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  • DD Customs Refines Chevrolet Camaro SS

    DD-Customs-Chevrolet-Camaro-SS-THUMBDD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS comes offering more power and enhanced undercarriage for better transverse dynamics. This Camaro will surely cause goose-bumps in any fan of the muscle car. The production version of this Chevy produces from its V8-engine up to 400 horsepower (294 kW). However, this wasn’t enough for the owner and he wanted an improved output. For this reason DD Customs gave the eight-cylinder engine a K&N air filter system, a 2-inch fan manifold, two 200-cell race catalysers and a flap-controlled exhaust system with four 115 millimeters thick end pipes. The result is the staggering 475 horsepower (350 kW) and a a maximum torque of 609 Nm (449 lb-ft).

    Next, DD Customs decided to create a special exhaust system for this Chevrolet. When it is with open flaps, the V8 „screams” loudly enough to turn your head after the car, if you by accident didn’t see it passing by.

    Before the conversion of the engine, the customers gave the Camaro a KW version 1 undercarriage. In this way they have lowered the car and improved its grip. At the same time, they have mounted rare Drewske wheel rim of type STC-10 in the 22-inch format. The wheel rims were then painted in black and red. The wheel/tyre combination perfectly fills the wheel houses and it measures 9×22 inch with 265/30R22 at the front and 11×22 inch with 305/25R22 at the drive axle.

    There were also changes made to the outer skin of the muscle car. The tuning company developed in-house a special front spoiler lip made of light-weight carbon fibre. It was attached below the serial bumper. They developed also a carbon cowl, which also makes the car unique. At last, DD Customs integrated a carbon rear diffuser into the car’s tail. It frames the four gigantic exhaust end tubes of the flap unit and perfectly rounds out the new appearance of the iconic muscle car.

    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS
    DD Customs Chevrolet Camaro SS

    Source: DD Customs

  • 2015 Chevrolet SS will Get a 6-Speed Manual Gearbox

    2015 Chevrolet SS will get a 6-speed manual transmission as well as a 3.70 rear axle ratio. The model will also get a Magnetic Selective Ride Control system improving the handling and the comfort significantly by adjusting the stiffness of the dampers continuously.

    Other new features include five colors: Jungle Green Metallic, Regal Peacock Green, Perfect Blue, Some Like It Hot Red and Alchemy Purple. There is also a new front license plate bracket and an OnStar 4G LTE infotainment system with a touchscreen display.

    The engine remains the well-known LS3 6.2 litre V8 with 415HP (310 kW) and 563Nm (415 lb-ft) of torque. It accelerates the vehicle from 0-100 km/h in 5.0 seconds, when connected to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

    Standard extras include High intensity discharge headlamps with Light emitting diode daytime running lamps, Automatic Parking Assist, Chevrolet MyLink with a color touch screen and GPS-based navigation system, Bose premium audio system – including SiriusXM radio (with 12-month trial), Color head-up display and color driver information center, Dual-zone automatic climate control, Alloy pedal covers, Heated and ventilated front seats with memory, Side Blind Zone Alert and Lane Departure Warning, Rear-vision camera with rear park assist, Keyless access and push-button start.

    2014 Chevrolet SS
    2014 Chevrolet SS
    2014 Chevrolet SS
    2014 Chevrolet SS
    2014 Chevrolet SS

    Source: GM

  • Eight-speed transmission to debut in select Chevrolet and GMC vehicles

    The US car brands of Chevrolet and GMC, fully owned by General Motors, have confirmed that certain Chevy and GMC models will receive a new eight-speed automatic transmission starting in 2015. The new models that will boast this gearbox will be the 2015 Chevrolet Silverado and the GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models that come with 6.2-liter EcoTec3 V8 engines.

    The new transmission is called Hydra-Matic 8L90 and has been developed by GM. It comes with about the same size and weight as the Hydra-Matic 6L90 six-speed automatic gearbox. Its 7.0 overall gear ratio spread is wider than GM’s six-speed automatic transmissions, providing a numerically higher first gear ratio to help drivers start off more confidently with a heavy load or when trailering. The 8L90 also enables numerically lower rear axle ratios, which reduce engine rpm on the highway.

    The 6.2-liter EcoTec V8 engine is also impressive – it offers 309 kW (420 HP) of power and 460 lb.-ft. (624 Nm) of torque as well as a maximum available trailer rating of 12 000 pounds (5448 kilograms), based on the SAE J2807 Recommended Practices. Just like many other EcoTec3 engines, it can also work with four cylinders only under lighter loads to improve fuel efficiency.

