David E. Davis Jr.
Driven: 2013 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport Convertible
This particular Corvette proved to be a fascinating piece for review, not because we have any lack of experience with the current generation of the near-supercar, but because of the configuration. The Grand Sport is in the middle of the Corvette range (some might say “sweet spot”), with a 430-horsepower, 6.2-liter V-8, the really great magnetically adjustable shocks, and a cool body kit. In the case of our specific vehicle, the fun factor was upped with the convertible top, 60th Anniversary package (which makes the Vette a dead-ringer for the 2013 Corvette 427), and (sigh) an automatic transmission.
Automotive World Remembers David E. Davis, Jr.
David E. Davis Jr. was a man who not only told stories, but left some amazing ones in his wake. With the news of his passing yesterday, many members of the automotive media have already written and published obituaries online. And, while a collection of obituaries is usually a pretty grim read, there are so many people out there who knew DED, with so many great stories about his life to tell that these initial write-ups are really notable glimpses into a great life, well lived.
David E. Davis, Jr., Automotive Journalism Pioneer, Dead At 80
David E. Davis, Jr., died on March 27, 2011, in Ann Arbor, MI, following complications from surgery for bladder cancer. He was 80 years old.
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