Greetings, fellow car enthusiasts! Today, we're diving into the exhilarating world of concept cars to explore the 7th dream car from our top 10 list: the iconic Corvette XP 700. This marvel of automotive ingenuity isn't just a car; it's a bold statement of innovation and design. So, buckle up and join us on a journey through the history, craftsmanship, and legacy of this extraordinary vehicle. A Visionary Design: The Birth of the Corvette XP 700 In 1958, under the visionary guidance of GM's Chief Designer Bill Mitchell, the Corvette XP 700 was born. This stunning concept car was more than just a prototype; it was a glimpse into the future of automotive design. Built using many components from the 1958 Corvette, the XP 700 featured a long nose with a centered Corvette logo, Grand Prix-styled side vents, and a unique bubbletop canopy. Its sleek red exterior and cutting-edge features made it an instant sensation. Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation One of the most strikin
Volvo plans turbo four-cylinders, new design direction across its entire lineup "We lost our way," admitted Volvo North America CEO Tony Nicolosi in his New Jersey-honed Italianate accent. Never an easy thing for an executive to confess. "We gotta go back to our roots. Society is coming back to what we represent as a brand: environment, family, safety. We've just been poor at communicating it." By the end of this year, approximately 60,000 Volvos* will move out the proverbial door -- down 6 percent from 2011. The death of the C70 and C30 certainly hurt sales. Volvo hasn't had a U.S. product launch since 2010. Four years! After enough controversy and hand wringing, Volvo finally acquiesced and announced that the V60 wagon will come to America -- four years after it was first introduced, alongside the S60. Underinvested and undermarketed, Volvo seemed to lay dormant. Now, flush with cash from Geely -- to the tune of an $11 billion investment over t