2012 Chevrolet Camaro COPO

The Chevrolet COPO Camaro is a purpose built vehicle meant for one thing:

Meant for the NHRA Stock Eliminator and Super Stock classes, the COPO Camaro will be the fastest Camaro built to date. The COPO Camaro is designed to meet NHRA specifications with a solid axle and full chrome moly roll cage.

This drag raced focused car will not even be street legal, making it even more niche.

Technical Specifications
From it's engine the Zonda R borrows the basic architecture including an ingenious dry sump allowing a low centre of gravity.

This self-supporting engine with 750 hp at 8000 rpm and 710 Nm of torque carries a lightweight carbon fibre highperformance intake system, a racing multiple disc sintered clutch and Formula 1 style exhaust system, hydroformed in Inconel 625 and ceramic coated for optimal heat dissipation. The power unit combined with a 6 speed transversal manual sequential synchronised gearbox is designed to satisfy the most ambitious drivers.

The central carbon chassis will incorporate a roll cage and a rubber racing fuel tank with 4 fuel pumps and quick refuel filler like on GT race cars.

Bodywork and aerodynamics
The new bodywork has been honed to offer elevated downforce even in low speed corners. The car displays and logs information about the amount of dowforce that the car is generating at each moment.

Stroke 80,20 mm
Bore 89,00 mm
Horse Power 750
Power output 551 KW at 7.500 1/min
Torque output 710 Nm
Aspiration Single throttle bodies, mechanically operated
Lubrification Dry sump with separate oil tank
Deliveries of the COPO Camaro will start in early summer.

Key specs of the drag racers are below:
The 69 cars to be built matches the number of 1969 ZL-1 COPO Camaros originally built.

Engine assembly at GM’s Performance Build Center, where the buyer can opt to participate in the engine assembly similar to Chevrolet’s Corvette Engine Build Experience and the Chevrolet Performance Build Your Own Crate Engine programs.

Engines pairing with a Powerglide automatic transmission designed for drag racing.

A COPO graphics package similar to the one introduced on the concept vehicle available in Metallic White, Semi-Gloss Black, Inferno Orange Metallic and Chevy Racing Blue

2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO

Chevrolet Celebrates Earth Day 2011 at the Auto Show in New York with the introduction of the new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu ECO fuel midsize sedan in its 100 year history. It features eAssist ™ "electrification of light" technology, designed to deliver about 26 mpg city and 38 mpg on the highway to provide without compromising performance.

ECO is based on the new 2013 Malibu sedan, which are based are sold in nearly 100 countries on six continents. Sales of the new Malibu with the ECO in the United States since early 2012. The level of Malibu LS, LT and LTZ offers the ECO occurred in the summer of 2012. Pricing will be announced later.

"The Chevrolet Malibu ECO want is a smart choice for customers, low fuel consumption, without the high price of popular hybrid sedans," said Rick Scheidt, Chevrolet vice president of marketing. "The estimate of 38 mpg Highway Malibu ECO is comparable to those of hybrids."
Malibu eAssist system uses a state of the art lithium-ion battery and an electric motor-generator with regenerative braking and start-stop function. And "effective size, weighing only 65 pounds (29 kg).

Chevrolet Malibu ECO is an aerodynamic exterior - including underbody aerodynamic improvements - and electronically controlled flap in the grid below, near the slide at high speed in more air above and around the vehicle. These improvements will increase to increase the aerodynamic efficiency of fuel consumption.

Eco-indicator cluster is constantly reacting to driving, to promote more economical driving, while a shutoff on the speed informs the driver when the engine start-stop mode.

"Using the example of the car Chevrolet Malibu ECO technology, quality, gas-friendly electricity," said Scheidt. "In fact, the Malibu offers ECO fuel economy of a small car in a midsize sedan . "

Details eAssist
Chevrolet Malibu ECO eAssist system is combined with a 2.4-liter Ecotec four-cylinder direct injection of the new generation six-speed automatic. The 2.4-liter engine is efficient and lightweight, with dual overhead cam, direct injection, variable intake and exhaust timing and electronic throttle control and a lightweight aluminum cylinder block and tested. It has about 180 hp (134 kW) and is a variant of the same engine that has been recognized as one of Ward's Ten Best Engines for 2010.

With the Ecotec 2.4-liter and six-speed, the system uses the power eAssist air-cooled lithium-ion battery to provide electric push stored in different driving scenarios, optimizing the operation of the engine and transmission. An advanced lithium-ion 115V and the latest generation of 15 kW motor-generator to help fuel economy:
• the brake up to 15 kW of electricity to recharge the battery
• Provision of up to 15 hp (11 kW) electric power assist during heavy acceleration
• Use of electricity instead of gasoline at a standstill, the engine start-stop automatic function and smooth
• Aggressive cutting fuel during deceleration to zero mph for added fuel savings
• Intelligent charging / discharging of the battery module.

