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Irmscher Chevrolet Trax – Big Wheels and Nice Style

Irmscher has announced their latest project based on Chevrolet Trax. It combines lightness with the advantages of an SUV with the efficiency and driving dynamics of a city car. So muscular and athletic, he works from the outside, so innovative and spacious is its interior.

The exterior boasts chrome door handles, side steps and 19-inch Aerostar alloy wheels. Customers can also order lowering springs (-30 mm) and a stainless steel or matte black exhaust system with round or oval tips.

The interior boasts premium leather upholstery, stainless steel door sill plates, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and Irmscher branded floor mats.

Nothing is mentioned about performance package for the 1.4 liter turbocharged petrol engine originally delivering 140HP (103 kW) and 200Nm (147 lb-ft) of torque.

Source: Irmscher

April 30, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray – US Pricing Announced

The US pricing of 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray has been just announced. The Coupe variant will have a staring price at $51 995, while the Convertible – at $56 995. The Corvette Stingray aims to bring about a combination of performance, design and technology.

The Stingray debuted at the 2013 NAIAS where it showed to the world its modern and dramatic design. This is the most powerful standard model ever created by the Chevrolet. Thanks to its 6.2L LT1 V-8 engine it generates 450 horsepower (335 kW) and 450 lb.-ft. of torque (610 Nm).

Some of the aerodynamic enhancements include carbon fibre hood and removable roof panel; composite fenders, doors and rear quarter panels; carbon-nano composite underbody panels and a new aluminium frame. All of the mentioned components contribute to a striking acceleration time: less than 4 seconds for the sprint from 0 to 100 km/h.

The standard features on 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray include:

Seating with lightweight magnesium frames for exceptional support, and eight-way power adjustment
Five-position Drive Mode Selector that tailors up to 12 vehicle attributes
New seven-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching
6.2L LT1 V-8 engine with direct injection, Active Fuel Management, continuously variable valve timing and an advanced combustion system
Carbon fiber hood on all models, and a carbon fiber removable roof panel on coupes
Aluminum frame that is 99 pounds lighter (45 kg) and 57-percent stiffer than the previous model’s structure
Advanced, high-intensity discharge (HID) and light-emitting diode (LED) lighting
Dual, eight-inch configurable driver/infotainment screens, with next-generation Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system and rear vision camera
Bose nine-speaker audio system with SiriusXM Satellite radio, Bluetooth connectivity, USB and SD card and auxiliary input jack
Keyless access with push-button start
Power tilt/telescope steering wheel
Fully electronic top on the convertible that can be lowered remotely using the key fob

The available options include:

3LT interior package, with leather-wrapped interior
Z51 Performance Package
Competition sports seats
Exposed-carbon-fiber roof panel
Magnetic Ride Control with Performance Traction Management
Dual-mode exhaust system
Carbon fiber interior trim
Sueded, microfiber-wrapped upper interior trim
Red-painted calipers
Black-painted wheels

Source: Chevrolet

April 29, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel – 46 mpg Highway

Chevrolet has announced the new 2014 Curze Diesel. It will have the best highway fuel economy of any non-hybrid passenger car in the US.

The 2014 Cruze is powered bya 2.0 liter four-cylinder diesel with 150HP (110 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque or 380Nm (280 lb-ft) with overboost. 0-100 km/h in just 8.6 seconds. The fuel economy is spectacular – 46 mpg Highway, so the owners can travel up to 1,126 km (700 miles) on a single tank of fuel.

With a starting price of $25,695, including an $810 destination charge, the Chevrolet Cruze Diesel is a better value than a similarly equipped VW Jetta TDI automatic. Compared with Jetta, the Cruze Diesel offers standard equipment including the Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system, larger 17-inch alloy wheels, leather-appointed seating, a longer five-year 100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty, and a 2-year maintenance plan.

