General Motors (GM) has unveiled a new all-electric Chevrolet Corvette concept car, marking the opening of its new design studio in England. The sleek, aerodynamic design resembles a futuristic IMSA race car, with elements paying homage to the traditional Corvette, such as a split window design from the 1963 Sting Ray model. The concept car is a “design study” and not intended to be a production model, but it showcases GM’s commitment to Europe and its plans to launch Corvette sales in the region.
The unveiling comes at an inopportune time, as the US and European automotive markets are facing a trade war with tariffs. GM is attempting to reenter the European market after selling off its Opel division in 2017. The company is using the concept car to gauge customer interest, showcase future technologies, and signal the direction of the Corvette brand.
The all-electric Corvette concept is part of a global design project involving multiple studios, with additional Corvette concepts set to be revealed throughout 2025. GM aims to exclusively offer electric vehicles by 2035, but it currently does not have an all-electric Corvette model, only a hybrid Corvette called the E-Ray. The company has reevaluated its product plans amid slower-than-expected adoption of electric vehicles.
The new design studio in England is part of GM’s efforts to scale its Cadillac electric vehicle business in Europe. The company has design studios in several locations, including Detroit, Los Angeles, Shanghai, and Seoul, South Korea. The Corvette concept and design studio opening demonstrate GM’s commitment to innovation and its plans for the future of the Corvette brand.