The system captures up to 15kW eAssist energy that would normally be lost during braking and uses it to recharge the lithium-ion battery. The system turns off the fuel supply in certain deceleration conditions, further improving fuel economy. While the fuel economy mode, the motor-generator is rotated with the motor to provide immediate feedback and smooth start continued when the driver of the gas pedal. When the vehicle stops, the engine start-stop function is active when the motor-generator leads to a graceful shutdown of the motor to position it properly for a smooth restart if the brake is released.

A braking system to help Hill captures the pressure to help stop the vehicle eAssist start-stop is activated on a moderate or strong, to speed the drivers more easily from a stop.

Chevrolet Malibu ECO brings eAssist power lithium-ion battery, inverter and integrated supply of 12V. And "in the trunk behind the rear seats. The electric motor-generator to the engine to replace the alternator is equipped to provide support for the electric motor and electric generating functions through a belt motor. The engine-generator is induction motor high performance compact liquid-cooled for improved performance and efficiency. An electric fan cools the power supply, the air of an opening behind the rear seat.

Thank eAssist technology also enables a final drive ratio is numerically smaller, the Chevrolet Malibu ECO filling up to 550 miles of travel, although only 15.8 liters of fuel tank.

Aerodynamic efficiency
Chevrolet Malibu ECO - and the range 2013 Malibu - was designed to aerodynamically efficient, with a coefficient of resistance close to the performance of the car Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle.

Aerodynamic designers are over 60 of air resistance is one of the new Malibu removed from its predecessor. Malibu has spent hundreds of hours of GM wind tunnel to refine the shape to maximize fuel efficiency. For example, engineers trained in Malibu front corners so that air flows continuously along the sides and rear of the vehicle body.

Chevrolet Malibu ECO is one of the first segment of the average fuel economy with an active shutter system in the lower grille. ECO Malibu, active shutter system automatically closes the air flow through the gate below where the incoming air is the least used. When closed, the sealing system improves aerodynamic performance by redirecting airflow around the front and sides of the vehicle, rather than by them. The shutter is opened or closed by the temperature of the cooling rate and the motor. For example, open the blinds when the car goes up a hill, pulling a trailer or in city traffic in hot, close the shutters at highway speeds when the engine is less cooling is required.

Other aerodynamic features include the Chevrolet Malibu ECO:
• mirrors designed to maximize aerodynamic efficiency
• The rear lights shaped aerodynamic performance penalty without design
• four underbody panels - commonly found on high-end cars - cover about 50 percent of the underside of the vehicle and provide airflow under the vehicle clean
• Standard 17-inch wheels and low rolling resistance tires to improve fuel efficiency.

About the brand new 2013 Malibu
The Chevrolet Malibu is a part of the brand new ECO range 2013 Malibu - Chevrolet Sedan first global average - what customers are more style, energy efficiency, content and functionality, craftsmanship and high dynamic competing sedans range. Product Features for North American models include:
• Expressive exterior design with a large, athletic position
• Segment aerodynamics - close to where the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric car with a machine - to increase fuel efficiency and reduce wind noise, including electronic shutters on some models
• All new Chevrolet signature dual-cockpit interior, which offers more space, quality materials and is designed to be the quietest in the segment of medium
• The new Chevrolet MyLink seamless connectivity of online services such as Pandora ® Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio ®
• European-style ride and handling
• New security features and technologies, including up to 10 airbags, steel ultra-high strength, Lane Departure Warning / Forward Collision Warning system and rearview camera.

The exterior design of the new Malibu is the DNA of his sister vehicle, the Camaro and Corvette. A larger, broad shoulders and a rear spoiler integrated bring a new Malibu and athletics provide a more aggressive, like a test track. It has a thumb 4.5 (114mm) shorter wheelbase and 62 inches (1574 mm) front and rear tracks that are more than 2 inches (51 mm) wider than its predecessor.

The interior was designed by the Malibu is an element of sophistication to deliver comfort, with a new dual cockpit design with more space, with its widest point. Compared to the previous model Malibu has about four cubic feet (113 L) of additional interior space, front and back, shoulder and hip, with more space and more than one cubic foot (28 L) of extra space for luggage. Available soft, ice blue ambient lighting and reflects the added chrome accents and ensures uniform illumination, uniform along the instrument panel and storage.

The Malibu is a series of storage areas, including a radio face, the show is structured, and at a depth of six inches, illuminated storage compartment behind the screen seven-inch touch screen radio - the first Once the United States in a midsize car. Malibu also offers a complete range of infotainment options news, including new colors and a radio navigation system available.

Chevrolet Malibu will be the new MyLink infotainment package at first. It is based on the security of OnStar, and includes online services such as Pandora ® Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio ®. MyLink integrates wireless connectivity via Bluetooth for the phone hands-free to allow the selected applications, while the camera is safely stored. It features a high-resolution color touch screen that allows you to manage the number of steps needed to accomplish a task.