Source: GM

April 19, 2013

Chevrolet Camaro Convertible Hot Wheels Edition

Chevrolet has introduced the Camaro Convertible Hot Wheels Edition. The special cars be driven around to help promote the iconic Indianapolis 500 race.

The manufacturer will also offer the Camaro Convertible Hot Wheels Edition at dealerships this spring.

The sports car boasts a nice Kinetic Blue exterior with a ZL1-inspired aerodynamics package as well as a set of enormous 21” alloy wheels fitted with low-profile performance tires.

The interior comes with minor changes – embroidered leather seats, special floor mats and “Hot Wheels Edition” sill plates.

The Camaro Convertible Hot Wheels Edition will be available with two engine options – a 3.6 liter V6 with 323HP (241 kW) or an enormous 6.2 liter V8 with 426HP (318 kW) and 569Nm (420 lb-ft) of torque.

Source: GM

April 4, 2013

SS Customs Chevrolet Camaro In A Tron Theme

Since its launch in 1967, Chevrolet Camaro became an iconic muscle car! With 46 years of history behind its back, it has captured so many hearts and still continues to evoke many admirations.

With its distinctive exterior and strong stance, combined with an outstanding performance, it is no surprise that it has become one of the emblematic cars of our society. And everyone who is in love with this special car wants to have their own unique Camaro. For that reason the tuning brands were born.

SS Customs have decided to make their own version of the exceptional muscle car which in addition is going to participate in the Gold Rush Rally. The latter will take place between 8th and 15th of June and will cover the following cities: San Francisco, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Dallas, Memphis, St Louis and Chicago.

Gold Rush Rally is an international public display, an annual trendsetting celebration and an exotic and supercar rally. To prepare for the event, the tuning specialists decide to give the Chevy a Tron Theme treatment.

The Twin Turbo 1000 hp beast was wrapped in a Knifeless tape by the professionals at 3M Commercial Graphics Brushed Blue Steel. In fact, knifeless tape has been designed to work with the stretchable adhesive films laid over contoured shapes with curved edges. It contains novel features that make the tape turn easily and both directions.

The result is exceptional and although we don’t have any other details around this project, we can still enjoy its beautiful pictures!

Pictures Source: SS Customs via Facebook

April 3, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Impala – US Pricing Announced

2014 Chevrolet Impala was revealed almost a year ago and now it comes with an announced pricing for the US market. The flagship sedan began driving off the line at Oshawa Assembly today and it is on its way to Chevrolet’s showrooms which will be available later this month. In addition, it has also been announced that the Impala will be manufactured at General Motors’ Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly Plant and the production will begin in May.

More importantly, the model includes several new features such as Adaptive Cruise Control and crash-avoidance technologies like Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert, and ten standard airbags.

In addition, company’s latest MyLink radio debuts in the 2014 Impala. This entertainment system features a customizable eight-inch color display screen and adopts natural voice recognition – which is the first to be met in a Chevy.

Three direct-injection engine choices will be available: a 3.6L V-6, a newly designed 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L four-cylinder with fuel-saving eAssist technology. The latter is estimated to deliver up to 35 mpg on highway driving. All of the above mentioned engines are matched to a six-speed automatic transmission.

The starting price of 2014 Chevrolet Impala begins at $27,535, including destination.

Source: Chevrolet

April 2, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra – US Price

GMC has presented the new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado and 2014 GMC Sierra. The pick-up trucks come with a lot of innovations and nice styling upgrades.

The most interesting feature is the new 5.3 liter EcoTec3 V8 with 355HP (265 kW) and 518Nm (383 lb-ft) of torque, which is an increase of 40HP and 65Nm compared to the previous 5.3 liter V8.

The engine boasts good fuel economy of 16 mpg in city, 23 mpg on highway and 19 mpg on combined cycle for RWD and slightly less for AWD version. If this is true, the Silverado and Sierra will become the most fuel-efficient trucks in their class.

