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Chevrolet Receives Three kbb.com 'Total Cost of Ownership' Awards

2012-02-13T07:25:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet was honored with the top spot in three categories of the kbb.com Total Cost of Ownership Awards:

Full Size Car- 2012 Chevrolet Impala

Full Size Pickup Truck- 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Regular

Electric Car- 2012 Chevrolet Volt

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Chevrolet Raises Funds for American Cancer Society

2012-02-06T07:44:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Last year was Chevrolet’s birthday, but on Tuesday it was Chevy, and its dealers, employees and customers bearing a gift: $916,911.53 to the American Cancer Society. The money was raised by the American Cancer Society through Chevrolet’s grassroots support for the society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks.

Nearly half of the money – $440,574 – came from Chevrolet dealer-sponsored teams across the country. Chevrolet Certified Service contributed $200,000 and another $199,243 was given by General Motors and Chevrolet employee teams. Customers who donated online and waived Chevrolet Certified Service rebates added nearly $39,000.

“I am deeply touched by the generosity and kindness of our dealers, employees and customers,” said Alan Batey, vice president, Chevrolet Sales and Service. “The Chevrolet Centennial was about our 100th birthday, and this money will help the American Cancer Society continue to fight for birthdays threatened by breast cancer.”

"We are very grateful for Chevrolet's efforts," said W. Phil Evans, M.D., F.A.C.R., national volunteer president for the American Cancer Society. "Making Strides enables the American Cancer Society to make strides to end breast cancer and save lives by helping people stay well, helping people get well, by finding cures and fighting back against the disease."

In conjunction with its Centennial celebration, Chevrolet supported Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks in October, which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Employees and GM facilities competed among themselves to raise the most money.

Chevrolet Racing wrapped Camaro SS pace cars with American Cancer Society and Making Strides branding for two NASCAR Sprint Cup races last September. For each pace car lap completed under the yellow (caution) flag, Chevy donated $200 to the society, for a total of nearly $30,000.

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Chevrolet Vehicles to Feature Auto Environmental Label

2012-01-30T07:49:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet today announced its vehicles sold in the United States will have EcologicTM environmental labels, starting with the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, that let customers see some of the environmental features of the vehicle relating to manufacturing, driving and recycling.

Chevrolet is the first automotive brand to include a label of this kind on its vehicles. The Ecologic labels will be located on the rear driver-side window of Sonics beginning in March. It will appear on 2013 Chevrolet vehicles later this year.

Each claim on the Chevrolet-created labels is audited by Two Tomorrows, an independent third-party sustainability agency that provides auditing and assurance services to companies for environmental initiatives.

“Customers want companies to be honest and transparent about their environmental efforts and sustainability goals, and rightly so,” said General Motors North America President Mark Reuss. “Putting an Ecologic label on each Chevrolet is just one more way for us to share our environmental progress.”

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'Chevy Happy Grad' Commercial Wins Super Bowl Contest

2012-01-23T07:43:00.001-07:00

“Chevy Happy Grad,” an ad submitted by 26-year old Long Island resident Zach Borst, will be aired during the telecast of Super Bowl XLVI, beating out submissions by independent filmmakers from around the world as part of Chevrolet’s Route 66 Super Bowl ad contest.

The ads had more than 32 million total online views between December 22 and January 14.

“We asked filmmakers to depict life’s journey and how Chevrolet is there along the way,” said General Motors Global Chief Marketing Officer Joel Ewanick. “When I saw Zach’s spot, I had to laugh, because the situation is something many families can related to – expectation and reality. ‘Happy Grad’ clearly shows the passion that Chevrolet elicits.”

Borst’s audience on Super Bowl Sunday is expected to exceed 110 million television viewers. “Chevy Happy Grad” was filmed on location near his home on Long Island during a weather window that offered Zach, his cast and crew only four hours to complete the project.

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Owner Appreciation Days at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet

2012-01-16T07:49:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet is celebrating Owner Appreciation Days by offering up to $1000 in Owner Loyalty Cash on many 2011 and 2012 models. To qualify, you must own or lease a 1999 or newer GM vehicle. Contact Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet for more information about this program.