A global list of powerful and cost four-cylinder engines driving characteristics complement the European-inspired Malibu. 2.4L Ecotec engine in addition to the ECO, the Malibu range in North America also has a new Ecotec 2.5-liter dual overhead cam, four-cylinder direct injection. It has new features, including the authorities of a variable valve timing continuously variable displacement pump oil and electronic thermostat to save fuel and supplies V-6-like performance.

It is estimated, the engine is certified to more than 190 SAE hp (141 kW) and 180 Nm of torque (245 Nm). Both engines are backed by a Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automatic with features to increase the efficiency of propulsion.

When it comes to the driving experience, the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu was designed to offer comfort features and handling, the best in its class and live up to the most expensive sports sedans. These include:
• A solid structure of the rigid body in the world as all market midsize sedans, allowing precise and dynamic control of the vehicle
• A grant steering, smooth, responsive and accurate guaranteed atmosphere of the center
• Create and continuously developed MacPherson strut and multilink rear suspension
• Large ventilated front discs and solid rear discs, stuck on the double and single piston calipers front brake calipers with aluminum pistons fixed, which are expected to offer the best in class, stopping distance
• A support block engine tuned, refined feedback, without noise and vibration
• fuel economy and power rack-rack with the efforts of steering variable, easier low-speed maneuvers, and a high degree of control at high speed
• The chassis control technologies include four-channel ABS, traction control with a fade, full, four corners, Electronic Stability Control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, brake control, corner, brake and hydraulic drag torque.

2013 Chevrolet Malibu

The new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu made its world debut at the Shanghai Motor Show 2011, while the introduction in the United States and China - two of the nearly 100 countries on six continents, where they are sold. Chevrolet is the first midsize sedan world, the customer from Shanghai to New York and Sydney to Sao Paulo offering with an expressive design, advanced technologies, driving behavior and fuel-efficient engines.

"The current Malibu has left an impression and winning has changed the way we think of Chevrolet. He defined what could be an American middle class coach," said Rick Scheidt, vice president, Chevrolet marketing. "This all-new Chevrolet Malibu offers intangible Malibu today, but also offers customers the most. More style, energy efficiency, content and functionality, craftsmanship and dynamic sedan rivaling high-end "

Apart expressive and efficient
"The exterior design of the DNA of its Chevrolet Malibu car sibling, the Camaro and Corvette, contributes to a sporty sensibility to bring the family sedan segment," said Bryan Nesbitt, executive director of exterior design for GM and Chevrolet Champion .

A larger, broad shoulders and a rear spoiler integrated bring a new Malibu and athleticism make it look more aggressive. The new Chevrolet Malibu is an inch 4.5 (114 mm) shorter wheelbase and 62 inches (1574 mm) front and rear tracks that are more than 2 inches (51 mm) wider than its predecessor.

Other exterior design elements are dual-port grille Chevrolet, HID projector, large Chevrolet bow-tie badges front and rear, and has inspired the new Camaro with dual LED tail lights. 18 - - and 19-inch wheels, the look is complemented by a series of 17 large
The new Malibu is on the outside must be certified by the SAE as one of the most aerodynamic vehicles in this segment, with a coefficient of drag (Cd) Cd Volt rating is near 0.280. Based on the new Chevrolet Malibu and form design, engineers have been put in place, 60 points of resistance than the model it replaces removed.

Chevrolet Malibu also electronically controlled components and improve the integrated active aero (certain models in North America) for aerodynamics and fuel consumption, without the exterior design.

Chevrolet Malibu, the active shutter system automatically closes the air flow through the vent when the lower intake air intake is the least used. When closed, the system improves aerodynamic shot redirecting the airflow around the front and sides of the vehicle, rather than by them. If the shutter is open or closed depending on the coolant temperature and speed - for example, open the blinds when the car goes up a hill, pulling a trailer or in city traffic in hot, close the shutters at highway speeds for the engine cooling is not required.

Spacious, refined interior
The new Malibu interior was designed by an element of sophistication to make everyday driving, with a new dual cockpit design that creates a warm and spacious and comfortable.
The greatest width of the new Chevrolet Malibu means a more spacious cabin. Compared to its predecessor, has nearly 4 cubic feet (113 L) of additional interior space, with more shoulder and hip.

Accents Chevrolet Malibu interior metal, wood or chrome around the shifter is in the center console of the dashboard and doors and steering wheel. Soft, ice blue ambient lighting reflects and added chrome accents and ensures uniform illumination, uniform along the instrument panel and storage. Quadrants ice blue lighting of the center console, add contrast stitching exposed ice blue French, soft-touch surfaces, structured and strategic applications of noise reduction materials, the interior design of Malibu.

The Chevrolet Malibu has a number of storage areas, including a radio face is divided up to six inches deep and show the space behind the screen seven-inch touch screen radio - the first time the U.S. United in a mid-size car. Malibu also offers a complete range of infotainment options news, including new colors and a radio navigation system available.