The engine will enable the trucks to have a payload capacity of up to 953 kg (2,102 lbs) and a tow rating of up to 5,216 kg (11,500 lbs).

The 5.3 liter V8 is just $895 more than the 4.3-liter V6. However, there is a powerful 6.2-liter V8, but specifications aren’t released.

2014 Chevrolet Silverado is priced from $24,585 for the regular car and $28,610 for a double cab model. The crew cab is $32,710.

The 2014 GMC Sierra costs $25,085/$29,110 and $33,210 for a crew cab model.

Source: DMC

April 2, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

Chevrolet has announced the new 2014 Camaro Z28. The car made its official debut at the 2013 New York Auto Show.

The 2014 Camaro models feature a revised exterior design that integrates high-performance aerodynamics for more efficient cooling and stability at high speeds. The new Camaro Z/28 also features a full aerodynamics package that creates downforce at speed, which helps make it the most track-capable offering in Camaro’s history.

The aerodynamics body kit includes a new front splitter, flared fenders and extended side skirts. There is also a prominent spoiler, a new rear diffuser and underbody paneling. The exterior also features a quad sports exhaust system and a set of enormous 19” alloy wheels fitted with Pirelli PZero Trofeo R ultra-performance tires.

The interior boasts a pair of Recaro sport seats, a flat-bottom sports steering wheel, Octane matte trim and a new rear seat from high-density foam for more rigid structure.

The power is coming from a 7.0 liter LS7 V8 with 500HP (373 kW) and 637Nm (470 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed Tremec gearbox powering the rear wheels, where an LSD takes care about the traction… or losing it.

It is interesting that Z28 weighs whopping 136 kg (300 lbs) less than the powerful ZL1 model. That’s why, it is considered to be faster at the race track.

Other nice feature is the Brembo carbon ceramic brake system. There’s also a track-tuned suspension with stiffer springs and adjustable spool-valve dampers.

The 2014 Camaro is expected to hit the market in the begging of the next year.

Source: GM

March 28, 2013

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray AeroWagon

Callaway has announced the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray AeroWagon. The Shooting Brake version of the sports car is already available and Callaway can build it for an additional $15,000.The rear of Corvette C7 is going to have carbon fiber structural components made using Callaway’s in-house Resin Transfer Molding process.It is powered by a 6.2 liter V8 with 450HP (335 kW) and 610 Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. 0-100 km/h in 4 seconds. We expect some serious tuning of this power unit, so it can be able to reach top speed of over 322 km/h (200 mph).2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray AeroWagon is expected to hit the market in the end of this year.

March 15, 2013

2013 Chevrolet COPO Camaro With Additional Engine Choices

2013 Cehvrolet COPO Camaro factory drag-racing car will be produced in limited run and their customer will be identified starting Monday, March 11. Only sixty-nine units will be constructed in 2013.

Last year, for the 2012 COPO Camaros, when only 69 were built, more than 3000 people have shown interest. To remind you, COPO stands for Central Office Production Order and was originally used by dealers in the 1960s. Back then this created special orders, mostly for fleet vehicles.

In addition, some racing-minded dealers utilized this system in order to make higher-performance models such as the 1969 Camaro ZL1. And again, only sixty-nine examples of this Chevrolet were built, hence making the model valuable collector’s car.

To be more precise, the the 2013 production run will be offered with two new engines and a new manual transmission: 350-cubic-inch engine rated at 325 horsepower (240 kW) and the 427-cubic-inch engine rated at 425 horsepower (313 kW).

As a standard on all COPO Camaros comes the high-feature fuel-injection system with engine management directed by an all-new Holley HP EFI electronic control. The latter includes self-tuning fuel table strategies and data logging, and is utilized in conjunction with a Holley Hi-Ram intake manifold.

