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Your Say: What Should A Next-Gen Chevrolet Camaro Be?

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The adage lightning doesn’t strike twice isn’t much of an inspiring one, so Chevrolet engineers are hoping it’s wrong. We hear that as the release date for the next generation of Chevrolet Camaro comes closer, engineers are pondering–and worrying–about exactly what the new car will do.

Camaro fans will be keen to add that the next generation of Camaro won’t be the second–it’ll actually be the sixth–but it will be the second version of Camaro after the car faded into obscurity in 2002 and came back to life in 2010.

That reincarnation has paid dividends for Chevrolet: the Camaro sits high atop the heap of American muscle cars, outselling its chief competitor, the Ford Mustang, by about 18,000 units last year. It sold more than twice as many units as the Dodge Challenger.

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So how do you make a Camaro better?

Al Oppenheiser, the chief engineer at Chevrolet for the Camaro line, said that reducing weight is definitely a factor. The Camaro SS coupe is more than 200 pounds heavier than the comparable Ford Mustang GT. Pit the Camaro LT against a comparable Hyundai Genesis Coupe, and the American is a whole 300 pounds heavier. We expect some mass to be shed as the next-gen Camaro will almost certainly utilize General Motors’ new Alpha platform, which also underpins the new 2013 Cadillac ATS.

Also a question mark: engines. Oppenheiser told AN that Chevrolet must also consider displacement and cylinder count in its next car. Seeing as the Ford Mustang will reportedly get a turbocharged four-cylinder engine in the future, it might not be a bad idea for the Camaro to follow suit with a hot version of the Malibu’s new 2.0-liter Ecotec turbo four.

Perhaps the biggest issue, however, is styling. Despite creating a couple of issues (like a lack of outward visibility), the Camaro’s styling has been acclaimed and is one of the reasons it sells so many units. Chevrolet could follow the original Camaro’s design trajectory and go from a modern interpretation of the first generation to an updated version of the second one. That, or attempt to update its current styling theme.

Either way, it wouldn’t be unfair to say that General Motors is walking on eggshells in looking to the next Camaro, which will reportedly drop late in 2015.

SOURCE: motortrend.com

New Chevrolet Racecar To Debut For 2013 Season

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The countdown to the debut of Chevrolet’s next NASCAR Sprint Cup Series racecar is underway. Chevrolet announced today that for the 2013 season, Team Chevy will be racing a vehicle based on a new nameplate to the brand’s lineup.

Taking advantage of the new NASCAR rules, which allow manufacturers to display more of their brand identity in their racecars, the new Chevrolet racecar will closely resemble the production version. Both cars will be unveiled in the coming year.

“We are keeping the wraps on the new car for now and will continue to prepare for next season by testing camouflaged vehicles,” said Jim Campbell, vice president, Chevrolet Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. “We know that Chevrolet fans are eager to see the new racecar and we hope that the prospect of being able to own one just like it will make the wait a little more bearable.”

The current Chevrolet racecar, the Impala, took three out of top five spots at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday including the win by Tony Stewart. Since 2007, the Impala has dominated the series, taking the checkered flag 79 times. Chevrolet drivers have also won five NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Manufacturers' Championships, and Jimmie Johnson (4) and Tony Stewart (1) have collected five NASCAR Sprint Cup Series driver's championships in the Impala.

“The Impala has been a critical part of Chevrolet’s success in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and we are confident the new racecar will allow us to remain the most successful name in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series history,” Campbell said.

A legacy of racing competition runs deep in Chevrolet’s 100-year history, dating to co-founder Louis Chevrolet’s passion for racing automobiles. Chevrolet has won the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Manufacturers’ Championship 35 times. Chevrolet Corvette Racing has taken seven class trophies at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. A Chevrolet-branded V-8 racing engine won the Indianapolis 500 seven times between 1988 and 2002.

As Chevrolet continues to define itself as a 21st Century global automotive leader, motorsports remain integral to the plan. The racing version of the Chevrolet Cruze, which since its 2009 debut has become the bowtie brand’s best-selling car globally, claimed the World Touring Car Championship (WTCC) Cup in 2010 and 2011, and is the first ever General Motors-branded vehicle to win such honors in a FIA-organized series.

SOURCE: paddocktalk.com

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Monday Maintenance Tip: Use the Recommended Grade of Motor Oil

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You can improve your gas mileage by 1–2 percent by using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil. For example, using 10W-30 motor oil in an engine designed to use 5W-30 can lower your gas mileage by 1–2 percent. Using 5W-30 in an engine designed for 5W-20 can lower your gas mileage by 1–1.5 percent. Also, look for motor oil that says "Energy Conserving" on the API performance symbol to be sure it contains friction-reducing additives. 

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Chevrolet Road Trip Challenge Teams Travel to Festival

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SXSW participants to uncover unsung innovators and celebrate what drives America

AUSTIN, Tex. – For the third year in a row, Chevrolet is sending five teams from across the country on the Chevy SXSW Road Trip to the interactive portion of the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas. Each team is being provided with a Chevrolet equipped with OnStar navigation to guide them on their journey.

The teams left for Austin on Monday, March 5 and Tuesday, March 6, and are slated to arrive in the city by nightfall on Thursday, March 8. During the three days, the teams will explore the country’s roads, be inspired by unsung innovators and report on what they find driving them and driving America.

The 2012 Chevrolet SXSW Road Trip teams include:

  • Music City Geeks from Nashville, Tn.
    • Team Members: Brenda and Ray Smotherman, Kristin Parsons and Teri Modisette
    • On Twitter: @MusicCityGeeks and #MusicCityGeeks
    • Team Bio: Combing geek culture with pop culture while representing the Music City.  
  • RVA Epic Tales from Richmond, Va.
    • Team Members: Kate Hall, Kate Semp, Kelly Vance, and Monica Horsley
    • On Twitter: #RVAEpicTales and #RVAEpicTales
    • Team Bio: Ready to represent Richmond, VA, RVA Epic Tales is four hip moms whose goal is to tell their epic road trip stories on their way to Austin.
  • Fresh Squeezed SXSW from Orlando, Fla.
    • Team Members: Jeanette Scott, Meghann Anderson, Nick Cicero, and Joshua Johnson
    • On Twitter: @SXSWfresh and #SXSWFresh
    • Team Bio: Fresh Squeezed SXSW is a group of social media young professionals who keep it fresh from Florida.
  • D&P: The SXSW Road Trip from Salt Lake City, Utah
    • Team Members: Darin “Doc” Berntson and Scott Duehlmeier
    • On Twitter: @SLCSXSW and #SLCSXSW
    • Team Bio: Doc and Scott are two friends who have been experts in the communications industry for years. They are regular dads who enjoy a cold beer and a laugh as much as the next guy.
  • Team Fit Fluential from Chicago, Ill.
    • Team Members: Kelly Olexa, Danielle Liss, Tori Greene
    • On Twitter: @FitFluential and #FitFluential
    • Team Bio: Fit Fluential is a group of everyday fitness enthusiasts who will be staying fit throughout a Road Trip.

To check in with the teams along the way, visit Chevy.com/SXSW to view the OnStar Road Trip map, a real time update of each teams’ route to Austin that includes links to the latest blog posts or videos. Teams will share photos and updates, and fans will be asked for their input as well, suggesting places for the teams to experience along the way.

For all the details on what Chevrolet is up to in Austin, visit Chevy.com/SXSW for regularly updated videos and photos from SXSW. Chevrolet will also be active on Twitter @ChevyLife and Facebook.com/Chevrolet sharing updates from the festival. Join the conversation at #ChevySXSW.

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 140 countries and selling more than 4 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature spirited performance, expressive design and high quality. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com

Courtesy of GM