Not only is the C7 Corvette fast but it also...

[TerryMathews]

Correct, though it's rarely worth it.

All that being said, GM may self insure their mules.

Even if they did early in the cycle, why would you maintain it this close to delivery?

 

[TechBoyJK]

Social Media Manipulation on Chevy's part to put out there that the vette is safe?

 

[hans007]

I wish I could agree with that statement, but after working with EMTs for 6 months, the answer to that is that no, not that many cars do very well with side impacts. Particularly vs. heavier vehicles. You should see what a Tahoe does to an Avalon.

i'd guess the differing heights of the tahoe vs avalon would factor in too but i think for similar weight / size cars most new ones can do this.


friend of mine had an e92 m3. i.e. everyones favorite car on AT garage. he got hit like this at about 40mph with an 8 year old girl in the passenger seat. they walked away with minor injuries...

amazingly the insurance company had the m3 repaired, and he sold it for a 535i.

 

[Lambocon]

Carbon Fiber. and improving off of racing crashes.

 

[The Boston Dangler]

Wouldn't have an M plate if private

i didn't say this was private ownership. in fact i doubt working test mules are even insured if not required by law.