Chevrolet Led 2011 U.S. Passenger Car Sales

2012-01-10T07:49:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet led all automakers in U.S. passenger car sales in 2011 and posted its largest year-over-year retail sales increase in 35 years, due in large part to strong sales of the Cruze compact sedan. Chevrolet compact car sales almost doubled compared with 2010.

“Leading the U.S. industry in passenger car sales in our centennial year proves that we have transformed the Chevrolet product lineup and are delivering the high-quality, fuel-efficient, expressively designed cars that more and more people want,” said Alan Batey, U.S. vice president, Chevrolet Sales and Service.

Chevrolet sold more than 763,000 passenger cars in 2011. Products included the Sonic subcompact, Cruze compact sedan, Volt electric car, Malibu and Impala sedans, and Camaro and Corvette sporty cars.

“We are confident we can continue to build on the momentum with the new Sonic and the new Malibu Eco arriving in dealer showrooms in the coming weeks.”

Cruze sales in the United States totaled 231,732 in 2011, contributing to the car’s global success. Cruze is the best-selling Chevrolet nameplate around the world with more than 1 million sold since its launch in 2009.

The segment-leading Camaro is winning the race with automotive enthusiasts. Camaro sales rose 8 percent to more than 88,000 units in 2011.

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Chevrolet Cruze Offers Luxury-Like Interior Quietness

2012-01-03T07:51:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The engineering team used a number of noise-reducing and noise-cancelling technologies on the Cruze body structure, including 30 distinct acoustical treatments. For example, the acoustic package on the Cruze is a Liquid Applied Sound Deadener applied strategically throughout the body structure and melted into place when the body passes through the paint oven.

The doors have triple seals and feature fiberglass “blankets” that serve as water, airflow and noise barriers. They close with a solid, precise sound and no resonance . Before devising these solutions and many more, engineers performed intensive testing throughout the vehicle’s development.

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Help Choose the Next Chevrolet Super Bowl Ad

2011-12-27T15:59:00.003-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Independent film makers from 32 countries are offering their interpretations of Chevrolet’s “Everyday Hero” for a chance to have their 30-second ad aired during the telecast of Super Bowl XLVI. Now, fans can cash in by sharing with their friends their favorite spot among the top 35 entries featured on ChevroletRoute66.MSN.com.

Chevrolet and MOFILM, a global creative community, received 197 entries from film makers across the globe. The best spot as determined by Chevrolet will be shown during the big game on Feb. 5, 2012.

“With Chevrolet Route 66, we wanted to tap into the talents of creative people from every corner of the Earth to discover our next Super Bowl ad,” said Joel Ewanick, GM vice president and global chief marketing officer. “The submissions we received show that people from around the world share many of the same values and how Chevrolet plays a role in helping them along life’s road.”

Beginning today Dec. 22 and running through 6:59 p.m. EST on Jan. 25, 2012, eligible fans from Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Mexico, the United Kingdom and United States can watch, rate and share their favorite Chevrolet Route 66 film. Those who share their personalized link to the videos most often and give the most creative answer to the question “if you could drive to any destination in your home country, where would you go?” could win up to $10,000.

To engage fans, Chevrolet turned to Microsoft Advertising to create a contest hub to house and share the videos that offers a personalized experience with the ability to localize and share the global films.

“Because Chevrolet is sold in many countries, ‘crowd-sourcing’ content globally is a great way to find creative advertising that resonates with consumers,” said Ewanick. “Using that same concept, we hope to have fans identify their favorite ads for us by voting with their ‘clicks’ and sharing with friends.”

The Microsoft hub will identify registrants with unique user codes that will allow them to accumulate points every time they share with another fan. The top fans as measured by sharing will be tracked by the contest site leader board. To be sure the contest is won by a real person and not a web “bot,” the contest site will ask viewers to “confirm” by entering a valid email address.

Fans can enter the contest and view complete program details by visiting the contest website. Winners will be announced the within two weeks following the conclusion of the contest.

2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Offers Increased Performance

2011-12-19T11:03:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

A hotter Chevrolet Sonic is about to sound off – the 2013 Sonic RS. It goes on sale in late 2012, after making its public debut at the North American International Auto Show Jan. 14-22.

The new RS amplifies the Sonic’s youthful style and driving experience with unique exterior and interior features matched with a 138-horsepower (103 kW) Ecotec 1.4L turbo engine. Sonic is the only vehicle in its segment to offer a turbocharged powertrain.

