Chevrolet Builds 100 Millionth Small-Block V-8, Says Future V-8 Engines Will be Direct-Injected

"General Motors today celebrated the assembly of the 100 millionth small-block V-8. The milestone engine was an LS9, the 638-hp supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 found under the hood of the Chevrolet Corvette ZR1.

Chevrolet officials admit this was a symbolic milestone, as it’s hard to establish exactly which V-8 was the 100 millionth. The celebrated LS9 built today, however, won’t ever be started, and is destined for display at the GM Heritage Center museum. The engine also will likely be shown at events like the Woodward Dream Cruise. Chevrolet has even inquired about displaying the LS9 at the Henry Ford Museum in Detroit — it is, after all, an important piece of automotive history — but the museum has yet to respond."  [Continue reading...]

’Ave a look at Chevrolet Aveo

"Engines – The all-petrol Aveo fleet consists of a choice between 1.2 and 1.4-litre engines – late 2011 saw the introduction of a diesel option. For what is effectively an urban runabout, the petrol motors work well. Neither of them is particularly quick but they are willing and reasonable refined engines.

Exterior – Like many cars in its class the Aveo’s classic hatchback shape is a familiar one. The doors open wide for easy access and at the tailgate is a good size and easy to operate. Overall, the styling is conservative, which should ensure broad appeal."  [Continue reading...]

Chevrolet Truck History: From the 490 Half-Ton to the Silverado and Beyond

"While Chevrolet was founded in 1911 as a collaboration between racer Louis Chevrolet and entrepreneur William Durant, it wasn’t until January 1918 that it started producing trucks. Chevy’s been producing trucks ever since. Here are several Chevy trucks that represent the brand and its history.

1918 Chevrolet 490 Half-Ton Light Delivery 'Cowl Chassis'
The 490 Half-Ton was Chevy’s first truck. Based on the 490 car platform, but with stronger rear springs, the 490 was sold for $595 as a chassis only. It was up to the buyer to install a cab and bed or a panel van body, depending on what it would be used for. A one-ton Model T (for truck) was also available for $1,125. Again, it came bodiless, but unlike the 490 was built on a truck frame. Both vehicles were powered by four-cylinder engines. The 1918 Chevrolet Model T engine could produce 37 horsepower. Its speed was governor-limited to 25 mph. It wasn’t until 1929 that Chevy started using six-cylinder engines. By 1930, light-duty trucks came with factory-built cabs and bodies."  [Continue reading...]

Cooking a Perfect Turkey

"Preparing and serving a centerpiece turkey can create anxiety for even the most seasoned cook. Each year, turkey hotlines receive thousands of calls from desperate cooks looking for answers on everything from cooking to carving. We’ve put together the following cooking tips and recipes to help guide your once-a-year turkey preparations and assure success.

Choosing the Turkey

Working with the highest quality ingredients makes it easier for any cook to produce a great meal. When ordering your whole turkey, allow at least 1 pound per person, plus 1/2 pound per person for leftovers. (Remember to take into account the size of your fridge and oven!) For turkey breast, plan on 3/4 pound per person. If it is a boneless breast, allow 1/2 pound per person."  [Continue reading...]

Car giant Chevrolet launch 'Wheels for kids' inititative to help vulnerable children worldwide

"To celebrate its 100 years, car giant Chevrolet and international children's charity SOS Children have joined forces to form the 'Wheels for Kids' initiative, aiming to increase the mobility of vulnerable children worldwide.

Throughout 2011, Chevrolet are giving 100 cars to SOS Children in Europe, Uzbekistan, South Africa, Lesotho and Israel."  [Continue reading...]

Jay Leno, Other Chevrolet Volt Owners Taking Advantage of Electric Range

 

"Some owners of the Chevrolet Volt are taking advantage of the car’s electric range by logging the majority of their miles driven on electricity. One of the best-recognized owners who’s passed the 10,000 electric mile mark is comedian and host of The Tonight Show, Jay Leno. Leno, quoted in The New York Times “Wheels” blog, said he took delivery of his Volt last December with a full 9.3 gallon tank, and the tank is still more than half-full.

To commemorate owners’ achievements, Chevrolet is planning on giving them a “10,000 Electric Mile” badge. 'Volt owners are an extremely passionate and enthusiastic group. They carry pictures of their car, refer to themselves by their VIN number and freely talk about their ownership experience with anyone who will ask,' Chris Perry, vice president of Global Chevrolet Marketing, said. 'The 10,000 Electric Mile badge not only recognizes their achievement, but gives another point to brag about with anyone interested in learning more about the Volt.'"  [Continue reading...]

