Chevrolet Fireball Run Brings National Search for Missing Children to Bowling Green, KY

Next Thursday, September 29 the National Corvette Museum will play host to a very special group of people.

The Chevrolet Fireball Run is an eight-day adventure rally race to raise awareness in the search for missing children, including Amy Lyn Haueter, from Fern Creek, KY. The entire Chevrolet Fireball Run fleet and team members will make a stop in Bowling Green where they will be greeted by the folks from the National Corvette Museum and treated to a light lunch.

Over 40+ teams are participating in this excursion which began in Melbourne, Fla., and will conclude in Gulfport, Miss. On the fifth-day of their journey, all Fireball Run teams, including Daytona 500 Winner and NASCAR legend Geoff Bodine and Astronaut Winston Scott, will make their way to the National Corvette Museum to continue their mission of distributing flyers announcing the search of their designated missing child.

As one of America’s most popular motoring events and largest awareness campaigns, Chevrolet Fireball Run has aided in the recovery of 35 missing children to-date. The teams will be driving a fleet of exotic vehicles, which includes an Angel-1, a specially designed 2011 Chevrolet Camaro dedicated to the more than 1,000 first responders who lost their lives on 9/11 and since Sept. 11. The fleet also features famous vehicles.

Fireball Run participants will distribute more than 50,000 flyers during their journey to aid in the recovery of missing children. Teams will also face-off in motorsport challenges and solve clues during the competition.

Media and spectators are invited to come out from 2-4pm to visit with the group and send them off in style! Learn more about the Fireball Run at http://www.fireballrun.com.

Corvette Museum Celebrates 100th Anniversary of Chevrolet

Chevrolet’s first car pulled onto the auto scene like a decked-out debutante. Race-car driver Louis Chevrolet imagined an upscale dream car based on the racing cars he loved. The Series C Classic Six produced 40 horsepower and could go a whopping 65 miles per hour, competing with the high-performance cars of its time. For the first couple of years, it was simply called “the Chevrolet.” While Chevrolet co-founder Bill Durant would quickly shift the company toward affordability, performance would stay at the heart of Chevrolet for a century to come.



The National Corvette Museum celebrates Chevrolet’s 100th anniversary with a special 14-car exhibit, showcasing a variety of Chevrolet vehicles through the decades. On display are a 1912 “Little” – a product of the Little Car Company which was dissolved into Chevrolet; a 1928 Phaeton Touring Car; a 1935 Chevrolet; a 1936 Canopy Express Pick-up – used for produce display and delivery; a 1942 ‘War Car’, a 1955 Bel Air; a 1958 Impala; a 1964 Corvair; a 1965 Chevelle 300; a 1970 Chevelle; 1987 Monte Carlo; a 1996 Camaro; a 2003 50th Anniversary Corvette and a 2012 Volt.



“Our goal for this exhibit was to not only offer a wide variety of Chevrolet models, but also select vehicles to represent each decade of the 100 years,” said Katie Frassinelli, Marketing Manager and member of the Museum’s Display Committee.



As with the majority of vehicles on display in the museum, all of the exhibit cars are on loan from private individuals with three of them on loan from the General Motors Heritage Center. The display runs through December 31, 2011 in the Museum’s Exhibit Hall and is included with regular museum admission.



The National Corvette Museum is located at I-65, exit 28 in Bowling Green, Kentucky and is open daily, 8am-5pm CT. Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, $5 for kids age 6-16, kids under 6 are free, or family admission (everyone in the same household) is $25.



In addition to the Museum’s celebratory exhibit, Chevrolet has launched a special “Chevy 100” channel on Pandora featuring 100 popular songs with Chevrolet-related references such as Prince’s “Little Red Corvette” and Don McLean’s “American Pie.” Additionally, Chevrolet is sponsoring the August 20 Woodward Dream Cruise – a grassroots event which draws an estimated 1.5 million car enthusiasts and 30,000 muscle cars to Michigan’s legendary Woodward Avenue. Chevrolet fans can also vote for their favorite models in a tournament-style bracket challenge which will eventually crown just one Chevy as “the best” at www.chevrolet.com/100-years/best-chevy-of-all-time/.

2012 Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback cars preview

Like the Cruze Saloon, the hatch has an assertive front appearance created by the horizontally separated radiator grille and the headlamps’ twin halogen bulbs.

Moving to the rear, the roof-mounted spoiler and a subtle crease in the pillar which runs to the base of the rear screen reinforce the visual expression of speed. The tail light cluster shows attention to detail and contributes to the.

Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback

General Motors revealed what it called the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback show car at the Paris Motor Show last year, which was in all reality, was a thinly disguised version of the production car. GM just announced, however, that we will see the actual production car this March at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

Although we won’t see the final car until we arrive in Switzerland, Chevrolet’s made no attempt to hide the fact that the car will look nearly identical to the Cruze Hatchback show car. We have to say, this isn’t a bad thing as the hatchback show car was a good looking vehicle. It featured the same front end as the sedan — save the blue headlights and LED fog lights — along with a nearly identical roofline. Rather than cutting into a trunklid though, the roofline smoothly slopes into a rakish hatch. The show car took the style of its Opel Astra platform-mate one step further, with sharper creases and a more daring C-pillar.

