The first production Chevrolet Camaro went under the hammer for ten times the price

In the Americas, Barrett-Jackson auction was sold first serial copy Coupe Chevrolet Camaro, for which the buyer paid 350 thousand dollars, which is about ten times the retail price of this model. The owner pick up his car until he can not, because the production Camaro will not begin until mid-March and may even be postponed because of the GM trial with one of his suppliers went bankrupt. The first production car will receive an identification number (VIN) with the numbers "100 001", and the buyer then can choose a complete set, one of the proposed exterior colors and trim options, as well as engine and transmission, which will be completed Chevrolet Camaro. Recall that for the coupe offers six-and eight-cylinder engines ranging from 300 to 420 horsepower. Transmissions - six-step "mechanics" and "automatic". Prices in the USA Chevrolet Camaro will begin from 22 thousand 995 dollars and reach up to 33 thousand 430 dollars. Proceeds from the auction money will be spent for charitable purposes. Note that the auction also sold the first production copy of the updated Ford Mustang and its "hot" version of the Shelby GT500, and a number of collector cars that were at the Museum of Heritage of General Motors.

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 four seconds improved his record Nurburgring

Supercar Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 running the Danish driver and test driver for General Motors of Jan Magnussen (Jan Magnussen) in four seconds surpassed its own previous record 'Nordschleife' Nurburgring, driving the route for seven minutes and 22.4 seconds. Recall that the first attempt on a similar car driven by a GM engineer Jim Mero, the track record set held in the middle of this year. The new time range, as shown supercar at the Nurburgring, allowed the Corvette ZR1 around the list of the fastest cars track cars like Ferrari Enzo (circle traversed in 7:25.21), Pagani Zonda F Clubsport (7:24.65), Porsche Carrera GT (7:28.71) and the Maserati MC12 (7:24.29). However, while Chevrolet coupe rides "Northern loop" for three tenths of a second slower than the 600-strong track supercar Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR. Recall that under the hood Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is set 638-strong 6,2-liter petrol "eight" with a mechanical supercharger, which works in tandem with a six-speed manual transmission . supercar with such power plant is capable of accelerating from zero to hundred kilometers per hour in 3.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 330 kilometers per hour.

The first copies of the new Chevrolet Camaro and Ford Mustang will go under the hammer

Next year, organizers of the auction Barrett-Jackson, which will be held from 13 to 18 January in Scottsdale (Arizona, USA), plans to sell copies of the first production convertible Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang and updated its tuning version, created by legendary racer Carroll Shelby and the engineer (Carroll Shelby) - Shelby GT500. As the site Motorauthority.com, all proceeds will be spent for charitable purposes. It is worth noting that the production Chevrolet Camaro will begin in February next year, so the future owner of the first mass-produced copies of this model will not be able to leave immediately after the auction to acquire the car. In addition, it is likely that the start of production of the model will be delayed due to trial GM with one of his suppliers went bankrupt company - Cadence Innovation. Previously, the company has supplied the U.S. automaker instrument and door panels, but now, in the absence of these components, the production Camaro on the assembly line may be delayed. In order to build a sports car should be started on time GM until January 12 to find a new supplier. In addition, in January at the Barrett-Jackson auction concern General Motors plans to put about 250 of his vintage cars, which are now in the Museum of heritage brands, which is located in a suburb of Detroit. Among these machines are, for example, "papamobil", built on Cadillac 1998 release, the presidential limousine, which drove Bill Clinton, the classic "oil-cars" and even cars, are of historical value.

Chevrolet postpones release of the open Camaro

Management of General Motors has decided to postpone the debut of the year the open version of the sports coupe Chevrolet Camaro, which was originally scheduled for mid next year. As the American edition of Motor Trend, citing unnamed sources familiar with the situation, the reason for this decision served as the global financial crisis and financial difficulties concern GM, which still can not allocate the necessary amount of funds for completion of the Camaro Convertible. Recall that in the middle of this year, vice president of Chevrolet Ed Peper (Ed Peper) presented the first official photos of the preproduction sample Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, which, in fact, was ready for mass production car, but still held developmental testing. Product convertible will receive a soft folding roof and will be offered with a six-or eight-cylinder petrol engine producing 270 and 400 horsepower respectively. As previously reported, the production of the first Chevrolet Camaro without a roof was due to begin next year at the factory of the American brand in Canada, where he planned to annually produce up to 100 thousand of these machines. It is worth noting that the company Chrysler has refused to release an open version of the coupe Challenger, which is a competitor Camaro. The reason is the same as in the case of the convertible Camaro - a lack of funds to develop such a modification.

Price Chevrolet Volt in the U.S. of $ 41,000

In the U.S., selected Chevrolet dealers started taking orders for clients in Chevrolet Volt in 2011, the first electric car with high mileage distance. Following the start of sales in the U.S., Volt will go on sale on world markets, from Europe and China in 2011. In the U.S., Volt will be priced at $ 41,000 ($ 33.500 - the net price including the tax deduction, which varies from $ 0 - $ 7,500) in the U.S. Chevrolet Volt can be purchased in installments for 36 months with monthly payments of $ 350. Deliveries of Chevrolet Volt is scheduled in California, New York, Michigan, Connecticut, Texas, New Jersey and Washington, DC this year, while production will be limited. Chevrolet Volt - the only electric car on the market that can operate over a wide range of climatic and road conditions without limitations or situations when you were out of because of low battery. Depending on the tax laws, owners of the Volt in the United States can expect to receive a federal tax deduction of up to $ 7,500, and for other state and local tax incentives, regulated by the state authorities. Owners in some states can expect to benefit from the extra access to reserve lanes for cars with more passengers. Along with the part of the standard 120-volt chargers for Chevrolet Volt, which will charge your car directly from a home outlet, the first 4400 customers will be eligible for free installation of a 240-volt charging station. Installation of these stations - is part of a program of the Ministry of Electric USA, involves the installation of approximately 15 000 240-volt home charging stations across the U.S..

New Chevrolet Equinox to debut in Detroit

On Monday, Chevrolet has extended the official information on the Equinox crossover new generation, which at the beginning of next month will show the public at the International Auto Show in Detroit. This is stated in an official statement of the brand. Dimensions of novelty compared to its predecessor have not changed: the crossover remains the same wheelbase (2857 millimeters), but the track the front wheels slightly increased, decreased body length of 25 millimeters and its width at the same rate increase. Chevrolet Equinox crossover will be offered with both front-and four-wheel drive and gets two new petrol engines with direct fuel injection. The first of them - it's an economical 182-strong row "four" 2.4-liter, which is believed in the American company will choose the two-thirds of all buyers of this model. According to Chevrolet, the average fuel consumption per hundred kilometers the car with the motor is 11.2 liters in the urban cycle and 7.8 liters - at the track. The second new unit - a three-liter V6 rated at 255 horsepower. The company argued that the fully fueled tank Equinox with any of these engines will be able to travel without refueling around 800 kilometers. As options for new items will be available to DVD-system with two screens for rear passengers, an audio system with hard drive and the ability to connect external devices via USB, rear view camera and luggage with electric door. In the U.S., the new Chevrolet Equinox will be in dealer showrooms in mid-2009.

Chevrolet built the sports Cruze

Chevrolet is showing in October of this year the new model Cruze, which replaces the Lacetti. And now at the motor show in Bologna, was presented to sports Cruze, designed to participate in the World Championship WTCC. The new car looks very aggressive. With this, probably no one will argue no. And the white-blue color is very that model. Distributed in the company and the first Chevrolet engine information on who will stand under the hood Cruze WTCC. As it should be according to the rules, it has a volume of 2.0 liters. However, even with a couple of liters of engineers were able to remove the Chevrolet 278 hp (Achieved at 8400 rev / min) and 197 Nm (at 5800 rev / min). Recall, incidentally, that next year's championship in the class WTCC will become for us a lot more interesting than before. After all, it will participate, and our own "AvtoVAZ"! In Togliatti, has already been done with the racing version of the Priora "opelevskim" 2.0-liter engine.