“The new Chevrolet Sonic RS pushes Chevrolet’s performance heritage in a new direction, for a new generation of drivers,” said Chris Perry, vice president of Global Chevrolet Marketing. “It takes the Sonic’s great design and latest connectivity features and combines them with a more performance-oriented look and feel.”

The Sonic RS is offered exclusively in the five-door body style. Chevrolet’s exclusive MyLink infotainment system is standard. It enables navigation directions downloaded through a smart phone to be shown on the radio’s large display, and offers the personalized connectivity of Pandora and Stitcher Internet radio.

Sonic RS performance

The Sonic RS is powered by a standard Ecotec 1.4L turbo engine that is rated at 138 horsepower (103 kW) and 148 lb.-ft. of torque (200 Nm) – and provides an immediate feeling of power that is sustained across the rpm band, for a greater feeling of performance at lower rpm. It’s matched with a six-speed manual transmission or six-speed automatic.

Unique gear ratios for the six-speed manual transmission and unique final drive ratio for the automatic give the Sonic RS a sportier feel than non-RS models.

Complementing the segment-exclusive turbocharged powertrain is MacPherson strut front suspension with coil springs and stabilizer bar, and a semi-independent, torsion beam axle-mount compound link-type rear suspension – featuring a robust, tubular V-shape beam – with gas-charged shocks. The front and rear tracks are identical at 59.4 inches (1,509 mm), for well-planted stability and balance.

The new RS is the only Sonic model offered with four-wheel disc brakes, which are partnered with a four-channel anti-lock braking system. The four-sensor system – one at each wheel – incorporates electronic brake force distribution, which balances braking performance based on such factors as road conditions and the weight of passengers and/or cargo.

Electric power steering is standard and features a wear compensator that continually adjusts the system interaction with the steering gear to ensure precise steering action over the life of the system.

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Chevrolet Cruze Features Innovative Splash Shield

2011-12-12T08:40:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

When it comes to making sure the Chevrolet Cruze is as durable as it can be, Dave Schoener and his teammates are all wet.

As a General Motors splash test engineer, Schoener helped develop an innovative splash shield for the Chevrolet Cruze that protects the engine compartment from water and potentially harmful contaminants.

In addition, the splash shields, a segment exclusive in the Cruze, help prevent underbody corrosion by repelling water, dirt and mud. They also contribute to the Cruze’s fuel economy – an EPA-estimated 42 mpg highway for Cruze Eco – by reducing wind drag.

“With the Cruze, you have a very comprehensive splash protector on an entry sedan that you typically wouldn’t see except in high-end luxury vehicles,” said Schoener.

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Introducing 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Eco

2011-12-05T09:19:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Malibu Eco is part of the all-new, 2013 Malibu lineup – Chevrolet’s first global midsize sedan – designed to give customers more style, fuel efficiency, content and features, along with the craftsmanship and dynamic capabilities rivaling high-end sedans. It has a more powerful engine – 182 hp / 134 kW – than the Fusion (156 hp / 116 kW), Camry (178 hp / 132 kW) or Passat (140 hp / 104 kW).

Product highlights for North American models include:

■Expressive exterior designed to stand out, with a wide, athletic stance

■Aerodynamically optimized exterior, including underbody aero enhancements and electronically controlled shutters in the lower grille that close at higher speeds to push more air over and around the vehicle

■All-new, Chevrolet-signature dual-cockpit interior that is more spacious, features premium materials and is engineered to be the quietest in the midsize segment

■First Chevrolet car to offer new Chevrolet MyLink connectivity, which integrates online services such as Pandora® Internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio®

■European-influenced ride and handling traits

■More safety features and technologies, including eight standard air bags, ultra-high-strength steel and rearview camera system.