Unlike in Paris where GM gave no indication of what powertrains we would find under the hood of the production car, we’v now learned the basics. GM says it will be launched with a new range of engines, likely meaning the new range of gasoline and diesel I-4s introduced on the Cruze and Europe-only Orlando MPV. This is evidenced by GM’s confirmation that the range-topping turbo-diesel unit will be the same 160-horsepower, 2.0-liter I-4 as in the Orlando coupled to a six-speed manual transmission.
“The new Cruze hatchback cements that Chevrolet’s claim for a place among the mainstream brands in Europe, and it’s a vehicle that will bring new levels of value against some of the more established competition,” said Wayne Brannon, president and managing director of Chevrolet Europe.
While the photos here are of the Cruze Hatchback show car, as GM won’t reveal the production model until Geneva, it should look nearly identical. The only changes we’d expect are the removal of the blue headlight covers, blue brake calipers, and maybe the LED daytime running lights. We’ll know for sure this March when the car is revealed. GM says European sales are scheduled to start this summer, but sadly, we’re unlikely to see this car in the States.
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Mercedes A-Class E-CELL

Recently, Mercedes-Benz introduced the 2011 A-Class E-CELL Electric Car, first launched in 500 units, and will debut at the Paris Motor Show.
In power terms, 2011 A-Class E-CELL is equipped with a electric motor, the maximum output power of 71kw, the maximum torque of 290Nm, the 0-100km / h acceleration time of 14 seconds, top speed of 145km / h ( 90mph). The car uses two lithium-ion battery, it can travel 124 miles when fully charged, and 8 hours can be filled when using home electricity.

Configuration also includes the pre-start temperature control system, custom display, infotainment system, bi-xenon headlights and so on.

Mercedes B55 Concept

Spacious, innovative and safe, the compact models of the Mercedes A and B-Class score with their high practicality, and have found favour with more than 2.5 million customers as a result. An extraordinary one-off example has now been built at the Rastatt plant, and shows the B-Class in a completely new light: a B55 with a V8 engine and rear-wheel drive.

The idea came from the Rastatt plant manager, Peter Wesp. He gave some of his staff the task of creating a very special vehicle on the basis of the B-Class - leaving it to their creativity to decide what and how. Andreas Würz, a foreman in the technical vocational training department, immediately took up the challenge. He took a very close look at this large compact model, enlisted the aid of a tape-measure and came up with an idea that not only surprised and delighted his boss and colleagues, but also the trainees: "Actually it should be possible to fit a V8 into the engine compartment."
Together with his fellow-foreman Matthias Rieger from the electrics/electronics installation section, he assembled a team of twelve second-year and third-year trainees specialising in production mechanics and automotive mechatronics.
A book of specifications was drawn up:

• The spatial concept of the B-Class was to remain unchanged.
• On the outside too, there were only to be minor indications of the conversion work.
• The interior was to be upgraded in line with the new vehicle class being aspired to.
• And the result of the conversion was to be in large measure suitable for day-to-day driving.HR manager Martin Spicale promised financial support, which made the project a feasible proposition in the first place. And a "victim" (Würz) for the conversion was also soon found: a B 200 CDI which had anyway been delegated to the training workshop for learning purposes. While the trainees completely disassembled the car, Würz went in search of a suitable engine and found what he was looking for. And no mistake: the 5.5-litre V8 developing 285 kW (388 hp) and 530 newton metres of torque was transplanted into the B-Class together with a seven-speed automatic transmission and the engine control unit. The latter proved to be quite a headache later on, as it had to be reprogrammed only to process signals from the driven rear axle.
  Würz: "The V8 power unit fitted amazingly well, and we were even able to use the original engine mounts." There were serious problems with the steering, but here too, harmony was restored with a number of modifications. The exhaust system was a clever combination of various replacement part items, and took the form of a twin-pipe system emerging at the centre of the rear end. This is where the one-off, christened the B55 gets its typical, burbling sound - once the ignition key has been turned, all heads in the vicinity are guaranteed to swivel simultaneously in the direction of the B-Class.
  Intensive perusal of parts catalogues also solved the second major transplantation problem, namely the drive axle at the rear. It emerged that the rear axle of an older W 210 series E-Class would be a very good geometrical fit. Plant manager Wesp gave the go-ahead to obtain one, and Würz and his colleagues designed a subframe, which extensive forming and welding work allowed to be integrated into the B-Class bodyshell to receive the new rear axle. Elegantly concealed within the sandwich floor, the propshaft of the E-Class also fitted into the B-Class with no further modifications.
  For the brakes the team also struck gold in the replacement parts catalogue, this time in the C32 AMG listing. Perforated and internally ventilated disc brakes in size 345 x 34 mm were implanted at the front, with perforated and internally ventilated disc brakes in size 300 x 30 mm at the rear. The system was combined with striking 8.5 x 18 AMG sports wheels in a five-spoke design shod with 235/40 ZR 18 Y tyres at the front and 9 x 18 wheels with 255/35 ZR 18 Y tyres at the rear. The maximum steering angle at the front axle was limited to suit. The team had recourse to a typical item from the tuner's toolbox for the suspension, installing a coil-over suspension by K&W.
  Where the interior was concerned, friends from the training workshop in Sindelfingen were able to help, providing Alcantara linings for the A, B and C-pillars as well as a roof liner in the same, luxurious material. The seats in a leather/Alcantara combination were provided by the specialists at Johnson Controls, who are located on-site in Rastatt. The finishing touches were added to the B55 in the paint shop of the Rastatt plant. In trendy white with dark-painted radiator louvres and smoked headlamp lenses, the B-Class cuts an imposing figure but only gives a discreet indication of the powerpack concealed beneath its bonnet.
  The project team headed by foreman Würz are particularly proud that at 1620 kg, the weight of the B55 is only around 180 kg greater than that of the original car. Which means that impressive performance figures can be expected. Würz: "We have not made any measurements yet, but we should manage a sprint to 100 km/h in under six seconds."
  Plant manager Wesp is equally proud of the result: "The team of trainees has done a superb job, and placed a spotlight on the sporty genes of the B-Class that nobody could have imagined." Training manageress Manuela Rascher is likewise very pleased: "The B55 shows what our training workshop can do. And at the same time it clearly demonstrates that we not only offer young people high-quality professional training, but also highly unusual and exciting project work." Could it be that further projects of this nature are planned for the future? Rascher: "We may have some surprises in store…"