In addition, there is a brand new manual transmission. Rear axle gearing is optimized for each vehicle, depending on the engine and transmission. Other new and revised production features for 2013 include: a “heritage” grille and standard-production (non-HID) headlamps; new exterior graphics choices with engine-size call-outs; revised interior package with custom carpet and new switch panel; dedicated racing wiring harness; revised front springs that enhance performance; transmission cooler integrated with radiator.

What is more, five exterior colors are being offered as a choice to customers. They are namely: Black, Summit White, Victory Red, Silver Ice Metallic and Ashen Gray Metallic. The starting price for the COPO Camaro is $86 000.

Source: Chevrolet

March 8, 2013

Schwabenfolia Chevrolet Camaro SS

SchwabenFolia has announced their latest project. It is a tuned Chevrolet Camaro SS featuring both – styling and performance modifications.

The 6.2 liter V8 engine has received a compressor TVS2300 Magnuson. The result is spectacular 525HP (386 kW), which is a 120HP increase. There is also a coilover suspension – KW Variant 1 and a set of 20” wheels with five spokes fitted with 245 and 275 tires (front/rear).

The exterior boasts spectacular opening LSD doors, full wrap – mat shade called Anodized Blue, Black Brushed Steel roof, mirrors, hood and rear spoiler. The side pinstripes, which mark the waistline, are white and also mat.

SchwabenFolia has quite rightly received the first „PWF-Award“ for this Camaro with the best PWF foil by Bruxsafol on the most beautiful car, where PWF is well known as Platinum Wrapping Film.

Source: Schwabenfolia

March 7, 2013

Geneva Motor Show: Chevrolet Unveils Corvette Stingray Convertible [VIDEO]

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible has just been unveiled by the brand at the start of this year’s Geneva Motor Show. It has an estimated 450 horsepower (335 kW) and 450 lb.-ft. of torque (610 Nm), which makes it the most powerful standard Corvette in history.

Of course, everything we have seen in the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe we are to find in its cabrio sibling. The only structural changes are limited to accommodations for the folding top and repositioned safety belt mounts. The highlight in both models is the new and more rigid aluminum frame structure, which is 57 percent stiffer and 45 kg lighter than the current steel frame.

All models are powered by the LT1 6.2L V-8 which delivers 450 horsepower (335 kW). The unit combines several advanced technologies such as direct injection, Active Fuel Management and continuously variable valve timing to support an advanced combustion system designed to balance power and efficiency.

In addition, what is new here is the fully electronic top that can be lowered remotely using the key fob. The top can also be opened or closed on the go, at speeds up to 50 km/h. A thick, three-ply fabric top, along with sound-absorbing padding and a glass rear window, contributes to a quiet cabin and premium appearance.

When the top is down, Corvette Stingray’s signature profile is further accentuated. Behind the seat backs, dual black accent panels enhance the character lines of the tonneau cover. Here the exterior color is brought into the interior as well and complements it perfectly.

What is more, it has to be mentioned that this Chevrolet model has a sculptured exterior with advanced high-intensity discharge and light-emitting diode lighting and racing-proven aerodynamics that balance low drag for efficiency and performance elements for enhanced stability and track capability.

Furthermore, the interior includes a carbon fibre and aluminium trim, hand-wrapped leather materials, dual eight-inch configurable driver/infotainment screens, and two new seat choices. Some of the advanced driver technologies featured in the model are the five-position Drive Mode Selector and a new seven-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching.

Lightweight materials such as carbon fibre hood and carbon fibre removable roof panel; composite fenders, doors and rear quarter panels; carbon-nano composite underbody panels and a new aluminium frame are improving the weight for an optimal 50/50 weight balance that supports a world-class power-to-weight ratio.

In addition, the model is equipped with track-capable Z51 Performance Package, which comes with an electronic limited-slip differential, dry-sump oiling system, integral brake, differential and transmission cooling, as well as a unique aero package that further enhances the high-speed stability.

Both 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe and Convertible will be available at dealerships in the end of this year.

Source: Chevrolet

March 5, 2013

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