Tag: ZL1

  • Chevrolet team gears the 2017 Camaro ZL1 with the almighty Hydra-Matic transmission

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1With faster gear shifts than a dual-clutch gearbox and wider gear ratio, the already available Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission sets new benchmark and new performance standards, when equipped on the 2017 Camaro ZL1.

    Probably the first to-be-geared with the Hydra-Matic system, the Camaro ZL1 will benefit from greater overall performance, wider 7.39 overall gear ratio spread, smaller steps between gears and enhanced fuel consumption efficiency.

    Furthermore, Chevy has already proved that the new ZL1 with 10-speed transmission is faster than Porsche PDK dual-clutch system. Also, the 1-2 upshift is 36 per cent quicker than the PDK, while 2-3 and 3-4 are respectively 27 and 26 percent faster. Cool.

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

    Also, Chevy team has made some additional changes under the name of Creative packaging in order to optimize and harmonize the whole drivetrain system in order to fit the special transmission system. Camaro now comes with all-new proprietary electronic control system and performance calibrations. Also, there are some precise fine-tunes made onto different drivetrain system components.

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    Further goodies include a reduction in spin losses, thanks to the two non-applied clutches, new ultra-low viscosity gearbox fluid to reduce friction across the full temperature operating range and internal thermal bypass that allows the transmission to warm up faster for optimal performance rates.

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

    So, what do you think about the pumped up Camaro? Was it worth the investment? Write down in the comment section below.

    Source: Chevrolet 

  • Chevrolet Reveals the Stunning Camaro ZL1 Convertible

    2017 Camaro ZL1 Convertible  and Coupe - Image 12017 Camaro ZL1Convertible has just been revealed by Chevrolet, exuding its great levels of technology, refinement, track capability and acceleration. In other words, this car was designed for performance. The exterior for example was shaped during more than 100 hours of wind-tunnel testing and on-track validation. This of course have improved the aerodynamics and cooling, especially if one rides in on the track.

    Furthermore, all of its exterior elements play a part in managing the airflow over, under and through the ZL1, thus ensuring even better and more exceptional performance. New here are also the hood, which incorporates carbon fiber insert and heat extractor, larger front splitter, new rockers, a wing-style rear spoiler and wider front fenders. They have been all modified to improve aerodynamics.

    SEE ALSO: 2017 Camaro ZL1: Chevy’s Response to Track’s New Challenges 

    The interior is defined by Recaro front seats, sueded flat-bottom steering wheel and shift knob and a Chevrolet’s Performance Data Recorder. The latter is available as an option.

    2017 Camaro ZL1 Convertible Interior

    Next to be mentioned are the performance technologies with which the ZL1 is fitted. Precisely, features include an updated Magnetic Ride suspension, Performance Traction Management, electronic limited-slip differential, Custom Launch Control and Driver Mode Selector. The Camaro model also has a stronger power-to-weight ratio than its predecessor. It actually weighs 200 pounds less, but at the same time it offers 60 more horsepower and 80 more pound-feet of torque.

    There are additional chassis features including: one-off 20-inch forged alloys, 285/30ZR20 front and 305/30ZR20 rear Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires, Brembo brakes with six-piston monobloc front calipers,  and massive, 15.35-inch (390 mm) two-piece front rotors.

    Supercharged Performance and New Transmission

    2017 Camaro ZL1 Convertible Rear View

    The ZL1 is powered by the supercharged LT4 6.2L V-8 Small Block engine producing 640 horsepower (477 kW) and 640 lb-ft of torque (868 Nm). The transmission options are two: a six-speed manual transmission with active rev matching or the new 10-speed automatic. The latter has 7.39 overall ratio for smaller steps between gears.

    At last but not least, there’s no need to purchase an optional package to make the ZL1 track ready, because every Camaro ZL1 features track capability as a standard, with comes with an impressive 11 heat exchangers for optimal powertrain cooling.

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is scheduled to go on sale late this year.

    Source: Chevrolet 

  • 2017 Camaro ZL1: Chevy’s Response To Track’s New Challenges

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL12017 Camaro ZL1 is expected to set new benchmark for the advanced sports coupe segment. And these expectations have a logical explanation: the advanced technologies, refined drivetrain system and the exceptional skills of Chevrolet engineers are the key elements that make this vehicle so special. As we all know, one of the most notable features of the ZL1 is the engine system. Vehicle’s heart is a monstrous 6.2-liter V8 power unit that produces a total of 640hp (477kW), paired either to a six-speed manual or 10-speed automatic gearbox. The fine-tuned handling system and the countless lightweight components also contribute to the overall great performance: the Magnetic Ride suspension and the electronic limited-slip differential systems make sure that this sweetie dominates the track.

    Stunning Looks

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 The new ZL1 also catches the eye with striking visuals. The exterior demonstrates some redesigned components and overall massive and aggressive appearance. The lower grille opening not only contributes to more appealing front end view, but also helps for better airflow, while the new hood with carbon fiber insert and heat extractor contribute to the cooling. Additional features include large front splitter, unique rockers, wing-style rear spoiler and wider front fenders. These additions not only enhance the muscular stance of the vehicle, but also help for better aerodynamics and performance rates.

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    Additional equipment and goodies

    2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 The sweetie proudly demonstrates 20-inch forged aluminum wheels with 285/30ZR20 front and 305/30ZR20 rear tires, Brembo brakes with six-piston monoblock front calipers with ZL1 logo and of course large 390mm two-piece front rotors. And one more thing about the transmission: it is the first 10-speed system ever geared on a Chevrolet vehicle.

    Source: Chevrolet 

  • Bumblebee Inside and Out: Meet Carlex Design Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

    Carlex Design Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Side ViewBumblebee is probably everyone’s favorite Chevrolet Camaro model and especially in the case they are ‘Transformers’ series fans. The popular car is dressed in the aggressive color combination of black and blue and its interior has been made all black. And here is where Carlex Design tuners have found a flaw. Wouldn’t it be more harmonious if cabin’s design theme is in black and yellow too? The answer to this question is positive and here is the result.

    The new striking cabin of the Bumblebee is due to the work of the talented designers at the Carlex Design. As you can see it is in perfect harmony with the exterior of the car. By the way, this particular unit comes from the model year 2014, but this doesn’t hamper us of admiring it.

    SEE ALSO: Chevrolet Introduces Six Gen Camaro Accessories and Performance Parts

    So, what did happen to the cabin? The transformed and improved interior highlights the sharp lines of the chassis, but at the same time it does other things and they are regarding the materials used inside.

    Carlex Design Chevrolet Camaro ZL1  Interior

    Here are the details: The clearly visible contrast has been created via the use of ultra rich black Nappa leather and the vivid yellow tone of the leather from Lamborghini range. As a result, the designers achieved an internal compliment to the external distinctiveness of body’s appearance.

    Even more, the experts also added some artistic airbrush painting applied to the decorative parts of the dashboard and door panels. How cool is that? What do you think: should the Bumblebee be produced as a standard with this bi-tone interior or should it keep its black one?

    Source: Carlex Design

  • Hennessey Chevrolet ZL1 Camaro – 328 km/h on Texas Toll Road

    Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is currently one of the best sports cars on the market. It comes with unique supercharged V8 engine, excellent suspension, big brakes and nice exterior. All this is at reasonable price.

    However, the Hennessey HPE700 ZL1 is something different and suitable for insane driving. The owner John Hennessey, took the car on Texas Tall Road to test its acceleration and Vmax. He managed to hit the rev limiter at the final gear, but the car reached 355 km/h (221 mph) with a toll tag of 328 km/h (204 mph).

    “This was a win-win for our company as well as the state and TxDOT. I was amazed at how much our state officials wanted to help us,” commented Hennessey.

    “And in turn, we helped them too. I am truly proud to be a Texan and from a state that has the best highway system in America. We also have some of the best people who work together to get things done!”, he finished.

    Enjoy the video!
    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaJ3w_fAdoI

    Source: hpedesign via Youtube

  • 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible – US Price $60 445

    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 ConvertibleThe new 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible will be offered in the USA with a competitive starting price of just $60 445 including the $900 destination charge. This number is sensational, because you will get a super-powered sports drop-top vehicle at very good value.

    ZL1 Convertible is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine with 588 HP (432 kW) and 754 Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. This is an improvement of just 11 HP and 9 Nm over ZL1 Coupe. 0-60 mph in 4 seconds and a top speed of 296 km/h (184 mph).

    The suspension of the ZL1 convertible uses the third-generation of Magnetic Ride. New, twin-wire/dual-coil dampers at all four corners enable faster response, with damping levels now adjusted up to 1 000 times per second – about one adjustment per inch of vehicle travel at 60 mph – making the system exceptionally responsive to changing driving and road conditions.

    GM also reported that the 2013 Camaro 1LE is priced from just $37 035 including $900 destination charge.

    Source: Chevrolet

  • Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – 11.93 at 1/4 mile [video]

    Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 has joined the exclusive “11-second” club for stock vehicles. This means that the car is capable of doing less than 12 seconds at a ¼ mile drag race.

    Only a few other production vehicles can run the quarter-mile as quickly as the ZL1. Fewer yet can also run 0-60 in 4 seconds, reach a top speed of 184 mph and lap the famous Nürburgring in 7:41.27 – all with the street-legal, factory-issued components and no time-consuming equipment adjustments at the racetrack.

    “The ZL1 is great at everything and we’re very proud of that,” commented Tony Roma, Camaro ZL1 program engineering manager.

    “You can take it to the drag strip and run 11-second quarter-miles all day long. You can also take it to a road course, where it’s balanced, handles well, and does exactly what you want – including lapping Virginia International Raceway’s Grand Course in under three minutes – and yet the ZL1 is sophisticated enough to use as a daily driver. It’s a supercar you can drive every day.”, he added.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rB0mEjmlm8g

    The new 2012 Camaro ZL1 is powered by a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 with 588HP (432 kW) and 754Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. 0 to 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 296 km/h (184 mph) with the optional TapShift automatic gearbox.

    “We know many of customers will take their ZL1 to the drag strip,” said Gordon Rojewski, driveline development engineer – and who is also an experienced drag racer and owner of a turbocharged, 920-horsepower street car.

    “Some may just go once, to experience the full potential of the 580-horsepower LSA engine. Others may be more serious, going every other weekend with a set of slicks in the trunk. As such, we set out to make sure the ZL1 would perform for them – on the first pass and on the 100th.”, he finished.

    Source: AutoSpinn via Youtube

  • 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Price – $54 995

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro is one of the most beautiful and stunning cars available on the market. It comes with unique aggressive exterior, brutal engine and nice characteristics even for everyday driving.

    “From the original Camaro to the current Corvette ZR1, Chevrolet has a long history of delivering world-class cars that outperformed competitors at several times the price,” commented Chris Perry, vice president, Global Chevrolet Marketing.

    “The ZL1 is no exception. There are very few cars at any price that can match the power, features, and track-capability of the Camaro ZL1.”, he added.

    2012 ZL1 is powered by a supercharged 6.2 liter V8 with whopping 588PS (432 kW) and 754Nm (556 lb-ft), which is enough to pool several carriages. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed automatic. All that power is sent to the rear wheels, so the handling and fun are insane.

    The performance – 0 to 60 mph in 3.9 seconds with automatic gearbox and 4.0 seconds with the manual. The top speed is 296 km/h (184 mph) – automatic and 290 km/h (180 mph) – manual.

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Interior
    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Interior

    “With 0 to 60 taking less than four seconds, and a top speed in excess of 180 mph, the power and acceleration of the Camaro ZL1 rivals many supercars,” said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer.

    “And, horsepower is only half of the story, as the most significant measurement of the ZL1’s potential is lapping the Nurburgring in 7:41.27. That is a great testament to the power, braking, grip, and balance of the Camaro ZL1, and to the well-rounded performance of the ZL1 that sets the bar for the sports-car segment.”, he added.

    All this pleasure comes at decent price – $54 995, including destination charges, so if you consider buying a sports car, ZL1 is one of the best options available on the market.

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 options:

    Six-speed automatic transmission with TapShift controls is $1,185

    20”, bright aluminum wheel package is $470

    Power sunroof is $900

    Stripe package is $470

    Exposed-weave carbon fiber hood insert is $600

    The suede package, including suede microfiber accents on the steering wheel, shift knob, and shift boot is $500

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

    Source: Chevrolet

  • 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible

    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible will be exhibited at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show, next month. When it goes on sale in late 2012, it will deliver more performance and technology than many exotic cars and ultra-luxury convertibles.

    “The Camaro ZL1 convertible will be one of the most powerful and most capable, convertibles available at any price,” said Al Oppenheiser, Camaro chief engineer.

    “This is a car that is guaranteed to put a smile on your face every time you drop the top – or hit the gas.”, he added.

    ZL1 Convertible is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine with 588PS (432 kW) and 754Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. This is an improvement of just 11PS and 9Nm over ZL1 Coupe.

    Four strategic reinforcements enhance the already-stiff body structure to quell the cowl and steering wheel shake common in convertibles. They include:

    • A tower-to-tower brace under the hood
    • A transmission support reinforcement brace
    • Underbody tunnel brace
    • Front “X” brace and stiffer cradle as well as rear underbody “V” braces.

    The suspension of the ZL1 convertible uses the third-generation of Magnetic Ride. New, twin-wire/dual-coil dampers at all four corners enable faster response, with damping levels now adjusted up to 1 000 times per second – about one adjustment per inch of vehicle travel at 60 mph – making the system exceptionally responsive to changing driving and road conditions.

    The Camaro ZL1 convertible will also offer Performance Traction Management as standard equipment, which is exclusive to General Motors. First introduced on the Corvette ZR1, it is an advanced system that integrates magnetic ride control, launch control, traction control and electronic stability control, to enhance both launch-acceleration performance and corning.

    In one word, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible is simply amazing.

    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible
    2013 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Convertible

    Source: Chevrolet

  • 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 – Nurburgring in 7:41:27

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 managed to make a lap around the Nurburgring-Nordschleife racetrack in 7 minutes 41 seconds and 27”.

    The times was set by GM’s own test driver Aaron Link. You can check out the whole lap in the video below provided by Chevrolet.

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Is powered by a 6.2 liter supercharged LSA V8 with 557PS (410 kW) and 745Nm (550 lb-ft) of torque. It has enormous Brembo brakes measuring 370mm in the front with 6-piston calipers and 365 mm at the rear with 4-piston calipers.

    The new Camaro ZL1 stands on enormous 20” aluminum wheels fitted with specially developed Goodyear Supercar F2 tires.

    2012 Camaro ZL1 manages to beat BMW E92 M3 GTS and Porsche GT3 RS, so the myth about the slow and boring american cars is busted.

    httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mhjGERugh0&feature=player_embedded

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

    Source: Chevrolet via Youtube

  • 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Price – $250 000

    Actually, this is an auction price for Camaro ZL 1, which has been sold at the Barrett-Jackson event in Las Vegas. The vehicle was offered by Fairway Chevrolet-Buick-GMC in Las Vegas, with 100 percent of the auction proceeds benefitting the YMCA of Southern Nevada.

    Camaro ZL1 is one of the most powerful street legal vehicles in the world. It is powered by a brutal 6.2 liter LSA V8 engine equipped with supercharger. The power is “just” 588PS (432 kW) and 754Nm (556 lb-ft) of torque. What is more, the ZL1 comes with Performance Traction Management and third-generation Magnetic Ride Control.

    Rick Hendrick won the special 69th Camaro ZL1 for $250 000. It is finished in Carbon Flash Metallic.

    “Our family has been involved with the YMCA for more than 25 years,” said Greg Heinrich, president of Fairway Chevrolet.

    “In that time, I have seen firsthand how the ‘Y’ helps young people, families, and seniors in our community. Today, the community’s dependence on the YMCA of Southern Nevada is greater than ever, with the Y sponsoring one out of four members.”, he finished.

    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Rear
    2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Rear

    Source: GM