The new "Corvette" will be a mid-and receive a dual-clutch gearbox with

Chevrolet Corvette supercar will get the next generation of mid-engine layout and robotic gearbox with two "wet" clutch. Transmission for this model was created by engineers Saab at a time when the Swedish brand owned by General Motors has its division responsible for developing appropriate. About this magazine Autocar said an unnamed senior source in the "Saab." According to him, the gearbox is able to "digest" to 799 Nm of torque, for a total of 18 lb less than the 6.2-liter eight-cylinder engines of 638 horsepower, which is installed on the current front-Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. According to some, the concept of "Corvette" with a mid layout was constructed several years ago, but plans on finishing it and subsequent launch of the series was canceled because of the global financial crisis in 2008. As previously reported, Chevrolet Corvette the next generation will enter the market over the next five years. It is expected that the car will be lighter than its predecessor (in its construction plan to use more aluminum and carbon fiber), and the current V8 engines will give way to "six" with turbochargers. In addition, it is possible that the appearance of the new supercar will be made in retro-style, one of the key elements which will double the rear window in the style of Sting Ray coupe model 1963 release. The current Chevrolet Corvette produced since 2005. Currently, the car is offered with engines capacity of 6.2 and 7.0-liter, developing from 430 to 638 horsepower.

The most powerful Chevrolet Camaro took the tests

Company Chevrolet started to road test the most powerful, "charged" versions sport coupe Chevrolet Camaro. As previously reported, this car would be called the Z28. At spy photos, the magazine published Autoexpress, prototype Camaro Z28 captures next to one of their competitors - Ford Mustang GT500. "Charged" Camaro, according to preliminary data, will be equipped with a supercharged V8 engine capacity of 6.2 liters, developing 556 horsepower. The same engine is installed on the family Cadillac CTS-V. The basic variant for transmission Z28 will be six "mechanics" and a novelty for a fee can be ordered with "automatic". In addition to the modified engine, the fastest Camaro will get a more aggressive front end design (pictured it is hidden under camouflage) as well as an upgraded suspension, more powerful brakes on the CTS-V sedan and sport tires. Prices for new product is not yet known. The debut of Chevrolet Camaro Z28, will likely take place at the Auto Show in Detroit in early 2011, and the novelty will be on sale next summer.

There were images of the new Chevrolet Aveo

Concern General Motors has patented design of the new Chevrolet Aveo the next generation, according to Carscoop. The car will be done in the style of conceptual hatchback Aveo RS. He was first introduced at the Detroit auto show in January this year. It features a 1.4-liter gasoline turbo engine capacity of 138 horsepower and a six-step "mechanics". Judging by the images, the next-generation Aveo serial receive similar concept-car headlights and grille. In addition, the rear part of the version with the body "hatchback" is almost completely copied Aveo RS. Alive novelty show at the Paris Motor Show in September, and its sales will start in 2011. Technical details about the new car has not been disclosed. As previously reported, the new Aveo in the U.S. will be produced at a factory in Orion Michigan at the end of 2010 the company will begin work on the upgrading of production, and in 2011 it will start to assemble cars for the North American market.

Chevrolet Orlando at Paris

After a month at the Paris Motor Show will premiere a new model of Chevrolet. Orlando with a high roof line is positioned as a 7-seater vehicle. A prototype of multipurpose 5-door Orlando is shown for the first time two years ago at the Paris Motor Show. A month later there will premiere a new production model Chevrolet. A vehicle with a high roof line was created by GM-s TV platform Delta II (sedan Cruze) and is positioned as a 7-seater vehicle. That is, in the front row, arranged a driver and a passenger in the 2nd - three of them. Plus 2 seats in the back row of seats, landing there, apparently, is not particularly free. As Cruze, a new Orlando - front-wheel passenger car, 4WD versions of the question. In the range of engines - 1.8-liter petrol "four" the maximum capacity of 141 hp As well as a 2-liter turbodiesel engine, tuned to 131 or 163 power. The engine works with 6-speed fluid mechanics "automatic" about the manual transmission is not reported. Tellingly, the North American market does not appear Orlando, passenger car for Europe and Southeast Asia. In Russia, too, probably, will bring, but without all-wheel drive multipurpose vehicle is not particularly interesting. Looking for options.

General Motors Chevrolet Captiva is a new generation

At the Paris Motor Show General Motors will present an updated crossover Chevrolet Captiva. On Monday came the first photos of the car. The car gets a new grille, separated by a horizontal bar with the logo of Chevrolet, in the style of the latest models of brand new hood, side air intakes, which are implemented in a more angular shape, emphasizing the sporty crossover, as well as rear-view mirrors with integrated turn signals. Flared wheel arches accommodating 17 or 19 inch wheels form the athletic look. Captiva updated interior includes several new finishing materials, new seats and decorative details that give the car a more modern look. Gamma engine Chevrolet Captiva will include four engines, two petrol of 2.4 and 3.0 liter capacity 171 and 258 hp respectively, and two turbo-diesel 2.2 liters in volume with direct injection Common Rail, producing 163 or 184 hp The engines are aggregated with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. The three-liter engine ustanalivaetsya only on four-wheel drive model, the crossovers with other engines as CMP to be front-and four-wheel drive. Standard equipment includes the Chevrolet Captiva stabilization ESC, traction control and brake system TSC BAS, front, side airbags, including inflatable curtains. The new Captiva is equipped with a system of care when driving on the rise, preventing "rolling" on the slopes and an electronic parking brake. Audio system is equipped with line-in, USB and Bluetooth. As additional equipment you can order a navigation system with touchscreen and rearview camera that helps when parking.

Hatchback Chevrolet Cruze will present in Paris

At the Paris Motor Show in late September 2010, the company will provide General Motors with the Chevrolet Cruze body hatchback. It will be one of four world premieres of the Chevrolet in France. Produced with 2009 Chevrolet Cruze sedan is sold in 70 countries and is the first line the number of sales of other models of the brand. Only one China sold Chevrolet Cruze 90 000 year to date, sedan also sold successfully in Russia, South America, India, as well as on other cars with rynkah.Poskolku five-door body in Europe are more popular than the classic sedans, with appearance in the lineup hatchback Chevrolet expects to increase sales in Europe. The new hatchback Cruze, with a sleek roofline and short overhangs front and rear, as well as sedan, made in a recognizable dynamic style. Hard carrying body provides a high level of reliability and safety. Napmonim that sedan Chevrolet Cruze received 5 stars on rezultatatm test safety rating NCAP. Trunk volume Cruze is nearly 400 liters, rear seat is folded in a ratio of 60/40. About tehnicheskieh performance is not reported. In the line of engines sedan Chevrolet Cruze pair of "quads" Ecotec DCVCP on gasoline - a working volume of 1.6 and 1.8 liters. The engine develops less power to 113 in 6400 min-1. Maximum power 1.8-liter - 141 hp at 6200 min-1, the highest torque - 176 Nm. In addition to gasoline engines provided 16-valve turbo diesel RA420, designed by Italian VM Motori. For the Chevrolet Cruze diesel compressor is equipped with VGT (variable nozzle turbine unit) and the intermediate cooling and the maximum power - 150 hp at 4 thousand rpm, maximum torque - 320 Nm.