Chevrolet Malibu will be the new MyLink infotainment package at first. It is based on the security of OnStar, and includes online services such as Pandora ® Internet Radio and Stitcher SmartRadio ®. MyLink integrates wireless connectivity via Bluetooth for the phone hands-free to allow the selected applications, while the camera is safely stored.

MyLink is designed with a high-resolution color touch screen to manage the number of steps needed to accomplish a task. MyLink also adds stereo audio streaming and wireless control of Bluetooth hands-free features available on smartphones already in most Chevrolet vehicles.
All new 2.5L engines
The 2013 Malibu has added a range of powerful global economic engine and four-cylinder, the European Council of inspiration for their handling characteristics.

An all-new Ecotec 2.5-liter dual overhead cam, four-cylinder direct injection engine program takes Chevrolet Malibu in North America. It is expected to be one of the most effective size of the market. New features include greater authority to variable valve timing continuously variable oil pump displacement and electronic thermostat to save fuel and also offers V-6-like performance.

It is estimated, will be the SAE-certified at more than 190 hp (141 kW) and 180 Nm of torque (245 Nm). The new engine has a noise reduction function such as the exhaust manifold cast iron, steel crankshaft, silent timing chain and accessories for direct mounting, which will contribute to a peaceful cabin.

The 2.5L is a Hydra-Matic 6T40 six-speed automatic with features to increase the efficiency of coverage of the propulsion. These include changes to the clutch actuation and materials, which improves response and time. These changes have clarified several gears to improve efficiency while cruising performance acceleration and handling.

Driving experience
The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu delivers precise characteristics around and handling. It was developed by the best in their class and tied with the most expensive sports sedans.
Boasting a continuous improvement of award-winning global architecture, engineers have tested, adjusted and calibrated the Chevrolet Malibu on national roads, highways, expressways and GM-validation over the world.

Contribution to ride the Chevrolet Malibu and management are:
• A solid structure of the rigid body in the world as all market midsize sedans, allowing precise and dynamic control of the vehicle
• A premium steering gears for smooth, accurate response and the downtown feel
• Suspension established and continuously developed MacPherson strut front and multilink rear
• Large, vented front discs and solid rear discs, stuck on the double and single piston calipers front brake calipers piston fixed aluminum, which are necessary to ensure greater segment of the distance of stop
• A support block engine tuned, refined feedback, without noise and vibration
• fuel economy and power rack-rack with the efforts of steering variable, easier low-speed maneuvers, and a high degree of control at high speed
• The chassis control technologies include four-channel ABS, traction control with a fade, full, four corners, Electronic Stability Control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist, brake control, corner, brake and hydraulic drag torque.

Security Features
When it comes to safety features, the new Chevrolet Malibu is one of the best equipped of the segment. The Malibu is also compatible with pedestrian protection in all markets where it is sold, and for the first time in North America. Design of pedestrian safety in front of the vehicle reduces the likelihood of secondary collisions between pedestrians and motor block in the car-pedestrian accidents.

The Chevrolet Malibu is the standard and safety features are available:
• Passenger airbag Dual stage driver and front
• Driver and front passenger pelvic / thorax side airbags airbags
• Airbags driver and passenger knee
• Roof-rail airbags with rollover protection
• Available second-row side airbags head / thorax
• Lane Departure Warning System Available alarm before collision
• System Rearview Camera

OnStar unlock the Chevrolet Malibu include security features and includes automatic crash response, and improved voice recognition, remote diagnostics, remote door, slowing down stolen vehicles and six months of information and top-level connections, turn -by-turn directions.

The new Chevrolet Malibu comes in the levels of LS, LT and LTZ, with 10 exterior colors and four interior color combination choices in North America, according to the model. Malibu began production in the United States in early 2012. It will be in different places around the world, including Fairfax, Kansas, and the assembly plant built in the Detroit-Hamtramck United States.

2012 Chevrolet Corvette Daytona Racecar

This 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Daytona Prototype will race in the Grand-Am Road Racing Series next season, making its competitive debut at the Rolex 24 at Daytona International Speedway on January 28.

Four teams will run the Corvettes, the No. 90 Spirit of Daytona Racing, No. 10 SunTrust Racing, No. 99 GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing, and the No. 5 and No. 9 Action Express Racing teams.

Other than a few Corvette styling cues—including a split rear window!—littered around the carbon-fiber bodywork, the prototype car shares nothing with a roadgoing Corvette. Four teams have been announced as running the new Corvette: Spirit of Daytona Racing, SunTrust Racing, GAINSCO/Bob Stallings Racing, and Action Express Racing.

The Corvette Daytona Prototype is scheduled to try at Daytona on Nov. 16, with Corvette Racing's. American Le Mans Series drivers Oliver Gavin and Antonio García sharing duty in a car fielded by the Spirit of Daytona Racing team. Four teams will campaign the car in 2012: Spirit of Daytona (one car), SunTrust Racing (one), Gainsco/Bob Stallings Racing (one) and Action Express Racing (two).

