet announces that the historic Stingray name will live on for this highly anticipated eighth generation.
The Stingray title holds deep roots within the Corvette lineage, originally appearing on the second-generation model back in 1963 and running continuously until 1976. Chevrolet previously revived this famous moniker in 2014 for the seventh-generation car. By attaching this beloved name to the new mid-engine design, the automaker connects its radical new engineering directly to decades of legacy.
Leading up to the official debut, Chevrolet steadily releases teasers to build excitement among automotive enthusiasts. A recent preview highlights a squared-off, leather-wrapped steering wheel that features the classic crossed flags logo and integrated controls. The wheel's large opening suggests a clear view of a massive digital instrument cluster awaits drivers of the new Stingray.