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 debuted at the 2011 Chicago Auto Show. It is the highest-performing Camaro and the most technically advanced car ever developed in its class. The new ZL1 continues the momentum of Camaro, propelling it into an entirely new realm of leading-edge performance technology. It is planned to launch at the beginning of 2012.

Motivated by a supercharged V-8 engine producing an estimated 550 horsepower (410 kW), the Camaro ZL1 will be the fastest Camaro ever offered by Chevrolet. And more than just power, the ZL1 features technologically advanced and highly developed chassis and suspension systems that help it deliver balanced, track-ready handling and braking power to complement its high engine output. Rigorous development of the ZL1 is ongoing, and official estimates of the car’s capabilities will be released later in 2011, as testing nears completion.
“Camaro ZL1 is about high-tech performance and design, and is a type of car no one has ever brought to this segment previously,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “It’s the most technically advanced Camaro ever, so we’ve chosen a name from the most elite and exclusive Camaro in history.”
The ZL1 name is derived from the all-aluminum racing engine of the same name, which was developed in the late 1960s and installed into a handful of regular-production 1969 Camaros. Only 69 were built with the engine, but they’ve achieved mythical status among enthusiasts, as they represented the pinnacle in Camaro performance – until now. The 2012 ZL1 model is designed to be a major leap forward for the Camaro, bringing a new level of performance capability to the segment.