"The IMSA GTP Corvette Prototype campaigned by Hendrick Motorsports in the '80s. was the inspiration for this new Chevrolet Corvette Daytona Prototype. And, like the GTP Corvettes, the new Corvette Daytona Prototype contains several styling cues from the street version of the Chevrolet Corvette".

2013 Chevrolet Spark

Though compact,2013 Chevrolet Spark offers more passenger and cargo room than other mini cars such as the Fiat 500, Smart fortwo and the Scion iQ.

Equipped with the 1.2L four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission, Chevrolet Spark will offer competitive fuel economy.

An integrated spoiler above the rear hatch door enhances Spark's. dynamic arrival while also improving the car's. aerodynamics, for fuel efficiency.

Chevrolet Spark's. wheels-at-the-corners stance is further emphasized by standard 15-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system, included on 1LT and 2LT Spark models, provides a seven-inch dye touch screen. SiriusXM Satellite Radio also is available on uplevel Spark models.

Air conditioning and power windows are standard astride the Spark lineup. Heated leatherette seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel are included on Spark 2LT.

Chevrolet Spark was designed with occupant safety in mind, and has won safety awards in both Europe and Korea.

Dual-stage frontal air bags, seat-mounted side air bags and side curtain air bags that extend above the front and rear seating rows are also standard.

Underneath, Spark features a MacPherson strut front suspension, standard ABS and stability control, electric power steering and vented front/rear drum brakes.

Like the larger Sonic and Cruze, Chevrolet says that Sparks will come from the factory with 10 airbags, including front knee airbags, side seat airbags and side curtain airbags.

Mirroring the recently-released Sonic’s high level of standard specification, all Sparks will be equipped with 15-inch alloy wheels and OnStar.

2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ

Today we will discuss the all new 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ. On that front, it now sports multiple futuristic design cues.

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ gets 40 mpg on the highway thanks to an efficient engine and a six-speed manual. By 50 mph the Sonic LTZ turbo desirable to be in top gear.

The standard engine for the Sonic is a naturally aspirated 18-liter. four-cylinder, but Chevy makes a turbo coupled with a 14-liter. engine as an option. This turbocharged engine leads to a 5 mpg increase in EPA numbers, at 29 mpg city and 40 mpg highway.

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ has everything you would want from superb performance, wonderful safety features, and several high quality interior features. Sonic LTZ offers available remote start capability through the OnStar RemoteLink app12, so you don't. need to open the door to start your Sonic. With the 14. liter turbo, you derive improved performance. Driving on curvy and bumpy roads proved the Sonic to be a competent car.

Exteriors
The LTZ model comes with a standard 17-inch aluminum alloy wheels along with 4-wheel disk breaks. The tail lights are very elegantly designed. When you look at the car from the outside, it looks a very striking compact car.

Price and Availability
Sonic LTZ will be starting at $17,295 Sedan and $17,995 Hatchback that include standard features such as fog lamps, cruise control, USB port, Bluetooth for music and phones and much more.

2013 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

We recently reported that the Chevrolet had revived the TrailBlazer name and would affix it to a new SUV based off of the new global Colorado mid-size pickup truck.

The photographs are of GM projection slides and presumably were taken at the TrailBlazer’s media preview event for the Dubai auto show, which kicks off tomorrow.

Armed to do battle with the likes of the Grand Cherokee, Toyota 4Runner, and other capable off-road SUVs, the new TrailBlazer will be available in both rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive models.

Chevrolet's toughest, most refined midsize sport utility vehicle, the Chevy TrailBlazer, made its global debut at the opening of the 2011 Dubai International Motor Show in the Middle East.
The robust seven-seat show vehicle previews Chevrolet's latest SUV offering, which will be sold around the world, beginning with Thailand in early 2012.

According to Brad Merkel, GM's Global Vehicle Line Executive for Midsize Trucks and SUVs, Chevrolet TrailBlazer offers the strength, design, capability and refinement needed to compete with the world's best off-road vehicles.

That means power and capability combined with comfort and efficiency," Merkel said. "TrailBlazer does it all.

Exterior Design - Sophisticated Muscle
Chevrolet TrailBlazer's bold road presence was created by the GM South America Design Center in São Caetano do Sul, Brazil, and shares a number of design cues with its sister vehicle, the Chevrolet Colorado.

Additional exterior details include:
Front and rear LED Chevrolet signature lighting housed within sculpted aluminum decorative bezels;
Interior - Spacious, Refined and Flexible
With a flowing instrument panel, integrated center stack, and signature Chevrolet dual cockpit design, the interior of the all-new Chevrolet TrailBlazer combines car-like characteristics with the boldness expected of a true SUV.

