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Editor Christian Seabaugh on the High-Tech Construction of the Corvette C8 Chassis

Making a mid-engine Corvette was a chance to innovate. So, Chevy went for it, with a light, die-cast aluminum main structure called the Bedford Six, which minimizes the number of joints in the vehicle, increasing stiffness. Plus, it features an industry first—a featherweight carbon-fiber bumper.

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The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is the MotorTrend 2023 Performance Vehicle of the Year!

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