"GM-AvtoVAZ" to expand the production of two models

Factory "GM-AvtoVAZ", producing off-road Chevrolet Niva, will begin production in the near future, the second model. It is reported "Avtostat" referring to the Director General Jeffrey Glover. What would it be for a machine on which platform it built and when it appears, is not specified. As noted by Glover, the basis for a new car is likely to borrow at "AvtoVAZ" or concern General Motors, but it will definitely be different from the platform Chevrolet Niva. "GM-AvtoVAZ" produces vehicles in 2002. The first model, which descended from the conveyor company, became Chevrolet Niva. In 2004 it was joined sedan Chevrolet Viva, built on the basis of second-generation Opel Astra and equipped with a 1.8 liter engine capacity of 125 horsepower. In early 2008, production of the car was stopped.

Chevrolet Cruze coming to Russia

On July 27, 2009 Chevrolet began selling in Russia, mid-size sedan Cruze. Cruze is the second model in the Chevrolet so popular with the class. The time-tested Chevrolet Lacetti, which became the best-selling foreign car in Russia and presented in 3 different types of body, also remains in the line of the brand. Prices start at Chevrolet Cruze from 540 rubles. Chevrolet Cruze will be available in two trim levels possible with petrol engines of 1.6 liters and 1.8 liters. Both engines can be combined with five-speed manual gearbox or six-speed new "automatic". Standard equipment includes the Chevrolet Cruze in a 1.6-liter engine and offers a full range of standard equipment, uncharacteristic for a given level, in addition, it is attractive because of its price, starting from 540 rubles. In addition to the central locking model will be equipped with built-in audio CD and radio, power front windows, with 4 airbags, ABS system and exclusive interior trim materials. By this configuration also offers a package that includes air conditioning and heated seats, while the total cost of the car will be 576 000 rubles. Presented cars included in the government's concessional lending program, which offers an attractive purchase terms, the first installment is only 15 percent, deferred payment granted for 36 months, and the rate on the loan is only 7.67% (two thirds of the Central Bank refinancing rate). The initial price of the car to be complete LS 609 200 rubles. It will include manual transmission, 1.6 liter engine, 6 airbags and air conditioning, as well as some exclusive features, such as the radiator grille with chrome insert, front fog lights, fully adjustable driver's seat and steering wheel, alarm system and a case for points.

"GM-AvtoVAZ" to celebrate his birthday special model Chevrolet Niva

Joint venture "GM-AvtoVAZ," according to Thursday, September 23, his eight-year anniversary, will release special model SUV Chevrolet Niva - Niva Special Edition. New products will be produced in an edition of 300 copies. Special model "Chevy Niva" is different from the production model at an exclusive body color pale lilac color, the presence of 16-inch alloy wheels of special design, the pads on the front bumper, silver roof rails and protective cap "chute." SUV will also receive exclusive special interior trim and seats. The cost of Chevrolet Niva Special Edition is not specified. A year ago - in honor of his seven-year period - "GM-AvtoVAZ" has already produced "special model" Niva, which was made in an edition of 150 copies. The basic version of "Chevy Niva" is now sold over 424 000 rubles, and the top-end modification of the GLC - with air conditioning and a set of additional equipment - costs between 499 000 999 rubles. During the eight years of the JV "GM-AvtoVAZ" has produced more than 333 thousand cars - in addition to model Chevrolet Niva, the plant also produces sedans Viva based on Opel Astra before the last generation.

Traffic Police of St. Petersburg then change to the sedan Chevrolet Cruze

Traffic police of St. Petersburg will purchase more than one hundred sedan Chevrolet Cruze. To date, the St. Petersburg traffic police received the first batch of 33 vehicles. Chevrolet Cruze to the traffic police are equipped with a 1.8-liter engine produces 141 horsepower (top for the Russian market) and five-speed manual gearbox. The cost of cars is not called, but the price of a similar version of the Cruze with a motor in Russia start at 611.5 thousand rubles. Chevrolet Cruze sedan was first shown at the Paris Motor Show in 2008. In July 2009, the car began to be sold in Russia, and in September his release has been adjusted at the factory of General Motors in the Leningrad region. In 2009, Russia had sold 1958 cars Cruze. In Russia, the car is offered with two engines to choose. In addition to the 1.8-liter engine, Cruze is equipped with a 1.6-liter unit capacity of 109 horsepower. The cost of the basic version of Cruze is 540 thousand rubles. In 2007, the Ministry of Interior Moscow bought about 400 cars Ford, of which 150 vehicles were intended to control the traffic police.

"GM-AvtoVAZ" released 300,000th SUV Chevrolet Niva

Joint venture "GM-AvtoVAZ" on Friday issued a 300,000th Chevrolet Niva SUV since the beginning of its production - in September 2002. It is reported "Avtostat." The company currently collects the restyled cars, whose production began in March of this year. Results from 2002 were collected 285 000 424 SUV in the previous update, and nearly 15 thousand - in the new. From the previously machines restyling version has a different front end design with a new bumper and grille, rear bumper and other lamps, but there were also arch extensions and plastic plates on the doors. The new "Sheviniva" went up by 30 thousand rubles.

, Chevrolet revealed the first images of new hatchback

Company Chevrolet extended the first official images of the new five-door compact hatchback Agile, with production at the end of this year, will begin at the plant of General Motors in Argentina. As stated in a communique, the appearance of the car, made in the style of conceptual car Chevrolet GPiX, first shown in 2008 at the Motor Show in Sao Paulo, was developed in Brazil. According to preliminary information, the new product will be built on front-drive platform, Gamma II of General Motors with a wheelbase of 2.48 meters and will be offered with a wide range of petrol four-cylinder engines, including a 105-horsepower engine 1.4 liter and 1.8-liter capacity 129 horsepower. Official details of the technical stuffing Chevrolet Agile is not presented. On sale at the market in South America Agile hatchback will go on sale in late 2009. In addition, it is also possible appearance of the car, and in North America under the name of the Aveo.

"Charged" Chevrolet Camaro will be in 2011

Company General Motors has decided to begin mass production of the most powerful coupe modified Chevrolet Camaro - Z28. As the site Camaro5 referring to the statement of several top managers of the automaker, on the conveyor so the car will rise after the open version, which will begin production in spring 2011. Note that the Z28 development has been completed, but before the concern was not money for the completion of testing, tuning and running the model in the series. As previously reported, under the hood "charged" Camaro is a 6.2-liter eight-cylinder engine with mechanical supercharger that develops 556 horsepower and working together with a six-speed manual or automatic transmission. It is expected that with such a power plant can be dispersed coupe from zero to 96 mph in 3.9 seconds and continue for approximately a quarter-mile in 12 seconds. The most powerful version of the Chevrolet Camaro will get a new hood with large air intakes, designed in the style of "cine" Bumblebee car from the second part of the movie "Transformers", another grille, 20-inch wheels, new rear spoiler, a badge with the name of modifications and, possibly, any drawings on the body, such as "racing" stripes. It is expected that the Camaro Z28 will be released in limited editions, but the exact number of copies is not specified.

Chevrolet Lanos will be sold in Russia under the name Chance

Company "Queengroup" announced Tuesday that now cars Chevrolet Lanos, gathered at the Ukrainian plant "ZAZ", in Russia, will be sold under a new brand of Chance. Exclusive distributor of this model in the Russian market will be the company "Queengroup." Earlier, representatives of "Queengroup" issued a statement stating that the license agreement between GM and OAO "ZAZ" on the production of Chevrolet Lanos cars on the capacities of Ukrainian automobile expired July 1. Representatives from both sides tried to agree on the continuation of production and sales under the former model Lanos brand, but at lower prices. Negotiations continued until July 6, but the parties to reach a compromise, it seems, could not. As a result, the former "Lanos" will now be called Chance. The rest of the car will not change - it will still be available in two body styles ("sedan" and "hatch") and get two petrol engines to choose from - of 1.3 - or 1.5 liters. In addition, in the near future, this model must undergo a slight restyling. According to the plans' Queengroup ", Chance in Russia would be cheaper" Lanos ", but the exact price has not been announced. Until the end of 2009 to sell 20 thousand cars in 2010 - 50 000, and in 2011 - 80 thousand "chance." By year-end sales of new models in Russia will deal with 70 dealerships. Earlier it was reported that for the first five months of 2009 model Chevrolet Lanos took ninth place with an index of sales 12 000 233 cars.