Second row 60/40 split seats with single latch forward gravity tumble, fold-flat capability, and six-degree seat-back reclining along with integrated folding armrests with cup holders;
Third row 50/50 split seats with center console storage and fold-flat capability;

2011 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel

There's a diesel-powered Chevrolet Cruze headed to the U.S. soon. In almost every other market where the Cruze has been sold since its 2008 debut, it's been available with optional diesel power.

It's installed in the refreshed "Series II" Holden Cruze CDX that was just released in Australia. It features GM's next-generation 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine, and when the diesel Cruze arrives in the U.S. in 2013, there's a good chance that this will be the engine under the hood.

Diesel for Down Under
In its initial Series I guise, the Australian Cruze was offered in two specification levels: CD and the better-dressed CDX. The 1.4-liter engine offers up reasonable performance, but on paper it's the turbodiesel CDX model that boasts better numbers.

Out With the Italian
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze CDX's brand-new turbodiesel engine is sourced from GM's specialist diesel engine manufacturing plant in Gunsan, South Korea. Compared to the VM Motori-built engine, the GM diesel is quieter, with lower emissions and better fuel economy.

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze CDX is much more impressive during midgear acceleration.

That said, we burned a fair bit of diesel pushing the Cruze through the canyons, so breaking 30 mpg combined with a lighter foot wouldn't be very tough.

It's hard to tell at this point where the Cruze diesel will shake out in terms of EPA mileage numbers.

The standard Cruze happens to be 125 pounds heavier than the Cruze Eco that weighs 3009 pounds. Valvetrain: Dual-overhead cam and has 4 valves/cylinder
Engine type: Transverse, front engine, front-wheel drive
Torque: 265
Fuel type: Diesel of the low sulfur category
Transmission type: 6-speed manual
Horsepower: 161
Compression ratio: 16:5
Final-drive ratio: 2.64
The standard fittings were quite lethargic in both of the models having 139-hp Ecotec 1.8-liter naturally aspirated engine of four-cylinder.

What’s good?
The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze CDX’s spanking new turbo diesel engine is from the manufacturing plant of General Motors Corporation’s plant situated in Gunsan, Korea (south). Chevy Cruze has the capability of controlling speed mechanically with the additional benefit of having steering mounted controls. The feature of anti-theft prevents the Cruze to start devoid of the correct key. The car that most will buy, the automatically-equipped Cruze ECO actually suffers a stiff 5-mpg consequence over the transmission car which is manual.

Accessories
Tail lamp chrome garnish: The Chevy tail lamp looks classy with the elegant chrome contour.
Illuminated door sill plates: After stepping inside your Chevrolet Cruze you can experience the wonderful illumination in the door Sill Plates.

2012 Chevrolet Cobalt

2012 Chevrolet Cobalt is new product car from Chevrolet dealer. 2012 Chevrolet Cobalt sold for U.S. $ 23,000 in 40 countries among others across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and South America – but not North America.

Length, 1735 mm (68.3-in.) Wide and 1514 mm (59.6-in.) External dimensions that put Cobalt in between Sonic / Aveo and Cruze sedan.

Inside, this is an impressive 2012 Chevrolet Cobalt finished with leather seating surfaces and door panels.

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Chevrolet Cobalt might not sound very familiar to you as the model is currently sold in North America as the Cruze sedan.

The boot space is also a strong point of the new Chevrolet Cobalt, more than 560 liters to be more precise.

The simplicity of the whole boot may allow adjusted prices and, in models of this court, the most modern equipment items are out of every need.

The engine range will block between 1.3 and 1.8 liter engine, while for Brazil the supply is reduced to 1.4 Flex with up to 102 hp and manual gearbox, 1.8i 8v and or six-speed automatic .

2012 Chevrolet Orlando

Chevrolet Orlando's design - part MPV, part crossover - breaks the rules of a historically conservative segment; it makes a statement and stands out from the crowd.

Based on the show car concept first seen in 2008, the Chevrolet Orlando is nevertheless a true family car for the times, combining 7-seater practicality, interior flexibility and generous load space.

The wheel arches enhance a 'body in, wheel out' appearance while at the same time ensuring Chevrolet Orlando keeps its agile, sporting stance.

Should a collision occur, Orlando's occupants will be protected by six airbags - twin front, side and curtain.

Maximum speed of the Chevrolet Orlando for the diesel engine with 130 hp is 180kph and with 163 hp is 195kph.

The Chevrolet Orlando's well proven set up utilizes McPherson struts for the front suspension and compound crank axle for the rear.

Chevrolet Orlando's chassis and body structure have also been engineered with high reserves of safety as a key consideration.

At the front of the vehicle, the design team has created a face for Orlando, which is bold and unmistakably new Chevrolet, with a dual-port grille split with the body color divide and a large Chevrolet bow-tie positioned proudly in the center.

"Chevrolet Orlando's front fascia is a key feature and it evolves Chevrolet's global identity and gives the car showroom appeal," says Taewan Kim.