Additional fuel-saving features include:

■Eco-specific lightweight components and systems, including an aluminum hood, aluminum rear bumper beam, low-mass carpet and dash mat and more, which save approximately 130 pounds (58 kg) over a comparably equipped non-ECO model

■An Eco gauge in the cluster that continuously responds to driving behavior, encouraging fuel-efficient driving. An Auto Stop Indicator on the tachometer informs the driver when the engine is in start-stop mode

■Seventeen-inch low-rolling-resistance all-season Goodyear tires

■The eAssist system mated to a fuel-efficient 2.4L Ecotec direct-injection four-cylinder engine and next-generation six-speed automatic transmission. The 2.4L engine, a variant of the same engine that was recognized as one of Ward's Ten Best Engines in 2010, is lightweight and features dual-overhead cams, direct injection, continuously variable intake and exhaust timing and electronic throttle control. It also has a lightweight aluminum cylinder block and cylinder head.

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A Look Back at Chevrolet Trucks

2011-11-28T08:03:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet captured the spirit of 20th Century America, with its “work hard, play hard” ethic. And perhaps no Chevrolet represents this spirit better than the Chevy truck.

Founded in Detroit on Nov. 3, 1911, Chevrolet produced only cars through 1917. The company added its first truck models in January 1918, and has built tens of millions since.

“From the beginning, Chevrolet has offered dependable, long-lasting trucks that help people make a living, enjoy life and get things done,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global marketing and strategy for Chevrolet. “These core values are represented today by our successful Silverado, Tahoe and Suburban models, and by our all-new global mid-size trucks, which build on Chevy’s strong truck DNA.”

Chevrolet has built an amazing variety of trucks for individual and commercial customers over the decades. Read the article here to see 10 noteworthy examples through the decades.

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Man Reunited With His 1965 Chevrolet Impala

2011-11-22T08:38:00.000-07:00

Thanksgiving week is a perfect time to share this feel-good story of a man's reunion with a beloved Chevrolet Impala. The reunion was documented by Chevrolet; see the video and full story here.

Herb Younger thought his cherished 1965 Impala SS was out of his life forever when he sold it in the 1980s to pay for his children’s education. Now his car is back with him, an emotional reunion captured on video for all to see.

Chevrolet, keeping with its theme of showcasing authentic moments, created a 60-second TV spot and long-form online version of the real-life homecoming.

Younger bought his Impala new in 1964 and amassed nearly a quarter century of family memories before selling it.

Two decades later, his sons decided to reunite their father with his Impala. After five years of tracking Vehicle Identification Number leads through several states, they finally located their dad’s Impala in Canada and purchased it over the telephone. The car was still in pristine condition.

“It’s not just a car. It’s all the memories and feelings,” said Jared Younger. “It brings all that back.”

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Chevrolet to Reveal 2013 Spark on Wednesday

2011-11-14T08:14:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The 2013 Chevrolet Spark mini car, to be revealed Wednesday, November 16th at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, is the only car in its segment to offer a seven-inch color touch screen radio capable of displaying smart phone-based navigation, media and contacts for hands-free calling.

A sporty four-passenger, five-door hatch updated for United States and Canadian consumers, Spark is designed to excite first-time buyers and city dwellers with its bold styling and colors, affordability, the safety of 10 standard air bags, fuel efficiency and maneuverability.

Though compact, Spark offers more passenger and cargo room than other mini cars such as the Fiat 500, Smartfortwo and the Scion iQ. Equipped with the 1.2L four-cylinder engine and five-speed manual transmission, Spark will offer competitive fuel economy.

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Chevrolet Traverse Offers Abundant Storage

2011-11-07T08:44:00.000-07:00

From Chevrolet.com:

In a family vehicle like the Chevrolet Traverse crossover, abundant storage can help keep the peace among young rear-seat passengers on long drives. General Motors designers and engineers used the latest 3D virtual reality technology and customer feedback to make it so.

GM Director of Design Quality Matthew Davis says the key lies in understanding where a customer wants certain features to be located. Customers were asked very early in the Traverse’s development about what they carry in their car and where they want to store it. A decade ago, customers wanted places to store CDs and Gameboys. ®, Today, the convenient storage of smartphones, MP3 players and electronic tablets is what matters.

With 116.4 cubic feet of storage, the Traverse offers the most cargo space in its segment along with seating for up to eight.

Customer feedback helped engineers develop an optional family-friendly second-row armrest which unfolds into a tray table while leaving ample storage space for rear-seat passengers.

Recognizing that drivers and passengers riding “shot gun” need a variety of things within arm’s reach, designers created the front center armrest to slide fore and aft, and multiple storage bins can be raised out of the way for unobstructed access to the covered storage bin within the center console.

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Chevrolet Looks to the Future

2011-10-31T13:36:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet is celebrating 100 years and they are looking to the future:

One hundred years ago, the first Chevrolet took to the roads in Detroit, beginning a journey ultimately leading to every corner of the planet. More than 209 million cars and trucks later, Chevrolet is one of the world’s largest car brands, selling vehicles in more than 140 countries.
“In 2010, Chevrolet sold a record 4.26 million cars and trucks globally, making it the fourth largest automotive brand in terms of worldwide sales,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global marketing and strategy for Chevrolet. “And the pace is accelerating—with 3.6 million Chevrolets sold globally during the first nine months of 2011—Chevrolet’s Centennial year is on track to be our best yet despite global economic uncertainty.”

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Halloween Celebration at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet

2011-10-24T13:46:00.000-06:00

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Chevrolet Spark Joins Line-up in 2012

2011-10-17T14:31:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet hopes to excite first-time buyers and city residents when the Spark mini car joins the brand’s small car family next year in the United States and Canada. The Spark is a five-door, four-passenger hatch that is on sale in Chevrolet markets around the world.

“For young, urban dwellers, the 2013 Chevrolet Spark can be their key to the city,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global Chevrolet marketing and strategy. “Spark’s vibrant exterior and interior colors make a statement, but it is a practical car, too. Affordable, maneuverable and very fuel-efficient, Spark will be easy to own and easy to drive.”

More details about the Spark, the smallest Chevrolet in the U.S. and Canadian lineups, will be unveiled next month at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. The first version of the Spark is being sold in Europe, Korea, India, Mexico, South America and Australia.

The Chevrolet Spark is 14 inches shorter than the recently launched Chevrolet Sonic. It’s three feet longer than the Smart Fortwo and four inches longer than the Fiat 500. In the United States and Canada, the Spark will be powered by a 1.2L four-cylinder engine that delivers 83 horsepower (61 kW). The standard transmission is a five-speed manual. An automatic transmission will be available.

The Spark will offer more interior room than other mini cars, and it will be the only car in the segment to provide standard benefits such as a five-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty and the safety and security of OnStar.

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Halloween at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet

2011-10-10T11:04:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet Sonic Uses Eco-Friendly Paint Process

2011-10-03T14:19:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

General Motors is the first automaker in the United States to use a unique water-based “three-wet” paint process. Fast becoming a global trend, the process eliminates the need for a primer bake oven, normally used between the primer and color-coating layers. The Orion Assembly Center allows three layers of paint to be applied one after another while still wet before a single trip though the oven.

This process reduces the paint shop footprint by 10 percent, providing additional floor space and reducing the energy needed to heat and cool these areas. This process also upholds the car’s glossy sheen, reflectiveness and durability expected to last years beyond the purchaser’s final car payment.

“Cutting our greenhouse gas emissions and reducing our energy consumption were key to implementing our water-based ‘three-wet’ paint process,” said Mauricio Pincheira, paint manager at Orion. “We want to provide a durable paint that impresses our first-time Sonic customers and maintain the tough environmental standards we have across the company.”

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First 2012 Camaro ZL1 Brings $250,000 for Charity

2011-09-27T08:41:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The first 2012 Camaro ZL1 offered to the public sold for $250,000 at the Barrett-Jackson auction in Las Vegas on Saturday evening.

The car was offered by Fairway Chevrolet-Buick-GMC in Las Vegas, with 100 percent of the auction proceeds benefitting the YMCA of Southern Nevada.

Rick Hendrick, owner of Hendrick Motorsports and chairman of Hendrick Automotive Group, placed the winning bid and is expected to take delivery of his new Camaro in the first quarter of 2012. His will be the only 2012 Camaro ZL1 coupe produced with a Carbon Flash Metallic exterior. It will be the 69th ZL1 produced at the Oshawa Assembly Plant, in tribute of the legendary 1969 Camaro ZL1, of which only 69 were produced.

“Our family has been involved with the YMCA for more than 25 years,” said Greg Heinrich, president of Fairway Chevrolet. “In that time, I have seen firsthand how the ‘Y’ helps young people, families, and seniors in our community. Today, the community’s dependence on the YMCA of Southern Nevada is greater than ever, with the Y sponsoring one out of four members.
Hendrick’s generosity will allow the YMCA of Southern Nevada to open its doors many more people who need a helping hand.

“Like the original, the 2012 Camaro ZL1 introduces a performance benchmark for the street and the track,” said Russ Clark, marketing director for Chevrolet performance cars. “Offering the 69th Camaro ZL1 at auction was a fitting tribute to the 1969 model, and a great way to benefit such a worthy cause as the YMCA.”

The 1969 is the most exclusive and elite Camaro in history. That year, “ZL1” was the code name for the 427-cubic-inch, all-aluminum big-block engine developed for Corvette race cars in the late 1960s, but found its way into 69 Camaros in 1969. The ’69 Camaro recently was voted the “best Chevy of all time” in an online contest.

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2013 Chevrolet Malibu Provides Segment's Best Ride

2011-09-26T14:30:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Segment-best ride and handling was a fundamental element for dynamic engineers as they calibrated the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu sedan for customers in 100 markets on six continents.

Benefiting from continuous refinement of an award-winning global architecture, the global development team matched the car’s resized proportions – including wider front and rear tracks – with more direct steering and advanced chassis control systems. Architecture refinements produced a Malibu with European-style precision and comfort tailored to North America’s diverse range of driving conditions.

“Our development team has been everywhere with the new Malibu, tuning the ride on rural back roads, suburban boulevards, urban freeways and just about every other type of road imaginable,” said Mark Moussa, global chief engineer. “The result is the most finely tuned Chevrolet mid-size sedan ever, with controlled dynamics in all driving conditions.”

A roster of integrated elements enable the dynamics of Malibu’s driving experience, including:

A solid body structure as stiff as any in the global mid-size sedan market, enabling more precise tuning and dynamic vehicle control
Proven and refined MacPherson strut front and four-link rear suspensions
Hydraulic ride bushings and isolated lower A-arms that enable a more quiet and refined ride
A premium, ZF rack-mounted electric power steering gear for smooth, precise responsiveness and greater on-center feel
Chassis control technologies include StabiliTrak electronic stability control, with full-function traction control, electronic brake force distribution, brake assist system, corner brake control, and hydraulic brake assist
Large, ventilated front disc and solid rear disc brakes, clamped on by dual-piston front and single-piston rear aluminum calipers, which are expected to deliver segment-best stopping distance.

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2013 Chevrolet Malibu to Receive Quieter Engine

2011-09-21T14:27:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The 2013 Chevrolet Malibu’s new 2.5L engine with direct injection is expected to be one of the quietest and most refined in the segment. It will be available in the new Malibu next summer.

The 2.5L development team reduced noise intensity by 40-percent of the Ecotec 2.4L engine, which was already a Ward’s 10 Best Engines award winner. It also passed subjective evaluations of what sounds good as the engine climbs through its rpm band. To Malibu’s passengers, that is expected to mean a quieter driving experience and a more refined sound as the engine revs to its 7,000-rpm peak.

The refinement and quietness of the 2.5L are impressive,” said Tom Slopsema, Noise and Vibration engineer. “No fastener, cover or internal engine part was left unexamined in our quest to make this an engine that surpasses the benchmarks in the industry.”

Specifically, the engine’s noise frequency signature was targeted, with the aim of pushing radiated noises into a higher frequency range well above 2,000 hertz, which is more pleasing to the ear – particularly in the high-load operating ranges where engine sound is the most intensive.

“Think of it as the difference between low-frequency, course noise, such as a vacuum cleaner, versus a higher frequency, precision noise, such as a sewing machine,” said Slopsema. “We focused on reducing the overall engine noise level and placing the remaining noise in a higher frequency range.”

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2012 Chevrolet Sonic is Arriving!

2011-09-13T09:29:00.000-06:00

The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic, one of Chevrolet's newest vehicles, is arriving at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet in Cheyenne! Contact us to find out more about this new vehicle which is available in either a hatch or sedan.