Issue SUVs Chevrolet Niva fell three times

In the first half of this year, production of Chevrolet Niva SUVs dropped three times (minus 65 per cent compared with 2008) - from 656 to 29 000 10 399 cars. It is reported "Avtostat." Despite the decline in production volumes and a drop in demand, these machines are still the best selling SUV in Russia - for the first six months of 2009 in the Russian market was implemented 11 000 831 car, which is 53 percent less than during the same period last year . As previously reported, on Friday from the conveyor of the joint venture "GM-AvtoVAZ" has gone 300,000th Chevrolet Niva SUV since the beginning of its production - in September 2002. Total for this period were collected 285,000 SUVs in the previous update, and nearly 15 thousand - in the new, restyled version that differs from its predecessor in another front end design with a new bumper and grille, rear bumper and the other lights and a new extender arches and plastic plates on the doors.

, Chevrolet has increased in Russia warranty on cars

The Russian representative office Chevrolet announced an increase from 1 January 2011-year warranty on their cars from two to three years. The restriction on mileage is effective only from the third year after buying a new car and is 100 thousand kilometers. The warranty on body rust at the Chevrolet cars remained the same - six years. Previously, an increase guarantees for Chevrolet Niva car announced a joint plant "GM-AvtoVAZ": in 2011 it is two years (instead of the previous one), and the restriction on mileage - 35,000 miles (instead of 30 000). In addition, late last year, the warranty period was extended to vehicles Chance - up to four years, as well as for Lada 2104, Iz-27175 and Ford - to three years. Now the longest warranty period in Russia offered by Kia - five years. In many European countries it can reach seven years.

Concern GM began producing convertible Chevrolet Camaro

Monday, 31 January, General Motors has begun mass production of an open vehicle modifications Chevrolet Camaro. Convertible assembly deployed in the enterprise in the Canadian city of Oshawa. The American car dealers will appear in February and will be available with two engines to choose from a possible nine exterior colors (roof can be either black or beige), and in four different equipment. Chevrolet Camaro with a soft-top is available with the same powerplants as the coupe. The base engine supports a 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine produces 312 horsepower. The top version of the SS is equipped with a 426-strong "eight" volume 6.2 liters. Both engines are aggregated with a six-speed manual transmission. As an option for them and can be ordered shestidiapazonny "machine", but with V8 power of 400 horsepower. In the U.S., the price of convertible Camaro to the cost of delivery will begin from 30 thousand dollars. A car with eight-cylinder motor will cost a minimum of 37 thousand 500 dollars. Photos of Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

General Motors begins mass production of the new Chevrolet Cruze sedan at its plant in St. Petersburg

September 3 began mass production of the new sedan Chevrolet Cruze at the "General Motors Auto" in St. Petersburg. The plant is the sole production site of the company, which produces a new model of Chevrolet Cruze in Europe, and the third plant in the world of General Motors, which started production of this model. At the factory, "General Motors Auto" uses a global system of production of GM, which ensures the unity of the highest standards of safety and quality throughout the world, allows us to develop and implement the best processes, methods and technologies. It is through this approach, cars Chevrolet Cruze, produced in Russia and compliance with international standards of quality GM. Chevrolet Cruze is the third model, manufactured in Russia, along with the Chevrolet Saptiva and Opel Antara. On the Russian market will be supplied cars produced by General Motors factory in St. Petersburg. Cruze is the second model in the Chevrolet so popular with the class. The time-tested Chevrolet Lacetti, which became the best-selling foreign car in Russia and presented in 3 different types of body, also remains in the line of the brand. Chevrolet Cruze with the appearance of four-door coupe is already on sale at a price of 540 rubles. Russian production of Chevrolet Cruze has also made possible the inclusion of a new model in the state's concessional lending program, which offers an attractive purchase terms, the first installment is only 15% of the value of the purchased vehicle, the loan term - up to 36 months, the government subsidizes the 2 / 3 (7.67%) Central Bank refinancing rate.

In Detroit, the North American version debuts Chevrolet Aveo

Company Chevrolet will bring to the Detroit car Sonic, which is a model of next-generation Aveo for the North American market. Five-door hatchback and sedan will be available until the end of 2011, while in Europe the car will continue to bear the name Aveo. The car will be available with two engine choices - the atmospheric engine of 1.8 liters and output of 135 horsepower and a turbocharged 1.4-liter unit capacity of 138 horsepower. "Atmosfernik" will be paired with a five-step "mechanics" or six-speed "automatic". Version with a six-speed manual transmission turbo engine gets. Will these motors are available for the European market, is not specified. During the presentation, hatchback Aveo new generation at the Paris Motor Show, Chevrolet has announced that this model will be available with three petrol four-cylinder of 1.2, 1.4 and 1.6 liters. The first of these is available in two capacities - 70 and 59 horsepower, two others are developing 100 and 115 horsepower respectively. In addition, Aveo for the first time will complete a 1.3-liter diesel engine (capacity of 75 and 95 horsepower). Hatchback and sedan Sonic in the base is equipped with ten airbags, brake distribution efforts, and electric power steering system of satellite communication OnStar. In addition, as an option will be available 17-inch alloy wheels, remote start engine, electric heated front seats, a sunroof and USB-connector. Production of cars will be launched in Sonic the near future at Michigan plant General Motors.

Chevrolet Volt hybrid will consume a liter of gasoline per hundred kilometers

Fuel "plug-in hybrid" Chevrolet Volt in city mode at slightly more than one liter per hundred kilometers, which is about four times lower than that of the car Toyota Prius. It is reported by Bloomberg, citing unnamed sources familiar with the situation. According to preliminary information, the official fuel consumption figures will be announced Chevrolet Volt General Motors CEO Fritz Henderson on Tuesday, August 11, during an exhibition of new cars in the technical center in Warren Group (Michigan, USA). It is expected that Henderson will name only the fuel consumption in combined cycle, which will be located at the level of 2.35 liters per hundred kilometers. Chevrolet Volt will be powered by an electric motor rated at 150 horsepower, gets its power from a set of lithium-ion batteries that can recharge in a parking lot from the usual outlets. In the motion to charge the batteries will be used by the 1.4-liter gasoline engine. Solely on electric Volt could drive about 64 miles. As previously reported, the daily mileage of 100 kilometers, due to high fuel efficiency of such a vehicle owner will be able to save annually up to 2100 liters of gasoline. In addition, according to GM, in charge of the machine home power outlet at 220 volts per annum hybrid spend no more electricity than the household refrigerator. Sales of Chevrolet Volt in the U.S. will begin in November 2010. The cost of this hybrid will be about 40 thousand dollars. Photos of Chevrolet Volt

Americans have begun to issue 705-horsepower Chevrolet Camaro

American tuning company Hennessey Performance Engineering has begun mass production of the most powerful coupe version Chevrolet Camaro SS, which was named HPE700. In the studio plans to produce three of the car every month, and the first copies to send to owners in early October this year. On it informs edition Inside Line. Tuned Chevrolet Camaro HPE700 equipped with a 6.2-liter eight-cylinder supercharged engine from a supercar Corvette ZR1, which is specifically for the power this car has been increased to 705 horsepower, and torque - to 971 Nm. In addition, the novelty was a unique body kit with carbon-fiber front spoiler, "skirts", and another splitter front bumper. Also, the most powerful series "Camaro" is equipped with carbon-ceramic brakes Brembo, ultralight alloy wheels with Michelin PS2 tires and new suspension. According to Hennessey, from zero to 96 miles per hour the novelty can be dispersed in 3.7 seconds and to overcome the quarter-mile in 11.3 seconds. Maximum speed - 321 km per hour. Coupe Chevrolet Camaro HPE700 will be formally presented to the public in early November for tuning autoshow SEMA. As specified in the company Hennessey, the novelty has already received 13 orders. The cost of each such vehicle in the U.S. is 119 thousand 500 dollars, with this amount also includes a one-day driving course, which includes rides on a specially constructed direct to DREG racing. Results will be released just 24 copies of 705-strong Camaro HPE700.