The central goal of the car’s development was creating something new – a Camaro intended to reach optimal lap times on top road-racing circuits and excellent driving dynamics on the street. To achieve that goal, engineers evolved many of the existing Camaro’s systems, as well as incorporated new technologies such as electric power steering and Magnetic Ride Control, the world’s fastest-reacting suspension system.
Camaro ZL1’s design communicates and supports its performance mission. Rather than using decorative elements, ZL1 is visually differentiated from other current Camaro models with elements vital to the car’s elevated capabilities.
“Everything about the ZL1’s design is directly related to its technology and serious performance, especially aerodynamics,” said Ed Welburn, vice president, Global Design. “Our designers’ goal was to execute that function-oriented design with beautifully sculpted forms, creating an imposing, powerful persona. Function becomes the aesthetic. The intent is a car that delivers on the attitude it projects.”
Major elements of the ZL1’s design are a new front fascia and hood with air extractors, designed in tandem to create aerodynamic downforce to aid handling. The car’s hood includes a signature center section constructed of carbon fiber and rendered in satin black finish. New rocker panels, wide tires, 20-inch wheels and exhaust tips portray the car’s handling and power.
The ZL1 badge appears on the grille, hood and the brake calipers, all key areas portraying the technology within.
Tech overview.
Supporting the dynamic track and street performance of the ZL1 is the LSA 6.2L supercharged engine, which will produce an estimated 550 horsepower (410kW) and 550 lb.-ft. of torque (677 Nm), with specific features for the Camaro. Built on GM’s legendary all-aluminum, small-block V-8 architecture, the LSA features an intercooled supercharger system, premium heat-resistant aluminum-alloy cylinder heads and other details designed to ensure its exceptional performance is delivered with smoothness and refinement. Components and design elements that contribute to the LSA’s performance include:
• Balanced, lightweight reciprocating assembly
• High-strength hypereutectic pistons
• Sixth-generation Eaton supercharger with four-lobe rotors
• Piston oil squirters.
Because the Camaro ZL1 uses electric power steering, the engine does not incorporate a conventional hydraulic power steering pump on its accessory drive system. This enhances performance, because no engine power is used to turn a steering pump pulley.
Camaro ZL1 is a complete high-performance car, not just a Camaro with more power. Key technical highlights include:
Transmission – The high-performance Tremec TR-6060 six-speed manual is matched with the LSA engine. It is the “MG9” version of the transmission, with a higher torque capacity. It is used with a dual-mass flywheel and twin-disc clutch for easy operation and shift smoothness. A new, shorter-throw shifter actuates the gear changes.
Exhaust – ZL1 is equipped with a dual-mode exhaust system, which alters the sound level and character in response to engine rpm. First used on the legendary Corvette, and specifically tuned for Camaro ZL1, the dual-mode exhaust will give the car a signature sound.
Drivetrain – It is revised with a stronger driveshaft and rear axle system, featuring a larger and stronger cast iron differential housing, stronger axles and heavy-duty limited-slip differential. This patent-pending system is designed to ensure that ZL1’s tremendous power is delivered smoothly to the ground.
Suspension – The suspension features completely revised tuning and the inclusion of segment-exclusive Magnetic Ride Control. ZL1’s Magnetic Ride system will include driver selectable modes (Tour and Sport) tailored for the preferred style of driving. It uses advanced magneto-rheological science to produce shock damping with the highest level of precision, enabling body control optimized for excellent performance in everyday driving as well as track situations. This technology appears on only a small roster of some of the world’s finest performance cars. Other chassis elements are redesigned to support the car’s high-performance limits. Rear stabilizer bars have drop links repositioned outboard of the control arms. This makes the bars more effective in controlling body roll in turns, with crisp response to driver commands.
Brakes and Steering – Camaro ZL1 features an advanced track-capable braking system, developed in conjunction with experts from Brembo. The large 14.6-inch (370 mm) two-piece front rotors have six-piston calipers; the 14.4-inch (365 mm) rear rotors have four-piston calipers. ZL1 marks the entry of a new electric power steering system to Camaro. It is being developed to ensure precise control and feedback to the driver, with greater variability of effort for high-performance driving.
Exterior – ZL1’s signature from the front is the redesigned fascia and aluminum hood with a raised, carbon fiber insert. The fascia includes a front splitter and new vertical fog lamps. The fog lamp area includes air intakes designed for brake cooling. The hood features front-mounted air extractors that direct air precisely over the car. Visually, this center section, in satin black carbon fiber, communicates the car’s high-performance intent as a visual contrast to the car’s exterior color. Functionally, the air extractor is a key in connecting airflow closely to the bodywork, creating aerodynamic downforce. The carbon fiber center section reduces the mass of the hood. High-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps and fog lamps are standard. The rear of the car includes a diffuser and spoiler, also functional elements that enhance the car’s aerodynamics.
Wheels and Tires – New-design, 20-inch forged aluminum wheels, which are lighter than the 20-inch wheels used on the Camaro SS, are used with new Goodyear Supercar F2 ties developed specifically for the ZL1.
Interior – ZL1 is tailored for high-performance driving. The front seats feature microfiber suede inserts. Other enhancements include a redesigned steering wheel, alloy pedals, Head-Up Display with unique performance readouts and the “four-pack” auxiliary gauge system featuring a boost readout.
Production details.
All of the Camaro exterior colors will be offered with the ZL1, but black is the only interior color. The unique exterior features are complemented with a black center section on the hood. Inside, the Camaro ZL1 has heated leather seats with microfiber inserts and ZL1 logos embroidered on the front headrests. Microfiber suede is repeated as an accent on the instrument panel, adding a richer look to the interior. The ZL1 will include the same content as the current 2SS package and include the following new or unique features:
• Six-way power driver and passenger seats
• Unique instrument panel and door panel inserts; and ZL1-logo sill plates
• Steering wheel audio controls with Bluetooth capability
• Wireless PDIM and USB-port
• Boston Acoustics premium audio system
• Rear parking assist
• Rear camera system (displayed in the inside rearview mirror).
Engineers have already driven Camaro ZL1 prototypes extensively at demanding road courses in the U.S. and Germany, with final testing being completed through the balance of 2011.

Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Edition

Chevrolet Camaro, America's most popular sports car, extends its momentum with enhancements for the 2012 model year. Highlights include an improved version of its standard 3.6L direct injection V-6 engine, a new FE4 performance suspension package for SS coupes and several interior and technology improvements, such as a revised instrument panel design, new steering wheel and rear camera system.
The enhancements arrive in time for Camaro's 45th birthday, which will be celebrated with the release of the Chevrolet Camaro 45th Anniversary Special Edition. Continuing the tradition of Camaro anniversary models, the 45th Anniversary Special Edition carries all the upgrades for 2012, with additional unique design elements, inside and out.

"The appeal of Camaro design and performance has powered it to the top of its segment," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. "For 2012, we're capitalizing on that momentum with enhancements to Camaro's performance and comfort."
Also coming in early 2012 is the high-performance Camaro ZL1, the most technologically advanced car ever developed in its segment.
Class-leading 3.6L V-6 engine
Camaro's new 3.6L direct injection V-6 - the LFX engine - goes into production in the summer of 2011. It delivers an SAE-certified 323 horsepower (241 kW) at 6,800 rpm - an increase of 11 horsepower (8 kW) over the 2011 engine, with no compromise in fuel economy.

Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback

The story of the Chevrolet Cruze goes from strength to strength with the latest chapter heralding the launch of a new Chevrolet Cruze hatchback model, further evidence of Chevrolet's intention to bring value for money to all mainstream segments in Europe.
A show car version of Chevrolet's compact contender will be seen for the first time at the 2010 Paris Motor Show, on September 30. It will be one of four world Chevrolet premieres at the show.

With the introduction of the new Chevrolet Cruze hatchback, customers have an alternative body style to the traditional sedan and Chevrolet has raised the bar again with a vehicle that brings new levels of value against some of the more established competition.
According to Wayne Brannon, president and managing director of Chevrolet Europe, the potential for meeting further customer demand is significant. "Cruze is turning out to be a real success story. We are selling it in 70 countries around the world and it has recently surpassed the Aveo as our top selling passenger car nameplate globally.
"Hatchbacks play a critical role in many markets. The total compact segment in Europe represents around 4.8 million units which is over a quarter of the total market, with hatchbacks representing around 65% of that volume. We therefore expect to see increased business in a number of regions, while sending out a signal that Chevrolet is now a serious mainstream player in Europe."
Since its launch in the spring 2009, the Chevrolet Cruze sedan has been warmly welcomed by markets all over the world, greeted as a step change for the brand with customers attracted to its coupe style, build quality, 5-star NCAP rating and driving dynamics. It was also elected the AUTOBEST car of 2010 by a jury of leading auto writers in Central and Eastern Europe.
The Chevrolet Cruze is a car particularly well suited to European driver tastes, a fact borne out by sales success across many of markets. So far in 2010, Chevrolet Cruze tops the compact sedan sales charts in many of the larger European markets including Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, Portugal and the U.K., where it is exceeding forecasted sales.

Outside of Europe, Chevrolet Cruze's sales momentum is equally evident. In China alone, Chevrolet has sold nearly 90,000 Cruze since the start of the year, while the sedan is also selling well in Russia, parts of South America, and in India and other emerging markets.
Hatchback design
With its attractive sweeping coupe roofline and short overhangs at both the front and rear, the new Chevrolet Cruze hatchback has the same dynamic 'stance' as the sedan and will be instantly recognizable. It will benefit too from the same taut body 'feel' on the road, being built using the new body-frame integral system (BFI) which is complemented by the final tuning to chassis components. The BFI system results in high levels of stability and solidity.
Cargo capacity for the Chevrolet Cruze hatchback is close to 400 liters and will feature 60/40 split rear seating.
Chevrolet's participation in the World Touring Car Championship with the Chevrolet Cruze is also currently paying great dividends. With four races left in the season, it currently leads both the drivers' and team championships while also showcasing the dynamic qualities of the car to great effect.
The new Chevrolet Cruze 5-door hatchback will go on sale across Europe mid 2011 with prices announced nearer the launch date.

Chevrolet Captiva

The new Captiva SUV will be seen for the first time at the Paris Motor Show, sporting a new front end design, a range of enhancements to the interior and new engines and transmissions. Captiva will be one of four Chevrolet world premieres.

Captiva is Chevrolet's full-blooded sports SUV with confident and dynamic new styling and active on-demand all-wheel drive system that distributes power as needed.

At the same time the new Captiva retains the advantages of its adaptable, theatre-style seating in three rows which comfortably accommodates up to seven passengers.

The Captiva has won many friends for its exterior design since its launch in 2006, and with the new model it just got even better. A number of features are immediately noticeable when viewing the new Captiva from the front, adding up to its athletic stance: the re-shaped and sharply sculptured hood, a new larger grille with its dual-opening and the Chevrolet 'bow-tie' sited proudly in the middle, and the prism style headlamps and integrated LED turn signals on the outside rearview mirrors.

Moving round to the front fenders, the side air-vents now take on a more angular shape to emphasize the new Captiva's sporting intent, while from the A pillars back the Captiva retains its handsome profile, characterized by a sleek, rising shoulder line.

Setting the new Captiva's body off perfectly are the new exterior color palette and the accentuated wheel arches which will accommodate wheel sizes of 17 to 19 inches.

It's under the Captiva's new hood that many changes are also taking place, with no less than four new powerful engines that will come standard with a new manual or automatic six-speed transmission for a powerful, smooth ride. The new engine line-up, which is comprised of two gasoline engines (2.4L and 3.0L) and two turbo-diesel variants (2.2L), incorporates a host of advanced technologies aimed at delivering an optimal balance of performance and fuel economy.

With the introduction of a new 3.0 liter 258 hp V6 gasoline engine with direct injection and variable valve timing, the Captiva will be one of the most powerful compact SUVs on the market, while the new 2.2 liter common rail turbo-charged diesel units will be available with either 163 or 184 hp outputs. Rounding off the new line-up is a 2.4 liter dual overhead cam gasoline unit with variable valve timing, rated at 171 hp. Both, the 2.2 liter turbo-diesels as well as the 2.4 liter gasoline engine can be ordered in front- or all-wheel-drive configurations.

The new Captiva's chassis has been re-tuned to further enhance vehicle dynamics, improving cornering, roll characteristics and ride feel. With Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS) and Braking Assist System (BAS) standard, as well as front-, side- and curtain airbags, the Captiva provides a high level of safety.

Climb aboard the new Captiva and driver and passengers will still be welcomed by that airy and spacious interior, with storage space that is among best in class and with the option of either 5 or 7 seats.

The Captiva's upgraded interior now features an array of new finishes and textures including all-new seat fabrics and interior décor appointments to give the car a more up-market feel and look. Designers have put to good use some of the elements featured on other new Chevrolet models, such as the ice-blue back lighting and the 'wrap-round' design of the front fascia which flows into the front driver's and passenger doors creating the dual-cockpit look.

The new Captiva features Hill Start Assist, eliminating 'roll-back' on hills and an electric park brake that opens up space for further storage in the center console, including two 1-liter cup holders.

The new Captiva's audio system includes Aux-in, USB-port and Bluetooth connectivity. Passengers will enjoy their audio experience all the more thanks to improved acoustic engineering resulting in reduced road, wind and engine noise. Captiva can be ordered with a touch-screen navigation system with rear view camera for parking assistance.

Captiva offers a lot of SUV for its price: powerful, yet efficient engines, all-wheel drive capabilities, roominess and versatility for up to seven passengers. Its launch in Europe is scheduled for spring 2011.

2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

Leaving the others in the Chicago Auto Show debuts a brand-spanking dust new Camaro ZL1 - the most powerful Camaro ever. This beautiful beast is powered by a supercharged 6.2L LSA V-8 engine that produces about 550 hp and 550 Nm of torque, which is just enough to get our hearts racing and our fingers are twitching to grab the wheel.

"Camaro ZL1 is about high-tech performance and design, and the type of vehicle, no one has ever brought to this segment before," said Rick Scheidt, vice president of marketing for Chevrolet. "This is the most technically advanced AO Camaro ever, so that we, Äôve chose the name of the most elite and exclusive Camaro in history."

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 would be different a new front fascia, hood with air extractors, as well as the signature of the section is built of carbon fiber rendered in a satin black finish. Completion of opinion set a 20-inch wheels and exhaust tips with ZL1 badge on the grille, hood, and brake calipers.

UPDATE 06/13/2011: It is, AOS had a few months after the Camaro ZL1, AO official debut Camaro5 and now offers new details about the most powerful Camaro ever. Apparently, ZL1 will not be shared only with automatic transmission and traction control efficiency of the ZR1. In addition to this tidbit, it seems that the alleged "550 hp" is also incorrect, as Al Oppenheiser confirmed that the yield will be higher than 550 of the CTS-V. Production will begin in the first quarter of 2012.

UPDATE 07/12/2011: When Chevrolet introduced the Camaro ZL1 they did not mention anything about the engine, AO output. At the same time they opened the door to all kinds of speculation. It is a fact that the LSA 6.2L ZL1 get a supercharged V-8 engine with an output for this engine is still up for debate. The yield was originally rumored to have 550 hp, but the most recent speculation suggests that we will see a total of 570 HP. It will be a place between the current Camaro ZL1 SS (426 hp) and the Corvette ZR1 (638 hp).

Exterior

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Exterior

The new and most powerful Camaro will get a new panel design and an aluminum hood with a raised, carbon fiber inserts, front splitter and a new vertical fog lights with air intakes designed to cool the brakes. Hood function of the front of the air cleaners are made in the central part of black satin carbon fiber. Lights Xenon HID model will be to provide plenty of light from the front. Distinctive rear, as well as providing more downforce is more spoiler and diffuser. Newly developed 20-inch forged aluminum wheels help complete the aggressive look of the ZL1.

Interior

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Interior

In the interior, ZL1 will be available only in black with black leather sport seats with inserts made of microfiber suede. ZL1 logos adorn the front headrests and microfiber suede cover the instrument panel. Other interior features include a new design of the steering wheel, alloy pedals, Head-Up Display with a unique testimony of performance, and "four-pack" of the auxiliary system showing the increase in caliber reading. Heads-Up Display will be available to show the unique testimony of the performance right on the windshield allows the driver to focus on the rapidly approaching horizon ahead.

Camaro ZL1 will come standard with a six-way power driver and passenger seats, unique instrument panel, door panel inserts, and ZL1-logo sill plates. New technologies can be seen in audio steering wheel Thanks to the Bluetooth, wireless PDIM and USB-port, premium Boston Acoustics audio system, rear parking sensors and rear camera system (displayed in the rearview mirror). 1969 introduced the world to a minimalist car muscle name ZL1 - 2012 will see the revival of that nickname with a higher power and an interior packed with more than technology, BMW.

Engine

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Engine

Chevrolet has decided to use its most powerful engine ever in a Camaro: a LSA 6.2L supercharged V-8 engine that produces an estimated 550 HP and 550 lb.-ft. of torque. The engine is mated to a Tremec TR6060 six-speed manual transmission that uses a 240-mm dual-mass flywheel matched with a 240-mm twin-disc clutch system to provide excellent shift smoothness. In order to harness all this power the new ZR1 will also have Magnetic Ride Control offering two settings depending on how quickly you want to get to work that day. Brembo brakes will be used on all four wheels with six piston calipers out front and four piston units at the back. Complete performance figures are not yet available, but we are sure this will be more than just a contender in its class.

Prices

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Prices

The new Camaro ZL1 go on sale in early 2012. Pricing will be announced later, but we think that it will cost somewhere around competition, and about $ 15 thousand more than the model SS. If we are right and this is included in the price of $ 50,000 the region than it will not be cheap thrills, as the Challenger SRT8, but it can set new performance records for Chevrolet and industry.

Competition

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Competition

Any muscle car fanatic will tell us that the most important thing for any competitor to his Camaro Ford Mustang counterpart. Camaro ZL1 specifically has views of the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. GT500 is equipped with a 5.4-liter supercharged V8 that produces 550 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque, which provides only a Camaro with a small advantage from jump. On the numbers are so similar, we can only imagine that the ball is now in the court of Ford to come up with a new model of Chevrolet to blow out of the water. It was a long time Chevrolet was the answer to the mighty GT500 and we look forward to ongoing wars car muscle.

Camaro Superfest 2011 brings a surprising color palette for the ZL1

Camaro Superfest

Camaro Superfest Engine

Camaro Superfest

Camaro Superfest

Camaro Superfest is the longest running event in all the Camaro in the U.S.. A couple of weekends ago, it happened in Riverside Park, Ypsilanti, Michigan, offering visitors the opportunity to see first and second non-red Camaro ZL1: one white and one yellow (Bumblebee Transformers star of recent film). ZL1 White is also the first model, featire automatic transmission (commonly ZL1 offered with six-speed Tremec TR6060 manual transmission).

Camaro ZL1 is powered by a supercharged 6.2L LSA V-8 engine that produces about 550 hp and 550 Nm of torque. The model will be different the new front fascia, hood with air extractors, as well as the signature of the section is built of carbon fiber rendered in a satin black finish.

This year, the Camaro Superfest hit its 20th anniversary and was held from July 1 to July 3, 2011. This event, where participants have to manage Camaro, regardless of the year.

Land Rover Range Rover Black

"The Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black represents the very best Range Rover has to offer and is a fitting tribute to a vehicle which has consistently set the highest standards for all-terrain performance, luxury and design for the last 40 years." Phil Popham, Land Rover Managing Director
The ultimate incarnation of the Range Rover, the Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black 40th Anniversary Limited Edition, is quite simply the last word in bespoke vehicles.

With a unique finish in Barolo Black, the exterior also features 20-inch alloy wheels, Diamond Turned, a unique front grille with Titan grille mesh, a bright chrome grille 'U' edge and black grille surround. Side vents have a new mesh set off by bright chrome bars and a black vent surround. There are body coloured door handles and of course, the tailgate badge, 'Autobiography Black'.
Inside, there's a choice of the standard colourway in Jet, or two colourways unique to the Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black - Jet and Ivory, or Jet and Pimento. The Autobiography Black logo is discretely repeated throughout the interior where it is embossed on the rear seat armrest and appears on the four unique, Grand Black door veneers. Front door sill tread plates are illuminated with the words 'Range Rover' and there's a half wood Grand Black steering wheel. Petrol models also offer gearknob veneers.
"At the top of the Range, the new Land Rover Range Rover Autobiography Black 40th Anniversary Limited Edition offers customers the option of complete exclusivity with unique colourway combinations as well as striking interior and exterior design features. Around 700 will be made, emphasising the exclusivity of this limited edition." Design Director, Gerry McGovern
No detail has been overlooked in ensuring this is the most special Range Rover in the marque's 40 year history. Even the key fob and driver's handbook carry the Autobiography Black logo.

2011 Chevrolet Impala Luxury sedan Concept

New 2011 Chevrolet Impala LTZ in Black. Shown with available dealer-installed polished stainless steel exhaust tips from Chevrolet Accessories. The Full-Size Car More People Depend On. It’s easy to understand why the Chevrolet Impala is America’s No. 1 choice in full-size sedans. For more than 50 years, Impala has delivered proven excellence in a car people keep coming back to. With its standard 3.5L V6 engine, the 2011 Impala offers a remarkable 29 MPG highway. That’s highway mileage Ford Taurus, Chrysler 300 and Dodge Charger can’t match.

Chevrolet Impala surrounds you with advanced technologies that include the StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System, four-wheel antilock braking system (ABS), Traction Control, frontal- and sideimpact air bags, and OnStar with Automatic Crash Response (standard for the first six months). 100,000 mile/5-year6 Transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty. Impala helps protect you with a 100,000 mile/5-year transferable Powertrain Limited Warranty plus Roadside Assistance and Courtesy Transportation Programs to guarantee the quality.

Chevrolet Impala

2011 Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet Impala is the only car in its class offering the versatility of a flip-and-fold-flat rear seat (standard on LTZ; available on LT). The 60/40 seat accommodates three passengers in its normal position. Pull up either seat cushion or both to reveal a composite storage tray that runs the entire width of the rear floor. Fold down both rear seatbacks, and a flat load floor is created, providing additional cargo-carrying capability.

Chevrolet Impala LT interior in Neutral with available Luxury Edition Package. Features of this available package include heated front bucket seats with leather appointments; six-way power passenger seat; flip-and-fold-flat rear seat; Bose premium sound system; XM Radio with one-year trial; Universal Home Remote transmitter; auto-dimming inside rearview mirror; outside power-adjustable, heated mirrors; and rear spoiler. Impala has a huge 18.6-cu.-ft. trunk.3 And Impala LS and LT offer available seating for six, an option that’s not available on Ford Taurus, Dodge Charger or Nissan Maxima.

2011 Chevrolet Impala

When running on gas, Impala LS and LT with the 3.5L engine offer V6 fuel economy that’s unsurpassed
in this class.2 The 3.9L V6 in LTZ also offers impressive fuel economy  an EPA estimated 27 MPG highway. The engines on Impala are E853 Flex Fuel-capable, unlike the engines on any Honda or Toyota car. E85 is a mostly renewable fuel source made primarily from U.S.-grown biomaterial, which can help reduce our dependence on petroleum. Impala features a four-wheel independent suspension specially calibrated to each powertrain and trim level for an optimum balance of ride and handling.

OnStar1 with Automatic Crash Response standard for the first six months. In certain types of collisions, built-in sensors can automatically alert an Advisor, who is immediately connected into your vehicle and can request that emergency help be sent to your exact GPS location even if you’re unable to respond. Six Air Bags. Every 2011 Impala includes six standard air bags: dual-stage frontal air bags, thorax side-impact air bags and head-curtain side-impact air bags. Four-Wheel Antilock Brakes help maintain steering control
by reducing wheel lockup during hard braking on most slippery surfaces. Safety Cage Construction. With reinforced steel used for the roof, vertical pillars and side-door beams, the safety cage is designed to help preserve occupant space in a crash.

The eight-speaker Bose sound system features woofers strategically placed in the front doors and rear deck to deliver full, powerful low-frequency sound. A Bose amplifier with proprietary digital signal processing and six channels of custom equalization helps tune the sound specifically for Impala. Standard on LTZ and available on LT with the Luxury Edition Package. Enjoy commercial-free music channels from every genre plus the best in sports, news, talk, entertainment and comedy on every drive. A three-month trial is standard on LS and LT; a one-year trial is included on LT with the Luxury Edition Package and is standard on LTZ. Bluetooth wireless technology2 for select phones lets you make, answer and end calls with a tap of the steering wheel controls. Standard on LTZ and LT and now available on LS. With OnStar3 Turn-by-Turn Navigation, you tell the Advisor your destination and get directions sent to your vehicle. That’s it. See upcoming turns and street names displayed on the Driver Information Center or radio. Wrong turn? Turn-by Turn knows it and helps get you back on track automatically.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu New Concept and Performance

New 2011 Chevrolet Malibu with more than 40 awards to its credit, the Chevrolet Malibu continues to command attention and acclaim with praise such as, "Chevrolet Malibu hits a high-water mark for its size and price with taut proportions, elegant lines and a crisp, clear profile. he same concept used in expensive luxury cars - helps create a barrier to reduce unwanted noise. Bright Lights Malibu LTZ features taillamps with clear lenses and LED illumination. New 18" five-spoke Chrome-Tech aluminum wheels are available on 2LT as part of available Engine Package.

You'll be impressed by the nearly microscopic gaps - many as tight as 1mm - in the interior fit and finish. From the dual cockpit to the sculpted door panels, one detail flows seamlessly into the next. There's a Driver Information Center, featuring an outside temperature gauge, Tire Pressure Monitor, and readouts for range and instant/average MPG. Inside the leather-appointed LTZ interior, the heated driver seat includes an eight-way power adjuster and power lumbar control, while the heated passenger seat features a six-way power adjuster. Rich textures please the senses. A Remote Vehicle Starter System even pre-cools your Malibu LTZ on hot days or preheats it on cold days.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu

The Chevrolet Malibu With 33 MPG highway,  Malibu LTZ offers fuel economy that a comparable Toyota Camry can't match. That means up to 528 highway miles on a single fill-up. A six-speed automatic transmission, standard on all models, helps maximize performance and fuel efficiency. Malibu engines feature Variable Valve Timing (VVT) - a technology that optimizes combustion, enhances low-end torque and helps lower tailpipe emissions. A 252-hp 3.6L engine with dual overhead camshafts and VVT is available on 2LT and LTZ. Fuel economy for this engine is 26 highway and 17 city.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu

New 2011 Chevrolet Malibu With OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation (standard for the first six months) offers you a live Advisor to help - even if you don't know the full address. Just push the OnStar button and an automated voice calls out directions. Bluetooth wireless technology for select phones lets you make, answer and end calls with a tap of the steering wheel controls. Available on LS and 1LT, standard on 2LT and LTZ.
Chevrolet Malibu offers the unsurpassed lifesaving technology of OnStar. And the Insurance Institute for highway Safety has rated the 2010 Malibu a "Top Safety Pick" That's an achievement unmatched by Honda Accord or Toyota Camry. Standard Malibu safety features include:

OnStar service for the first six months with Automatic Crash Response, StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System, Six air bags, StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System Progressive crush front body structure, Four-wheel antilock brakes. Every Malibu offers the security of OnStar with Automatic Crash Response standard for the first six months. In the event of a collision, built-in sensors can automatically alert an OnStar Advisor, who is immediately connected into your vehicle to see if you need help sent to your exact location - even if you can't respond.

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Prices MSRP $21,975 - $27,165
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LS       $21,975
2011 Chevrolet Malibu 1LT     $22,975
2011 Chevrolet Malibu 2LT     $25,385
2011 Chevrolet Malibu LTZ     $27,165

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2011 Chevrolet Spark Interior preview and specification

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