At the rear, the Orlando has a number of features that showcase Chevrolet's recent design, including the rear tail lamps which are evolutions from split function lamps. The center mounted fog lamp, which sits in the rear bumper section, is unique to Chevrolet Orlando.

The Orlando is the latest Chevrolet to use the V-shaped motif inside the steering wheel, which is on all but the base level trim models, features audio and infotainment controls.
Chevrolet Orlando drivers will appreciate the well thought out ergonomics.

The middle section of Chevrolet Orlando's floorpan is fitted with a high strength sub frame to which the second seating bench is fitted and which elevates it by over 4cm (41mm) mm above the seating line of the driver and passenger. Even with the third row of seats in place, the

Orlando maintains a useful 89 liters of available space.
Once all the Chevrolet Orlando occupants are safely in their seats, they benefit from interior leg and head space which is highly competitive against other vehicles in the sector.

Leg room for the front passenger and driver is generous at 1034mm while for second row passengers leg room of 917mm puts Orlando among the most spacious in class.

Chevrolet Orlando owners will be pleasantly surprised by a 'secret' compartment behind the front fascia of the audio and within easy reach of the both the driver and passenger.

While the suspension set-up for Chevrolet Orlando is essentially conventional, it features some clever detailing to the enhance ride and handling. Orlando's space-saving layout of the rear axle contributes to a lower center of gravity.

Chevrolet Orlando's chassis and braking system have also been engineered with high reserves of safety as a key consideration. The rear hand brake (or parking brake) is cable driven.

Anti-lock braking (ABS) on the Orlando is a four wheel system that uses input from wheel speed sensors to regulate individual braking at each wheel to reduce stopping distances to a minimum, while maintaining stability and steering control under heavy braking. The Orlando's stopping power under emergency braking is further enhanced with hydraulic brake assist (HBA).

Electronic Stability Control (ESC), together with TCS, uses both the ABS and TCS functions to provide another level of active safety as part of the standard Chevrolet Orlando chassis.

Starting with Chevrolet Orlando's body shell, the body frame integral (BFI) structure whereby the upper body and chassis frame are engineered as a single component ensures high levels of stiffness.

Orlando's extensive list of standard equipment includes a comprehensive array of passive safety features inside the vehicle.

The Chevrolet Orlando's front-row seatbelts are fitted with force limiters and pretensioners as well as height adjustment. All seven seats of the Orlando are fitted with head restraints to help prevent whiplash in the case of a rear shunt.

Two steel anchors between the rear seat back and seat cushion, and a further top tether which is fitted to seat back means child seats can be installed very securely.

Anti-lock braking (ABS), traction control (TCS), electronic brake force distribution (EBD), hydraulic brake assist (HBA) and electronic stability control (ESC) are standard on all cars in the range and work in tandem to give Orlando's chassis high reserves of safety.

At launch, Chevrolet Orlando customers will have a choice of three engines, one gasoline and two diesels. Specific engine power per liter is 78.3. Orlando's maximum speed with the gasoline engine is 185kph with a 0 to 100kph time of 11.6 seconds when coupled with the standard 5-speed manual transmission.

Chevrolet Orlando's advanced common rail injection system; peak firing pressure within the combustion chamber is 180 bar pressure resulting in improved fuel economy and lower emissions.

For the standard output engine, both engine power and torque are 130 hp at 3800rpm and 315Nm at 2000rpm.

Mated to the standard 6-speed manual gearbox, performance figures for the Orlando with either version of the diesel engines are impressive.

The 1.8-liter gasoline engine is fitted with a 5-speed manual transmission while both of the diesel engines have a six-speed box.

Chevrolet Orlando customers will have a choice of engine and trim combinations.

2012 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

Chevrolet Corvette Z06, in standard form is an one of a kind car with great performances, but Hennessey Performance team thought that can improve and they did.

The new pack include Hennessey’s own premium floormats, a serial-numbered dash with matching engine plaques, and exterior badging that features tags like “Hennessey” and “HPE1000″ added on certain parts of the car.

Chevrolet, founded by a racing pioneer 100 years ago, celebrates its performance heritage with the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition, which features a sleek black color scheme, unique design elements and Corvette's trademark sports car technology.

The special package was inspired by Chevrolet's racing-bred foundation, which continues with Corvette's international racing excellence and production sports car prominence.

The Chevrolet Corvette Centennial Edition expresses racing heritage, but does so with a sleek, modern, even sinister-looking appearance.

The Centennial Edition package comes exclusively in Carbon Flash Metallic, with satin-black graphics and unique Centennial Satin Black wheels and red brake calipers.

The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition also features special badges that signify Chevrolet's racing history. The Chevrolet Centennial Edition will be available on all Corvette models via order code ZLC.

The 2011 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 HPE1000, as the name suggest, packs an insane 1,000 horsepower courtesy of its twin-turbo LSX upgrade.