The European debut of the new Aveo Sedan in Geneva

To open in early March, the Geneva Motor Show will be the European premiere of the sedan and hatchback Chevrolet Aveo new generation. Car sales in Europe will begin this summer. Aveo sedan was first introduced in January 2011 at the Detroit auto show in the U.S. (where it will be sold under the name «Sonic»). Unlike the hatchback, based on a youth audience, a more rigorous design a sedan, expects Chevrolet, interested in older people, especially families. Hatchback and sedan have a similar front view: purposeful look forward twin headlights, which is divided into two parts mesh grille. Increasing the lateral line is attached to a 4-door car and recalls the dynamics of a solid Cruze. The length and width of the new sedan are 4389 mm and 1735 mm respectively, higher than the current model. Trunk volume is also one of the largest in the compact class - up to 502 liters. Salon not only spacious, but also boasts a dashboard motorcycle-style - the analog tachometer in conjunction with a digital speedometer and warning alarm light. In the central panel has an LCD display with blue backlight. Color finishes smoothly envelops the center console, driver and front passenger door. Salon is decorated with quality materials and has a few handy compartments for things in the central part. Aveo is equipped with modern audio system with USB-port, AUX-in function and Bluetooth. Standard equipment includes the Chevrolet Aveo electronic power steering, electronic stability control and anti-lock system.

Presented by the 550-strong "charged" Chevrolet Camaro

The company issued a formal Chevrolet photos and detailed information about the most powerful coupe modified Camaro, known as ZL1. The premiere of this car will take place at the Motor Show in Chicago, which opens to the public on Friday, February 11. Novelty is equipped with a 6.2-liter eight-cylinder gasoline engine with mechanical supercharger Eaton. Motor power, working in conjunction with six-speed manual transmission Tremec TR-6060 with the approximate gear ratios is 550 horsepower and maximum torque is 677 Nm. The dynamic characteristics of "charged" Camaro coupe are not announced. In addition, the most powerful "Camaro" got a new exhaust system, reinforced propeller shaft, and a limited slip differential, 20-inch wheels, six-piston brakes are powerful with 370-millimeter discs on the front axle (rear mounted four-to 365-millimeter discs). Also new will be equipped with an adaptive suspension with Magnetic Ride magnetorheological shock absorbers, adjustable for specific road conditions. As noted by the company presented a Chevrolet, "loaded" Camaro coupe is still honing the tests that will be completed during 2011. In this regard, it is expected that sales in the U.S. market the car will come only in 2012.

The new Chevrolet Corvette will be in three years

Concern General Motors has officially announced its intention to submit in April 2012 Chevrolet Corvette supercar new generation, who had planned the automaker to enter the market only five years later. About this site reports Corvette Blogger. According to preliminary information, Chevrolet Corvette will retain the next generation front-layout will be made using materials such as carbon fiber, aluminum and magnesium, and receive the design in the style of a concept car Stingray, presented earlier this year at the Motor Show in Chicago. Novelty will be equipped with a new engine (probably with a mechanical supercharger), whose volume is less than the current versions of "Corvette." In addition, the companies are discussing the possibility of installing a robotic gearbox with two clutches in a car. The current generation Chevrolet Corvette has entered the market in 2005. The car is offered with a 6.2 - and 7.0-liter "eights" with a capacity of 430 to 638 horsepower, which work in tandem with six-speed automatic or manual transmission. Earlier, GM also announced a plan on entering the market 10 new models of Chevrolet. These cars will appear in the next two years.

A photograph of the serial hatchback Chevrolet Cruze

Available Publication Autotelegraaf were the first official photos of serial five-door hatchback Chevrolet Cruze. The public car will be presented at the Motor Show in Geneva, which opens next week. As previously reported, the novelty in the European market will be available with two petrol engines of 1.6 and 1.8 liter, developing 113 horsepower and 141, as well as a 150-strong two-liter diesel (maximum torque - 320 Nm) and five-speed manual transmission. Note that the same engine on "heavy oil" is applied to the recently submitted crossover Chevrolet Orlando. From the detailed characteristics of the machine is still known only as long as trunk volume - 400 liters. The empty space in the compartment can be increased by folding rear seat backs. It is expected that the Russian market the five-door Chevrolet Cruze goes on sale later this year. Now the price of the version of the model with the body "sedan", the assembly which was deployed in the enterprise GM near St. Petersburg in 2009, starting from 551 rubles.

Submitted convertible Chevrolet Camaro

On a motor show in Los Angeles represented Chevrolet Camaro convertible in the back of the 2011 model year. The new model will be put into production in January 2011 and in February it will begin sales in the U.S.. Convertible Chevrolet Camaro Convertible will be offered in the same variations as the coupe. In the basic configuration it has a V-shaped 6-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection capacity of 312 HP Average fuel consumption of this engine is 10 hp. per 100 km. Modification of the SS is equipped with a V-shaped 8-cylinder engine producing 426 hp The base transmission a 6-speed manual gearbox, and as an option - 6-speed automatic transmission. Reinforced body structure Chevrolet Camaro Convertible hood prevents vibration and steering wheel, providing a sense of confidence in all road conditions. Folding roof is very well fitted to the body and has a special sound-absorbing foam inside to help achieve silence in the cabin under the hood. The rear window is equipped with heating system. To raise the roof takes about 20 seconds. The mechanism of the folding roof works the same model Corvette, when folded the letter obtained by «Z». In the model of L99 is installed fuel-saving system Active Fuel Management System, which saves fuel by turning off half the cylinders when the engine at low loads, such as uniform motion on the freeway. In the U.S. prices on Chevrolet Camaro convertible start at $ 30 000. A choice of nine exterior colors and two variants of fabric folding roof - black or tan.

Issue Chevrolet Niva is stopped due to lack of steering boosters

Joint Works "GM-AvtoVAZ" has suspended production of Chevrolet Niva SUV with 3 to 5 March. The reason for the temporary cessation of production was the lack of power steering, which the company supplies the company Tolyatti "steering system". About this newspaper "Vedomosti" reported by three companies, working with "GM-AvtoVAZ". Thus, the production of Chevrolet Niva is the second time this year stopped due to lack of components. The last time (February 2011), it also occurred through the fault of "steering". According to analysts, supply problems due to the fact that manufacturers of automotive components can not cope with the increasing number of vehicles produced automobile. Earlier, a similar issue and said "AvtoVAZ": up to June 2010 the company issued a five per cent less than the planned number of cars due to lack of bridges and electrical equipment. According to "Vedomosti" six days of downtime in February and March 2011, factory "GM-AvtoVAZ" nedovypustit 1344 "Niva". By the end of the year the company plans to manufacture more than 52 thousand cars. Photos of Chevrolet Niva

In the U.S., hybrid Chevrolet Volt twice recognized the "Car of the Year"

Hybrid Chevrolet Volt was twice named Car of the Year in the U.S., reports The Detroit News. The car was named the best in the competitions conducted by American magazines Motor Trend and Automobile, which in their reviews have called this model "the most modern, the most important vehicle that can now be seen on our roads." According to journalists, Volt "fully functional, no-compromise compact car, allowing consumers to save money on operating costs." The first production copies of the Chevrolet Volt start to go off the assembly line plant of General Motors in Detroit this month, and the official sales of this model will begin on November 30. The cost of the car will be 41 thousand dollars, and the next year, the automaker expects to realize only 10 000 "Volt". The company expects that there will indeed serious demand for such cars only to 2013-2014 year. Note that now in the U.S. to "Bolt" provided the government subsidy of $ 7.5 thousand dollars, while minimizing the cost of the car. Volt hybrid is equipped with a propulsion system that combines an electric motor rated at 150 horsepower, the lithium-ion batteries and gasoline engine of 1.4 liters, which is used to recharge the batteries while driving. Solely on the electric car will travel a 64 km, and at full-capacity fuel tank range of the increase to 500 kilometers. Charging the battery with a special station will take about four hours. On their "gas station" from ordinary household sockets take up to ten hours.