Chevrolet Camaro Aces Crash Test

"Boy, that Bumblebee can sure take a hit.

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is the first car to get a perfect score on the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  (NHTSA) 5-Star Safety Rating test since a more rigorous testing procedure was instituted last year. The two-door coupe received five stars in all categories, including frontal, side and rollover collisions."  [Continue reading...]

First Look: 2013 Chevrolet Spark

"The Chevrolet Spark is already a familiar sight in Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America, as the subcompact hatch has been on sale outside our borders for a while now. After what seems like years of teasing, the tiny Chevy is finally about to wash up on our shores, and details for the U.S.-spec model have finally been revealed. Set to hit Chevy showrooms the middle of next year, the 2013 Chevy Spark is being billed as a foil for the likes of the Fiat 500 and Scion iQ, among

others."  [Continue reading...]

Chevrolet 100 years: Reborn in the USA

"Americans drove them to the levee and worked on their night moves in their back seats.  For a century, Chevrolets won America's heart with their convenience, style and speed - even if sometimes they were clunky, or had problems with rust or their rear susensions.

Chevy, which lays claim to being the top-selling car brand ever with more than 200 million sales, celebrates its 100th birthday this month.  For most of its life, Chevy stayed just ahead of the competition by bringing innovations such as all-steel bodies, automatic shifting, electric headlamps and power steering to regular folks at a low cost."  [Continue reading...]

Camaro Convertible is a head-turner

 

"Thank goodness you don't need one of the 100 special-edition Neiman Marcus Chevrolet Camaro Convertibles to enjoy a special open-top Camaro ride.

For $44,000 less than the $75,000 Neiman Marcus cars, a regular 2012 Camaro Convertible offers ample attitude, fun and unique style.

All Camaro Convertibles, which started to arrive in showrooms earlier this calendar year, look like the hard-top, reincarnated Camaro Coupe that was introduced in 2009.

But the Camaro Convertible wears a fully-lined fabric top and adds some 210 pounds over the Coupe because of structural reinforcements needed when a fixed roof is missing from a car."  [Continue reading...]

Driving on Snow and Ice: 10 Safety Tips

"The best tip for winter driving: Sometimes it's best to stay home, or at least remain where you are until snow plows and sanding crews have done their work. If you crash on a snowy or icy road, you'll certainly be late — or worse. But since you can't always call in to work claiming a "snow day," it's better to learn how to correctly deal with driving in the snow.

I've battled snow- and ice-covered highways in two-dozen states behind the wheel of both passenger vehicles and 18-wheelers. I've performed hundreds of tire tests on snow-covered roads, attended snow-driving schools and done precision (translation: "barely in control") driving in the snow for videos and still photos. From this experience, here are some snow driving tips the average driver can follow to reduce the chances of a crash."  [Continue reading...]

Chevrolet Cruze's success shocks the auto industry

"No one expected Chevrolet Cruze to score so big so fast on sales -- no one outside General Motors, at least.

In its first 12 months of sales, the Cruze compact ranked 10th among all U.S. vehicle purchases. The car's Lordstown, Ohio, plant has been running three shifts plus overtime Saturdays since late spring and has still had difficulty meeting racing consumer demand.

All this is a "told-you-so" for GM. Industry analysts were skeptical when GM North American President Mark Reuss espoused a plan to launch the Cruze on three shifts.

After all, running the plant that much suggests sales of more than 20,000 a month, a level which the Cruze's stripped-down Cobalt predecessor never reached, even in much more-robust economies. But the Cruze is on pace to meet that goal this year."  [Continue reading...]

General Motors October Sales Up Nine Per Cent

"OSHAWA, ONTARIO, Nov 1, 2011 (Marketwire via COMTEX) -- Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealers delivered 19,542 vehicles in October, led by growing demand for the Canadian-built compact crossovers, the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain, which saw increased sales of 12 per cent compared to last year. Overall, General Motors increased its sales by nine per cent and was the industry sales leader in October."

'"With the Chevrolet Volt, Sonic and Orlando recently arriving in dealerships, Canadian customers are excited about the transformed Chevrolet vehicle line-up," said Marc Comeau, vice-president of sales, service and marketing at GM of Canada. "The Chevrolet Cruze, Canadian Car of the Year, continues to win new customers having sold approximately one million units worldwide since launching in 2009."'

"The Chevrolet Cruze again posted strong sales in October, completing its first full year of Canadian sales with over 32,000 units sold. The Canadian-built Buick Regal, with an expanded line-up including the fuel-efficient eAssist and the high-output GS, increased sales 128%." [Continue reading...]