The Centennial Edition package comes exclusively in Carbon Flash Metallic, with satin black graphics and unique Centennial Satin Black wheels and red brake calipers.

Magnetic Selective Ride Control, the world’s fastest reacting suspension and a technology advance initiated by Corvette, is including on all Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition models.

The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Centennial Edition also features special badges that shows the history of Chevrolet’s racing.

The Chevrolet Centennial Edition will be available on all Corvette models ZLC order through code.

More Grip Inside
With distinct lateral and shoulder bolsters, the seats should greatly help drivers and passengers enjoy the Corvette’s formidable performance without bouncing between armrest and center console.

Additional interior touch-ups include tweaks to the steering-wheel trim and additional padding on the center console and armrest areas. Fortunately, additional grip it will get, in the form of newly available Michelin Pilot Sport Cup Zero Pressure tires.

They will be available as part of the Z07 handling package for the Z06, and also for the ZR1 as part of its new PDE performance package.

Also new to the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is Performance Traction Management, which, in a nutshell, is multiple, driver-selectable stability control programs and launch control.

2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible

General Motors has announced that the world's most powerful production droptop* – the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible – will officially debut at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show in November.

The improvements include things like a front X brace and rear V brace, a transmission support reinforcement brace, underbody tunnel brace and tower-to-tower brace under the hood.

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 convertible’s name says it all. Like the coupe, the convertible will come with a Magnetic Ride Control electronic dampening system and launch control. Both coupe and convertible variants of the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 will launch early in 2012.

Chevrolet announced the brand's most-powerful convertible ever - the 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible - will debut at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show.

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible will be one of the most powerful and most capable, convertibles available at any price," said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer.

The Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible's power is complemented by advanced powertrain and chassis technologies designed to deliver exceptional performance on the road or track. The suspension of the ZL1 convertible uses the third-generation of Magnetic Ride.

The 2013 Chevy Camaro ZL1 Convertible will also offer Performance Traction Management as standard equipment, which is exclusive to General Motors.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette

According to Inside Line, a "trusted source" has confirmed the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette (C7) will offer a seven-speed manual transmission.

Power will likely total 440hp, an improvement over the 436 horsepower available currently in the Corvette C6, but with improved fuel economy due to the new engine’s smaller size and advanced features.

First things first: The car you see here is not the next Corvette. It is a concept car called the Stingray; it was built by General Motors in 2009. Turns out the magazine hit the Woodward Dream Cruise in August and went digging for new-Corvette dirt. The Pop Mech piece is here.

Platform code: Y1XX. Production start: Summer 2013. Model year: 2014.
The seventh-generation Corvette is built around a platform coded internally as Y1XX and will initially be sold as a 2014 model-year car.

Square taillights are rumored, as are Ferrari-style quarter windows a la the second-generation (C2) Corvette. The seats and interior in the current Corvette need work. Everything feels nice, but certainly not expensive-sports-car nice. Expect that to change, with the car's interior finally competitive with offerings from Europe.

Drivetrain: Economical, fun.
The '14 Corvette should be the first car to use the fifth-generation, all-new Chevrolet small-block V8 engines. Fun stuff.)

Sure, every Corvette is a flawed car, and every new 'Vette is better than the last.

2010 Chevrolet Tahoe Reviews

Sometimes you need the 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe.
The 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is a full-size SUV available in three trims: LS, LT and LTZ. The LS comes standard with 17-inch alloy wheels, automatic headlights, cruise control, dual-zone manual climate control, rear air-conditioning, a leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, a 40/20/40-split front bench seat with six-way power driver adjustment, a 60/40-split second-row seat and a 50/50 folding and removable third-row seat. The Interior Plus package adds tri-zone automatic climate control, six-way power front bucket seats with a front center console, rear seat audio controls, Bluetooth, interior wood trim and additional body-colored exterior trim pieces. The Luxury Package adds power-folding exterior mirrors, a power liftgate, eight-way power front seats with driver memory functions, heated front and rear seats, and a second-row power release function. Second-row bucket seats are also optional for the Tahoe LT.

The Sun, Entertainment and Destinations package available on all trims adds a sunroof, a rear-seat entertainment system and the navigation system with rearview camera. The 2010 Chevy Tahoe comes with only one engine, a 5.3-liter V8 that produces 320 hp and 335 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic transmission is standard, while rear-wheel and four-wheel-drive models are available. In performance testing, a 4WD Tahoe LT went from zero to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 14 mpg city/20 mpg highway and 16 mpg combined regardless of 2WD or 4WD. Properly equipped, a 4WD Tahoe can tow up to 8,200 pounds.

Every 2010 Tahoe comes standard with stability control, antilock disc brakes, front seat-mounted side airbags and side curtain airbags. In government crash testing, the Tahoe received a perfect five stars for frontal crash protection. The Taho