Chevrolet Camaro officially introduced without a roof

Company Chevrolet extended the first official photo series convertible Camaro. Debut of new items will be held in November at the Motor Show in Los Angeles, and in North American showrooms this fall car in February 2011. And base price announced Camaro convertible in the USA - 30 thousand dollars. Car with a folding soft top is offered with the same powertrains that ordinary coupe. In the role of the motor acts as a base 3.6-liter six-cylinder power unit 312 horsepower. The top version comes with SS V-shaped "figure eight" volume 6.2 liters and output of 426 horsepower. Both versions are offered as standard with six-speed manual transmission, but as an option for them, you can order a six-speed automatic transmission. Recall that initially, Chevrolet had planned to start production Camaro Convertible in 2009. But then, these plans have been postponed to a later date because of the global crisis caused by poor financial situation of GM.

Chevrolet Niva SUVs rose for the second time in 2011

Joint venture "GM-AvtoVAZ" has increased the price of Chevrolet Niva SUVs from March 1, 2011. The cost of cars has grown to five thousand, the report says the plant. Thus, the "Niva" went up the second time since 2011. Now the price of basic L start at 434,000 rubles, the version of LC - 463 000 rubles, GLS - 483 000 rubles. The cost of a top modified GLC amount to 510 thousand rubles. Rise in price of Chevrolet Niva representatives of "GM-AvtoVAZ" associated with inflation, rising cost of components and increasing operating costs. In February 2011 the enterprise "GM-AvtoVAZ" was forced to suspend the three-day car production due to lack of spare parts. No details about what exactly the details and the reason is not brought to the plant, the company has not been reported.

Chevrolet Cruze has a hatchback

At the Motor Show in Geneva, Chevrolet officially announced five-door hatchback Cruze. In the European market the sale of the car will start in the middle of this year. New designed specifically for the requirements of the European market, where cars with this type of bodywork are in demand. According to the Chevrolet, Cruze model leads sales in many European countries, including Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Spain and Portugal. Serial hetbchek built based on the same concept car, and differs from it only by a lack of lighting and LED lights in the front bumper. As previously reported, the car will be offered with the 113th 141-horsepower gasoline engine of 1.6 liters and 1.8, respectively, as well as two-liter diesel engine with a power of 150 horsepower and peak torque of 320 Nm. The unit is on "heavy oil" will be paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Trunk volume is 400 liters of a hatchback. The empty space in the compartment can be increased by folding rear seat backs. In Russia, the novelty will appear later this year. There are currently sold in our market sedan Chevrolet Cruze, GM collected at the enterprise outside St. Petersburg. Prices start from the car 551 thousand rubles.

Chevrolet has announced new prices for Spark

In December 2010, will start selling the Russian city of hatchback Chevrolet Spark of the second generation, the Russian premiere took place at Moscow International Automobile Salon 2010. The most accessible version with an engine capacity of 1.0 liters. Power 68 hp and a manual transmission will cost from 379 000 rubles. Standard equipment includes air conditioning of such car, front airbags, central locking, immobilizer, CD/MP3 audio system with an input USB, the ability to install child seat anchorages Isofix. Price version with automatic transmission will be 441 000 rubles. In this configuration adds heated front seats and mirrors, adjustable driver's seat adjustment, ABS and alarm system. The top version of the Chevrolet Spark with the most powerful engine of 1.2 liter capacity of 82 hp and a manual transmission will be available at a price of 481 600 rubles. The assembly of such a vehicle will be added to the climate control, side airbags, parking sensors, alloy wheels with a diameter of 14 inches, trip computer, audio system with six speakers and steering wheel controls. Spark is the first car in the Chevrolet lineup with a 3-year warranty from the manufacturer. This is the first step to translate the entire model line Chevrolet 3-year warranty. To date, the manufacturer warranty is 2 years.

Chevrolet Niva SUV again came under review

Company "GM-AvtoVAZ" has announced a new recall of SUVs Chevrolet Niva. At this time, under a service campaign were 1720 cars shipped to dealers from 23 November to 2 December this year. The reason for withdrawal - a possible defect in the brake hose, said "Avtostat." According to preliminary data, the defect can lead to a "reduction in service life" of the brake hose. Does this defect on vehicle safety - not specified. The work to replace the brake hose will be held Chevrolet dealer centers free of charge. Those customers who have already bought a car from this party will be notified of the need to visit the service center. Earlier, in late October due to a defect vacuum brake booster echoed around 2000, "Neve Neve." For the first 10 months of the current model year Chevrolet Niva was the second most popular among crossovers, second only to the VAZ Lada 4X4. Since the beginning of the year Russia had sold over 27 thousand "Neve" shildikom with Chevrolet.

Hennessey studio built 602-strong Chevrolet Camaro

American tuning studio Hennessey Performance Engineering introduced a new sport package for the coupe Chevrolet Camaro SS. The program of improvements was named HPE600 and increases the power of the eight 6.2-liter engine with 426 to 602 horsepower, and torque - to 807 Nm. Increase the impact the engine tuners managed by installing a mechanical supercharger Magna Charger TVS2300 (the cost of housing is chrome 7995 dollars, the unit in black, standing on a thousand dollars cheaper), reprogramming the engine control unit, upgrade the fuel system, install the new release system and a "cold admission. " According to the studio, from zero to 96 miles an hour tuning the car accelerates in about three seconds (1.6 seconds faster than the standard "Camaro"), and dregovuyu quarter-mile distance it can travel in 11 seconds. The maximum speed of the vehicle is not reported. Furthermore, as options for the sports package available equipment coupe Camaro brand aerodynamic body kit, adjustable suspension, clutch and finalized alloy wheels. For Chevrolet Camaro Hennessey company offers six options for tuning, allowing the engine to increase return the car to 475-1000 hp (the most powerful versions of the standard motor car is replaced by units from the forced supercar Corvette).

"GM-AvtoVAZ" has announced the recall of off-road Chevrolet Niva

Joint venture "GM-AvtoVAZ" has announced the recall of 1973 SUVs Chevrolet Niva, which were shipped to dealers in the period from 6 to 18 October. It is reported "Avtostat" referring to the press service of the plant. The reason for starting service campaign served as a detected defect vacuum brake booster. According to the JV "GM-AvtoVAZ", dealers and car owners who buy the "Niva" within the specified period, has already alerted you to check details. In case of malfunction, it will be resolved "in accordance with the recommendations" plant. "GM-AvtoVAZ" produces vehicles in 2002. The first model to appear on the conveyor belt, became the SUV Chevrolet Niva, who has undergone a restyling in 2009, and by the middle of 2010 was modernized technical stuffing. In 2004, the company also started production of sedan Chevrolet Viva, built on the basis of the second generation Opel Astra. However, in early 2008, production of this car was stopped.

Stolen 27 years ago returned to the owner of Chevrolet Camaro

The police recovered a resident of California Los Angeles Robert Enryusu car Chevrolet Camaro 1973 edition, which was stolen from him 27 years ago. On it informs edition Los Angeles Times, with reference to the representative of the police department Travis Ruiz. Andrews announced the car in search of July 31, 1983, when living in Santa Ana, Nevada. So far, the police had no idea where the machine. She was discovered 27 years later, when the new owner tried to register it. During the inspection, "Camaro" police noticed that the identification number located under the windshield, "wiped out". The original VIN, which was found by the present owner of Chevrolet Camaro, found in other parts of the car. According to the man who tried to put on record a stolen car, said he bought a Chevrolet certain residents of Los Angeles, argues that "Camaro" stood in the courtyard of her home of 15 years. According to the police as soon as the woman planned to question, to clarify the circumstances of the case.

In the U.S. starts selling Chevrolet Volt

The first 160 electric Chevrolet Volt left the assembly plant in Detroit and were poisoned by a local dealer Chevrolet. Chevrolet Volt is the first electric vehicle with increased mileage, where the gasoline engine has no connection with spinning wheels, and is used only to charge the battery pack when they are discharged. Charging the battery comes from the electric grid, as well as when braking. With a fully charged battery power reserve Chevrolet Volt is about 60 km, and a full range of the batteries and at the expense of a full tank of about 560 km. Earlier this year, Chevrolet has put 15 electric Volt (built before mass production) of new technology enthusiasts and advocates of electric vehicles. They were the first consumers rated the daily operation of Volt in real life - in the 90-day evaluation program and its system of electric charge. Such popular in the U.S. edition, as MotorTrend, Automobile and Green Car Journal, the newly elected Volt «Best Car of the Year."

The company renamed the Chevrolet hatchback Aveo

Company Chevrolet officially announced its intention to sell the Aveo hatchback new generation in North America under the name of Sonic. According to the vice president of marketing in the United States Chris Perry, is "Youth and the energetic" name will help consumers understand "what actually is a car." Sonic name is combined with "a spacious, stylish and fun to manage" the machine is much better than the Aveo, says Perry. According to him, the new name under which the hatchback will be sold in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, should mark a new stage for Chevrolet in the segment of compact cars. In the remaining 50 countries, which are currently sold Aveo, the car will retain its original name. Production Chevrolet Sonic will begin in 2011 at the plant of General Motors in Michigan. Hatchback Chevrolet Aveo new generation was introduced in October at the Paris Motor Show. In Europe the car will be available with three petrol four-cylinder of 1.2, 1.4 and 1.6 liter capacity from 70 to 115 horsepower and a 1.3-liter diesel engine with 75 horsepower and 95. Prices for the new car yet have not been announced. European sales of the hatchback to begin next year and the summer of 2011, Chevrolet Aveo promises to provide a new generation in the body "sedan".

European Chevrolet Volt will be twice as expensive as the U.S.

Concern General Motors will begin selling hybrid sedan Chevrolet Volt in Europe in November 2011. The first country in which the model will become Germany, and the cost of the machine will be 41 000 950 euros (56,000 dollars), according to a press release. This is almost two times higher than in the U.S., where prices for "Volta" starting from 32.5 thousand dollars. As previously reported, the car is equipped with a Chevrolet Volt power plant, consisting of an electric motor rated at 150 horsepower, the lithium-ion batteries and a gasoline engine of 1.4 liters, which is used to recharge the batteries while driving. Solely on the electric car can pass 64 km, whereas the full range of the fuel tank will increase to 500 kilometers. Charge from ordinary household sockets takes ten hours. Sales of "Volta" in the U.S. started in late 2010. Base cost of the hybrid is 40 thousand dollars. However, the purchase of this machine is given the Americans the government subsidy of $ 7.5 thousand dollars. Earlier, the automaker announced the sale of hybrid sedan Opel Ampera - model "twins" Volt. Prices for "Opel" in Europe will begin on 42.9 thousand euros. Photos of Chevrolet Volt

The Obama administration will get one hundred hybrid Chevrolet Volt

The administration of President Barack Obama will get CSHA 100 cars Chevrolet Volt. In addition, in the near future in the fleet of the American authorities will be ten electric cars Nissan Leaf and five electric hatchbacks Think City EV, AP reports quoting the press service of the Administration. To service the vehicles running on alternative energy, U.S. authorities also intend to establish 100 elektrozapravochnyh stations in five cities - Washington, Detroit, Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco. As previously reported, in 2025 America plans to reduce oil imports into the country by one third. To do this, the authorities intend to transplant in 2015 one million Americans in electric cars and hybrids. In addition, Barack Obama, earlier ordered the ten years to reduce the number of gasoline cars in bureaucratic fleet by 30 percent. In fiscal year 2010 (October 1, 2009 through September 31, 2010), a leader among automakers, supplying the U.S. government car was brand Ford (21 thousand 980 pieces). At the same time more than 11 thousand "Ford", acquired by officials, were hybrids.

There was a new first image pickup Chevrolet

Concern General Motors issued a first illustration of teaser concept pickup truck, which will be presented at the end of March this year at the Motor Show in Bangkok. The prototype will give an idea of ??how it will look car Chevrolet Colorado (aka GMC Canyon) the next generation. Detailed information about the new pick-up has not been disclosed. The concern only the GM said that the Thai Motor Show to debut the car was chosen because in this country demand for pickup trucks and a growing market of Southeast Asia is of particular importance for the automaker. Representatives of General Motors also added that last year 43 percent of all sold cars in Thailand were just pickups. Release of this Colorado is now being implemented at the plant in Shreveport (Louisiana, USA), but with the June 2012 assembly of motor vehicles will be completely phased out, and the company closed. According to preliminary information, the production of Chevrolet Colorado pick-up the next generation can be established in Thailand, but officials of the brand, these data do not confirm this. Chevrolet Colorado pickup was introduced in 2004. In the U.S. market this car now available in versions with rear-wheel drive and as well as with three engines: a 2.9-liter "four" producing 185 horsepower, 242-strong "five" volume of 3.7 liters and 300 horsepower engine V8 volume of 5.3 liters. In the U.S., the price of Colorado starting from 17 000 $ 45.

Chevrolet Tahoe returned to Russia

In the summer of 2011 Chevrolet intends to resume sales in Russia a full-size SUV Tahoe. In Russia, the new Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 model year will be available in top-end configuration LTZ. Prices start car with 2 200 000. Four-wheel drive Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ in the configuration combines the classic frame construction, premium finishes the passenger cabin and modern technology. Under the hood of an SUV will house eight-cylinder Vortec 5.3 liter capacity, a capacity of 320 hp and a maximum torque of 470 Nm, but instead used earlier 4-speed transmission, the new Tahoe got a new 6-speed automatic Hydra-Matic 6L80, which improves fuel economy when driving on the highway. At Tahoe uses a rigid frame made entirely from elements of the closed section, which reduces the vibration transmitted to the passenger compartment. Reducing the level of internal noise is also provided by the design of large 20-inch wheels. Quiet and smooth running Tahoe achieved also thanks to the suspension Autoride, which is standard for version LTZ. This dual-mode, adaptive, damping system operates in real time, providing a high ride and reducing body roll. Chevrolet Tahoe is common to all models of brand image of the front end with a gold emblem in the form of a "bow tie", located in the middle of the horizontal bar grille double. By its dimensions Tahoe 2011 is now 10 inches longer and a few inches narrower and lower than its predecessor. Tahoe LTZ is equipped with a 20-inch wheels that accentuate the sporty model.

Concern GM intends to export Russian cars in the CIS

Concern General Motors plans to export cars assembled in Russia, the CIS countries. In an interview with the newspaper "Vedomosti" said President of the Russian representation of GM Jim Bovenzi addition, the "GM" does not exclude the possibility of equipping Chevrolet Niva SUVs with automatic transmissions. These vehicles continue to be exported to Europe. According to Bovenzi, in this case, "Niva" were delivered to overseas in small batches, but the machines could be "quite successful". Question about exporting to Europe, concern management intends to consider, after expand capacity in Russia. As previously reported, in the near future concern General Motors plans to increase production of vehicles to 350 thousand units per year - this requires an agreement on industrial assembly in the new regime, which was tightened in March 2011. Thus, the power of the St. Petersburg plant is planned to increase to 230 thousand cars a year (now - 60 000). In addition, in the near future a joint factory "GM-AvtoVAZ" will produce 120 000 cars. According to Bovenzi, General Motors will continue its cooperation with the Kaliningrad factory "Avtotor", which produces cars Cadillac, Chevrolet and Opel. However, to create a joint venture with Russian company is not planned. In addition, since 2012 will start to assemble Chevrolet Aveo model at the Gorky Automobile Plant. In 2010 General Motors has sold in Russia, thousands of vehicles 159.38 - a 12 percent increase compared to 2009.

Chevrolet Niva cars went up by 25 thousand rubles

Plant «GM-AvtoVAZ" has announced a price increase on the Chevrolet Niva SUV in all trim levels. So, on August 1 and GLC GLS version will rise in price of 25 thousand rubles, the automaker said on its website. The cost of modifications of L and LC will increase to five thousand. Higher prices of cars due to the advent of the "Niva" anti-lock braking system from Bosch and airbags (for versions of the GLS and GLC), as well as higher prices for parts and increased operating expenses. Thus, at present prices for Chevrolet Niva start at 439 thousand rubles rubles (version L), 468 000 rubles (LS), 508 000 rubles (GLS) and 535 thousand rubles (GLC). In the future there will be bags and modification of LC as an option. Its value is not reported. Photos of Chevrolet Niva

The company officially unveiled the new Chevrolet global sedan

Company General Motors launches new global sedan Chevrolet Malibu. According to the plans of the company car will be sold for more than 100 countries on five continents, the premiere of place almost simultaneously in China and the U.S., car shows, held in Shanghai and New York. The design echoes the model with other cars Chevrolet, including such iconic models like the Camaro and Corvette. Chevrolet Malibu is built on a platform of Epsilon II, which is used for cars and Opel Insignia Saab 9-5. Front suspension - MacPherson, Rear - Independent multilink. Suspension rear. Wheelbase is 2738 millimeters (114 millimeters shorter than its predecessor), and overall length is 4859 millimeters. The size of the luggage compartment - 462 liters. The car received a new interior, styled sports car Chevrolet Camaro - with the square sockets and devices like the wheel, and can be equipped with an advanced entertainment system with flip 7-inch touch screen and the ability to play Internet radio. The base engine for the new items will be the 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with direct fuel injection, developing "more than 190 horsepower" and 245 Nm of torque. This motor is aggregated with a six-step "automatic" Hydra-Matic 6T40. In the future is not ruled out expansion of the aggregate series due to new power plants. Among the options that will provide for a new generation of Malibu - the crossing warning system partitioning, rearview camera, and range of wheel dimensions from 17 to 19 inches.

Concern GM ignored the tip 400 000 vehicles

Federal Court in Detroit (USA) won a class action lawsuit by General Motors has the car owners of Chevrolet Impala 2007-2008 years of manufacture. Americans need to compensate them for costs they were forced to suffer because of a malfunction rear suspension cars, says The Detroit News. Concern GM conducted a service campaign to eliminate this problem back in 2008, but then under review were only police cars. About 400 thousand civilian "Chevrolet" remained untested. The reason for the suit were complaints from car owners who regularly change tires on their cars because of faulty traction rear suspension. For example, one American was forced to put on a "Chevrolet" new tires when the car was six run thousands of miles (about ten thousand kilometers). Previously, such complaints are received, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration USA (NHTSA): one of the owners of the "Impala" complained that the car mileage 41,000 miles (60,000 kilometers), he changed the tire three times already. Representatives of General Motors declined to comment on the claim, saying that while not familiar with it. However, they confirmed that in July 2008 was declared a service campaign for the Chevrolet Impala police cars because the rear suspension of the defect. However, they said, the design of the suspension of civilian and police versions are different. In the event that the court would force American concern to review 400 000 "Impala", as well as compensation to their owners the cost of regular replacement of tires, it will cost in the automaker millions of dollars.

For China, Chevrolet coupe rename the Camaro

In late April, General Motors has at an automobile exhibition in Shanghai, plans to introduce a convertible Chevrolet Camaro for the Chinese market. For sale in this country will be renamed the machine Ke Mai Luo. Translation of these words does not specify the manufacturer, noting only that it is "a resounding Chinese name." In the Chinese market Chevrolet Camaro coupe will be offered only with 312-horsepower six-cylinder petrol engine of 3.6 liters, which can be paired six-speed manual or automatic transmission. According to the manufacturer, from zero to 96 mph this car can accelerate in 5.7 seconds. Dregovuyu distance of a quarter-mile (402 meters), the machine will travel for 14.4 seconds, while its speed at the "exit" will amount to 157 kilometers per hour. The cost of "Camaro" in China will amount to about 500 million yuan (about 76.2 thousand dollars). Photos of Chevrolet Camaro

"Chevy Niva" will have airbags and ABS

In August 2011 the plant «GM-AvtoVAZ" to start assembling cars Chevrolet Niva, equipped with ABS and airbags, according to the official website of the company. Anti-lock brakes and airbags are available as options for a complete LC. In addition, they will become standard on the GLS and modifications for GLC. How many cars will rise in price of new trim levels, not reported. Currently, the recommended price for the GLS version is 483 000 rubles, GLC-510 000 rubles. Previously, the plant «GM-AvtoVAZ" has already produced "Niva" with airbags and ABS. In addition, vehicles equipped with 1.8-liter engine and five-speed manual Opel gearbox Japanese company Aisin. However, in 2008, production of machines for this configuration has been stopped. Then company representatives promised to present a new modification, which is also offered to have airbags and ABS, but still similar version has not appeared. Photos of Chevrolet Niva

Declassified appearance of a new pick-up Chevrolet Colorado

Concern General Motors issued a formal image prototype Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck the next generation. The world premiere will take place on the car at the Motor Show in Bangkok, which will be held from March 26 to April 6. On the concept pickup truck until we know only that it will be equipped with a 2.8-liter diesel engine and AWD system. Currently, 138-strong four-cylinder engine on "heavy oil" is used in a similar volume of vehicle Chevrolet S-10, intended for the market in Brazil. Probably, Chevrolet Colorado plan to recruit the next generation version of this unit. As previously reported, the Motor Show in Bangkok for the debut of the new Colorado was chosen because it is in Thailand, demand for pickup trucks and a growing market of Southeast Asia is of particular importance for the automaker. At General Motors has also noted that last year 43 percent of all sold cars in this country were just pickups. Chevrolet Colorado pickup debuted in 2004. The U.S. car is offered with rear-and four-wheel drive and with three petrol engines: 2.9-liter "four" producing 185 horsepower, 242-strong "five" volume of 3.7 liters and 300-horsepower V8 in volume 5, 3 liters. Now, "Colorado" gather at the factory Shreveport (Louisiana, USA), but next year this company will be closed. It is therefore possible that the release of a new generation of pickups can be deployed in Thailand. In the U.S., prices start from the current Colorado 17 000 45 dollars.