2014 Corvette Stingray with Exterior Designer Tom Peters
Channel: Javier Mota
Date: 2013-08-21

The all-new 2014 Corvette rolls into Chevrolet dealerships later this year, building on a six-decade legacy of design, performance and technology.

It is also the world's longest-running continuously produced sports car and the best-selling sports car in America, commanding 33 percent of the segment.

Corvette's legacy was forged 60 years ago this month when it was introduced at the General Motors Motorama show in New York City. The Corvette wasn't born an icon, however.

It earned its reputation as America's sports car through decades of continual refinement and fundamental engineering advancements.

The 2014 Corvette represents the seventh generation of the car. Each has been defined by all-new or significantly revised design, architecture and technology features -- including powertrain and chassis/suspension technologies -- that have helped Corvette maintain its position as the best-selling premium sports car in America.  All, however, have shared unique elements: