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May 2012 Automotive Industry Sales Roundup
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With May sales numbers rolling out today, there are some interesting stories developing around several automakers.
2013 Chevrolet Cruze Facelift Leaked in Video?
The Chevrolet Cruze is getting a facelift for the 2013 model year, and this commercial released by the Korean arm of Chevrolet may have just given away the new style of the car.
Some Special Fuel Economy Models Not Worth the Higher Price Tag: Consumer Reports
Saving money on fuel might not be worth it. That is the result of the latest tests by Consumer Reports after a thorough examination of special high fuel economy models of popular compact cars including the Ford Focus SFE, Chevy Cruze Eco and Honda Civic HF.
Drag Racing School in the Camaro ZL1
Muscle cars of the 1960s were originally conceived with one thing in mind – accelerate as fast as possible in a straight line. Today, their modern equivalents can do a good deal more, such as stop and go around corners.
$600,000 of General Motors Ad Agency Work Tied to CFOs Wife
Recently, General Motors gave a subtle shock to the world by announcing that it would not be advertising in next year’s Super Bowl, and that it was also pulling $10 million worth of Facebook advertisements.
Chevrolet Cruze Fire Probe Expands to 370,000 Vehicles
Earlier in April, NHTSA announced an investigation into a possible fire risk on the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze after two vehicles had been completely destroyed. The initial investigation covered 177,000 vehicles from the 2011 model year, but NHTSA is now expanding the investigation to include the 2012 model year raising the total figure to 370,000 vehicles…
Plant Expansion Begins for US Chevrolet Colorado
General Motors has started the expansion of its Wentzville, Missouri plant, essentially taking the first steps toward brining the new Chevrolet Colorado to the U.S.
Chevrolet Sonic Can Fit 11 Rugby Players, Maybe More
Jamming tons of people into a small car is a comedic staple in the clown community, and now Chevrolet is using the tactic as a competition to see how many rugby players can fit in the Chevrolet Sonic.
2001 Chevrolet Camaro Intimidator SS Could be Yours for $49,900
Missed out on the limited edition Chevy Camaro Intimidator SS when it first came out? Here’s your chance to get your hands on one that’s basically new with just 48 miles on the odometer and selling for $49,900. Only 83 of these special Camaros were made, commissioned by NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt and built by…
Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Bests Volt, Leaf in April Sales
Toyota continues to enjoy success with its Prius family of models, as its plug-in hybrid sold 1,654 units in the month of April. The sales figure trumps its main competitors, the Chevrolet Volt (1,462 sold) and the Nissan Leaf (370 sold) making it the most popular plug-in vehicle last month in America. It’s no huge…
Chevrolet SuperSport Sedan Detailed, Ute and Wagon Variants Likely
Rumors are flying ever since an OnStar app revealed that Chevrolet has an ‘SS Performance’ model in the works. There is no doubt a Chevrolet SS Performance sedan is coming and now some details have surfaced surrounding the upcoming model.
Lingenfelter Chevy Camaro ZL1 Sets its Sights on Mustang GT500 – Video
While the factory Chevy Camaro ZL1 can’t quite keep up with the new Ford Shelby GT500, the Lingenfelter Performance Engineering ZL1 can. The well-established parts manufacturer became the first to break the 200 mph barrier in a brand new ZL1, topping the speedometer at 202.67 mph at the Continental Tire North America Uvalde proving grounds…
1967 Corvette Stingray Packs 561-HP of Modern V8 Muscle – Retro Resale
Up for sale is a rare 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray convertible with an asking price of $159,900 sporting a Ferrari yellow and black paint job. The C2 Stingray features an accident-free fiberglass body crafted by Corvette Restorations AZ. Along with the immaculate body, a couple of bolt-ons were added to make it more aggressive and…
Chevrolet Joins Camaro5 Fest 2011 – Video
Each year thousands of Chevrolet Camaro enthusiasts assemble at for Camaro5 Fest. Last year, the American automaker decided to join the caravan of 150 fifth-generation Camaros in Phoenix, Ariz., to capture it all on film.
2013 Corvette Gets ‘Night Race Blue’ as Last Hurrah
The sixth-generation Chevrolet Corvette is heading into its final year of production, signifying a highly successful seven year production run. As it prepares to be replaced, the American automaker is giving the C6 ‘Vette a new paint shade, Night Race Blue. The Night Race Blue is a classy shade of blue which will complement the…
Chevrolet Avalanche Axed, Black Diamond Edition Celebrates Revolutionary Truck
The Chevrolet Avalanche, admits General Motors, may just have been too innovative for its own good. Launched in 2002 as a new type of functional light-duty pickup with with actual space for five, it helped create the boom in crew cab pickups, which now represent 65 percent of light-duty pickup sales. As a result, sales…
Why Buy a Diesel Car? Get the Facts, Know Your Options
Price, looks and size… these are the few factors that used to decide what vehicle you’d park in your driveway. Looking for a cheap and small car? A Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic will do. Need something bigger, perhaps a mid-size Hyundai Sonata or an SUV. Things used to be pretty easy. With increasingly high…
Top 10 Cars of the 2012 NY Auto Show
Over the past few years Lexus has been referred to as a Japanese Buick, with the number one reason being the ES front-drive luxury sedan – a car that drew direct comparisons with the not-quite-Cadillac GM premium brand. To erase those comparos the new 2013 ES gets a more stylish exterior with a GS-themed front…
2014 Chevy Impala Video, First Look: 2012 NY Auto Show
A forgettable sedan if there ever was one, over the past several years the Impala owes its success to fleet sales, not consumers. Chevrolet is now looking to change that with a completely restyled version of its full-size front-drive sedan, adding plenty of luxury, technology and style. Unveiled at the New York International Auto Show,…
2013 Chevrolet Traverse Has Same Engine, New Look: 2012 New York Auto Show
The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse officially debuted at the 2012 New York International Auto Show this morning as the as the brand’s latest full-size crossover. “We have injected a stronger presence into the Traverse exterior by focusing on the details. The small but important changes give it a more vibrant personality that more closely reflects the lifestyles…
2013 Chevy Impala Aims to Shed Fleet Car Stigma with Camaro Style: 2012 NY Auto Show
With a bold new design taking inspiration from the Camaro, Chevy is hoping to inject some much-needed passion into its front-drive full sized sedan. And the Impala will need it. Despite being the top seller in the segment, the all-new Hyundai Azera has plenty of curves and tomorrow Toyota will unveil a new version of…
2014 Chevy Impala: New Model, New Emblem
The all-new 2014 Chevrolet Impala is set to go on sale in early 2013 and the American automaker has released its new emblem design. Much like the Corvette, the Impala has its own emblem in addition to the brand’s signature bowtie. Since its debut in 1958, the Impala has worn variations of the leaping African…
GM to Extend Summer Shut Down at Volt Plant
As yet another sign that sales of the Chevy Volt continue to fail to live up to expectations, General Motors will extend the scheduled summer shut down at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant where it’s built. The assembly facility was already preparing for a two week production pause as part of a regular Summer break, but…
Chevrolet Volt Added to Chicago Zipcar Fleet
Zipcar, the world’s leading car sharing network, has decided to add five Chevrolet Volts to its Chicago fleet with up to 20 more EVs coming in 2012. Zipcar members are able to reserve a Chevy Volt immediately starting at just $10 per hour. The first five Volts are available at Cityfront Place Apartments and in…