    More information on the 6.2-liter EcoTec V8 engine will become available when the unit enters production, which will be in Q4 2014.

    Source: GM

  • Chris Pratt To Drive Chevrolet SS Pace Car At Brickyard

    The official Chevrolet SS Pace Car at the Brickyard has been unveiled next to the news that it will be driven by the actor Chris Pratt. His latest film – “Guardians of the Galaxy” will soon have its premiere. The actor disclosed that it is a “dream-come-true” for him to drive the official pace car at the race. The John Wayne Walding 400 at the Brickyard will take place on Sunday, 27th of July at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

    The SS is Chevrolet’s first V-8 rear-wheel-drive performance sedan built since 1996. It is driven by the LS3 Chevrolet V-8 engine, which produces 415 horsepower (305 kW) and 562 Nm (415 lb-ft) of torque. The unit is coupled with a six-speed automatic transmission that can be shifted manually using TAPshift paddles positioned on the steering wheel.

    The Crown Royal Presents the John Wayne Walding 400 is part of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race. Chevrolet has a long history of pacing races specifically at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. It has delivered pace cars for every NASCAR Sprint Cup Series race since 1994.

    This year marks the 20th anniversary of NASCAR racing. Furthermore, Chevrolet has entered the SS as its race car in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series competition from the last year. Back then, behind the steering wheel sat Jimmie Johnson. Chevrolet has also won 11 consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races at the Brickyard. In addition, it has also won 15 of 20 races in the overall history of the Brickyard 400.

    The company will also pace every race during the Kroger Super Weekend (July 25-27) at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Next to the SS, other pace car Chevrolets will be: Camaro ZL1 in the IMSA Continental Tire SportsCar Challenge, Corvette convertible in the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship and Camaro 1LE in the NASCAR Nationwide Series.

    Chevrolet SS Brickyard Pace Car
    Chevrolet SS Brickyard Pace Car
    Chevrolet SS Brickyard Pace Car
    Chevrolet SS Brickyard Pace Car
    Chevrolet SS Brickyard Pace Car
    Chevrolet SS Brickyard Pace Car

    Source: Chevrolet

  • Cadillac Twin-Turbo – 3,000HP vs Chevrolet Corvette Twin-Turbo – 3,000HP [video]

    Urbanhillbilly has published an impressive video on Youtube showing a drag racing between two insane vehicles – Cadillac XLR Twin-Turbo with 3,000HP and Proline Chevrolet Corvette Twin-Turbo also with 3,000HP. The race is at 1/8 mile, instead of the usual ¼ mile and the results are still impressive.

    The Cadillac finished in 4.29 seconds with a trap speed of 188.25 mph (302.9 km/h), while the Corvette won with a time of 4.20 seconds and a trap speed of 185.54 mph (298.5 km/h).

    Although the cars are extremely fast, there is something else that caught our attention. The Cadillac comes not only with over 3,000HP, but with power windows as well. Usually, drag cars are completely stripped to save weight, but the Cadillac might be street legal with normal tires and some minor upgrades. The Corvette on the other hand doesn’t have windows at all and interior as well, so it has to be a lot lighter helping it to win.

    The Twin Turbo Cadillac XLR is driven by Scott Lowery, while the Proline Twin Turbo Chevrolet Corvette has Mark Woodruff behind the steering wheel. The spectacular battle is held on the famous Tulsa Raceway Park.

    Enjoy!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXpgsVoY5pc#t=82

    Source: Cadillac

  • 2014 Callaway Chevrolet Corvette Gets Torque Update [627 HP; 827 Nm]

    2014-callaway-corvette-005-THUMBThe last time we have heard about 2014 Callaway Chevrolet Corvette Callaway it produced the astonishing 620 horsepower (456 kW) and 810 Nm (600 lb-ft) of torque. These figures obviously weren’t enough for the tuners and engineers at Callaway so they have opted for a toque update. After vehicle testing and validation, the vehicle has been rated at 627 horsepower (461 kW) at 6400 rpm and 827 Nm (610 lb-ft) at 4400 rpm of torque. In other words over the stock Corvette baseline the increase is exactly 167 hp (123 kW) and 196 Nm (145 lb-ft).

    The graphic below illustrates the increase in power due to Callaway‘s new supercharger design and single acoustic chamber exhaust system. The horsepower increases gradually from idle to maximum engine speed, thus avoiding peaking at 6000 rpm. You can also see a broad torque curve with output of more than 678 Nm (500 lb-ft) at only 2200 rpm.

    Callaway’s supercharger system features intake manifold design with new intercooler design, and a 2300cc high helix angle as well as four-lobe rotor pack. In fact, the tuners have developed the long-runner manifold to enhance the mid-range torque. The result ism 77 Nm (57 lb-ft) more than last year’s Callaway Corvette.

    The intercooler system features three discrete liquid-to-air cooling elements, thus providing great inlet air cooling efficiency. In addition, the extended supercharger housing, convective heat transfer yields additional reduction of inlet air temperature. This provides more oxygen for the volume of air and at the same time enhances the power and helps prevent engine-damaging detonation.

    Source: Callaway

  • 2016 Chevrolet Camaro To Get Four-Cylinder Engine

    2016 Chevrolet Camaro will probably get some changes when compared to the current generation car. However, they won’t include design modifications, but rather some engine tweaks. There has been rumored that the new Chevy will be equipped as an option with four cylinder engine. These assumptions are based on the reports that the car will be lighter by several hundred pounds. Furthermore, the new 2016 Camaro will also grow on size, meaning that it won’t use anymore the short-wheelbase version of Alpha from the Cadillac ATS. It will be rather built on the long-wheelbase CTS.

    In other words this will make the new Camaro 2.3 inches longer than the current generation. The overall length of the car is expected to be around 114.6 inches, and this means that it will be 7.5 inches longer than the 2015 Ford Mustang, but still shorter than the current Dodge Challenger.

    The smaller, entry-level engine fitted to the coupe, is expected to be like the one used in the Cadillac ATS and CTS – the 2.0-liter turbocharged powertrain. This unit produces 272 horsepower (200 kW) and 400 Nm (295 pound-feet) of torque. Actually, most probably the car will be equipped with modified 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine, which we have seen in the new Mustang. This unit is capable of more than 305 hp (2205 kW) and 407 Nm (300 lb-ft) of torque.

    Of course, there has been nothing said about discontinuation of the current 3.6-liter V-6 and 6.2-liter V-8 units. 2016 Chevrolet Camaro will make an official world debut in the beginning of 2015. It is expected to go on sale later that year.

  • Hennessey 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray HPE700

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    Hennessey Performance has presented their more powerful HPE700 performance package for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray. The sports car comes with a number of performance upgrades as well as some style improvements. The tuning specialists also published an interesting video with the car (below).

    2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray is powered by a 6.2 liter V8 LT1 – 460HP (343 kW) and 624Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The engine is mated to a 7-speed manual gearbox with active rev matching.

    The HPE700 performance package includes High Flow Supercharger System, High Flow Cylinder Heads, Custom HPE Camshaft, HPE Air Induction System, All Necessary Gaskets & Fluids, Professional Installation, HPE Engine Management Calibration, Dyno Tuning & Road Testing, Serial-Numbered Dash & Engine Plaques, Hennessey Exterior Badging, Hennessey Premium Floormats, Hennessey Carbon Fiber Door Sills, a 3 Year or 36,000 Mile Limited Warranty. The result is 700HP (515 kW) at 6,300RPM.

    Optional upgrades include: Hennessey CarbonAero Rear Lip Spoiler, Side Sills & Front Lip Spoiler;  Hennessey Carbon Fiber Door Sill Plates; Hennessey H10 Monoblock Wheel Upgrade; Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires; Brembo Carbon Ceramic Brake Upgrade; Penske Adjustable Suspension Upgrade; Custom Interior Leather Upgrades; Carbon Fiber Interior Upgrades.

    Enjoy!

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3gdM4eV8IE

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    Source: Hennessey

  • 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon

    The new 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and 2015 GMC Canyon will have more power than expected. Both pick-up trucks are expected to hit the market this fall. They feature a number of upgrades including two revised engines, high-quality materials and impressive capabilities.

    The engine range includes a 2.5 liter four-cylinder – 200HP (149 kW) and 258Nm (191 lb-ft) of torque and a 3.6 liter V6 with 305HP (227 kW) and 364Nm (227 lb-ft). Both are connected to a 6-speed matic transmission that has been “specifically” designed for trucks and offers auto grade braking and a tow mode. A 6-speed manual gearbox will be also available, but only for the extended cab models with rear-wheel drive.

    The Colorado and Canyon will also provide class-leading maximum trailering capabilities, with the capacity to tow up to 7,000 pounds when properly equipped. That’s more than enough to take a truck full of friends, gear in the bed, and a trailer full of toys to your favorite weekend adventure.

    “Every decision we made considered the wants and needs of midsize truck customers. The 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon are engineered to deliver class leading horsepower,” said Anita Burke, vehicle chief engineer for Midsize Trucks.

    “Not everyone needs the size or the capability of a full-sized pickup. Now customers have a viable option in a smaller package.”, she added.

    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon
    2015 GMC Canyon

    Source: GMC

  • 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 – The Most Powerful Production Car by GM

    Chevrolet has officially announced the final output numbers for the 2015 Corvette Z06. The sports car is scheduled to hit the market in the end of this year.

    “The LT4 Small Block sets a new benchmark for power and torque at GM,” commented Steve Kiefer, vice president, GM Powertrain Engineering.

    “The engine also puts the new Corvette Z06 on par with the most powerful supercars offered in America, while delivering performance with impeccable manners that make it suitable for daily driving.”, he added.

    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is powered by a 6.2 liter LT4 supercharged V8 – 650HP (485 kW) at 6,400RPM and 880Nm (650 lb-ft) at 3,600RPM. This makes it the most powerful production car ever made by General Motors. The driver has a whopping 619Nm (457 lb-ft) of torque from idle and 847Nm (625 lb-ft) from just 2,800RPM. The engine is connected to a standard 6-speed manual gearbox or a newly developed 8-speed paddle-shift automatic transmission.

    “Torque is the pulling power of an engine and the LT4’s abundance of it at every rpm in the engine’s speed range helps the 2015 Corvette Z06 accelerate quicker and respond nearly instantaneously,” said Jordan Lee, chief engineer for Small Block engines.

    “It’s the very definition of power on demand.”, he finished.

    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

    Source: Chervolet

  • Hennessey Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray [video]

    Hennessey Performance has published a video with their tuned 2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray equipped with HPE650 Supercharged package. The tuning team performs some acceleration and dyno tests of the tuned sports car.

    2014 Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray is powered by a 6.2 liter V8 LT1 – 460HP (343 kW) and 624Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) – electronically limited. The engine is mated to a 7-speed manual gearbox with active rev matching.

    The HPE650 performance package boosts the engine to 650HP (485 kW) at 6,300RPM.

    HPE650 Supercharged Upgrade Includes

    • High Flow Supercharger System

    • HPE Air Induction System

    • Custom HPE Pulley

    • 160 Degree Thermostat

    • All Necessary Gaskets & Fluids

    • Professional Installation

    • HPE Engine Management Calibration

    • Dyno Tuning & Road Testing

    • Serial-Numbered Dash & Engine Plaques

    • Hennessey Exterior Badging

    • Hennessey Premium Floormats

    • Hennessey Carbon Fiber Door Sills

    • 3 Year / 36,000 Mile Limited Warranty

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG8GkZ47P-c

    Optional Upgrades

    • Hennessey CarbonAero Rear Lip Spoiler, Side Sills & Front Lip Spoiler

    • Hennessey Carbon Fiber Door Sill Plates

    • Hennessey H10 Monoblock Wheel Upgrade

    • Michelin Pilot Super Sport Tires

    • Brembo Carbon Ceramic Brake Upgrade

    • Penske Adjustable Suspension Upgrade

    • Custom Interior Leather Upgrades

    • Carbon Fiber Interior Upgrades

    Source: Hennessey

  • 2015 Chevrolet Impala – US Price $27,735

    Chevrolet has unveiled the 2015 Impala, which is expected to hit the market in the summer with pricing starting from $27,735 (including an $825 destination charge) for the entry level LS model. The top-of-ragen LT trim level with six-cylinder engine is priced at $30,960.

    2015 Chevrolet Impala will come with a start/stop system as standard on 2.5 liter Ecotec four-cylinder engine – 195HP (145 kW) and 253Nm (187 lb-ft) of torque. It will enable the sedan to return an EPA-estimated 22 mpg US in city, 31 mpg US on the highway and 25 mpg US on combined cycle. There is only one more engine in the range – a premium 3.6 liter six-cylinder with estimated at 303HP (226 kW).

    Other new features include a heavy-duty starter and advanced algorithms which consider the “cabin temperature, humidity, battery charge and other factors when deciding if the engine should come to a stop”. There are also new engine mounts that “provide the greatest isolation possible from the cabin”.

    The powertrains are the reason for the Impala’s responsive driving experienceIn addition, a MacPherson-strut front suspension and four-link rear suspension underpin the Impala, with an isolated front cradle and hydraulic ride bushing that help deliver a smoother, quieter ride. All models that are being offered include an electric variable-assist steering system thank to which the car is more fuel efficient.

    Source: Chevrolet