From CNBC: 2024-08-04 09:00:01

Tadge Juechter, retiring Corvette executive chief engineer, completes nearly 47-year career at GM, overseeing the introduction of the powerful 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Coupe with ZTK Performance Package.

2025 Corvette ZR1 unveiled as Juechter’s swan song, regarded as fastest and most potent version of the sports car. GM President Mark Reuss commends Juechter’s contribution to Corvette’s success during retirement ceremony.

GM confirms plans for an all-electric Corvette, following introduction of hybrid E-Ray model. Juechter hints at electrification innovations in sports cars, aware of potential resistance from Corvette fans.

Questions raised about expanding Corvette brand into SUV category or spinning it off as its own entity. Juechter believes Corvette holds significant brand value within GM and expresses caution about potential spinoff.

Juechter reflects on favorite Corvette models over his career, from ZR1 to his personal 2006 Z06. Acknowledges difficulty in choosing a favorite among the generations, highlights special connection to personal Z06 purchase.



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