Article: Why Were Corvettes Made Of Fiberglass? (And Is It Still Used?)

September 10, 2025

Story by Chloe Clougher in SlashGear

Chevrolet's Corvette launched way back in 1953, and has endured a story of constant improvement ever since then. Now in its eighth generation, a lot has changed for the Corvette. In addition to the fact that Corvettes are now mid-engine, have been hybridized, and are also available with all-wheel drive, the body is no longer heavily reliant on fiberglass either. For decades, this was the material of choice for America's favorite sports car, and the reasons for choosing fiberglass were really quite simple.

Read More: Click Here to read how the first Corvette body panel material was selected and how it has changed.

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