Chevrolet Logo History Mystery

2011-09-05T14:21:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Globally recognized today, the Chevrolet bowtie logo was introduced by company co-founder William C. Durant in late 1913. But how it came to be synonymous with the brand is open to wide interpretation.
Durant’s version of how the logo came into existence is well known. The long-accepted story, confirmed by Durant himself, was that it was inspired by the wallpaper design in a Parisian hotel.
According to The Chevrolet Story of 1961, an official company publication issued in celebration of Chevrolet's 50th anniversary:
“It originated in Durant's imagination when, as a world traveler in 1908, he saw the pattern marching off into infinity as a design on wallpaper in a French hotel. He tore off a piece of the wallpaper and kept it to show friends, with the thought that it would make a good nameplate for a car.”
However, conflicting accounts have emerged, each of which is plausible enough to deepen the mystery and suggest it may never be solved. Two of the alternate origins come from within the Durant family itself.
In 1929, Durant's daughter, Margery, published a book entitled, My Father. In it, she told how Durant sometimes doodled nameplate designs on pieces of paper at the dinner table. “I think it was between the soup and the fried chicken one night that he sketched out the design that is used on the Chevrolet car to this day,” she wrote.
More than half a century later, another Bowtie origin was recounted in a 1986 issue of Chevrolet Pro Management Magazine based on a 13-year-old interview with Durant's widow, Catherine. She recalled how she and her husband were on holiday in Hot Springs, Va., in 1912. While reading a newspaper in their hotel room, Durant spotted a design and exclaimed, “I think this would be a very good emblem for the Chevrolet.” Unfortunately, at the time, Mrs. Durant didn't clarify what the motif was or how it was used.
That nugget of information inspired Ken Kaufmann, historian and editor of The Chevrolet Review, to search out its validity. In a Nov. 12, 1911 edition of The Constitution newspaper, published in Atlanta, an advertisement appeared from by the Southern Compressed Coal Company for “Coalettes,” a refined fuel product for fires. The Coalettes logo, as published in the ad, had a slanted bowtie form, very similar to the shape that would soon become the Chevrolet icon. Did Durant and his wife see the same ad – or one similar – the following year a few states to the north? The date of the paper was just nine days after the incorporation of the Chevrolet Motor Co.
One other explanation attributes the design to a stylized version of the cross of the Swiss flag. Louis Chevrolet was born in Switzerland at La Chaux-de-Fonds, Canton of Neuchâtel, to French parents, on Christmas Day 1878.
Whichever origin is true, within a few years, the bowtie would emerge as the definitive Chevrolet logo. An October 2, 1913 edition of The Washington Post seems, so far, to be the earliest known example of the symbol being used to advertise the brand. “Look for this nameplate” the ad proclaims above the emblem. Customers the world over have been doing so ever since.
Many variations in coloring and detail of the Chevrolet bowtie have come and gone over the decades since its introduction in late 1913, but the essential shape has never changed. In 2004, Chevrolet began to phase in the gold bowtie that today serves as the brand identity for all of its cars and trucks marketed globally. The move reinforced the strength of what was already one of the most-recognized automotive emblems in the world. More than 4.25 million Chevrolets were sold in more than 120 countries and regions during 2010.

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Autonet Mobile Brings Mobile Office to 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

2011-08-29T08:53:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevy WiFi powered by Autonet Mobile delivers high-speed Internet service to the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado, transforming it into an on-demand mobile office for small-business owners, contractors and travelers.

Autonet is a dealer-installed system that provides full Internet access for multiple users inside and within a 150-foot radius of the truck, using a laptop, smartphone or other WiFi-enabled device. The suggested retail price is $399.

“We know business doesn’t stop when people are out of the office,” said Dan Tigges, product manager, full-size trucks and utility vehicles. “Autonet allows them to enhance productivity by seamlessly and conveniently continue doing business at the jobsite.”

Chevy WiFi provides workers with the access and ability to immediately connect with colleagues and customers online. For example, it can be used at a jobsite to access municipal Web sites for permit and building code information, as well as complete administrative tasks such as printing invoices from the vehicle. Additionally, by using WiFi on laptop computers, Web layouts and images are larger and more readable than they are on a hand-held device.

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100 Millionth Chevy Small Block to be Built

2011-08-23T08:04:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The 100-millionth Chevy Small Block engine will be produced in 2011, commemorating a defining chapter in Chevrolet’s 100-year history. Introduced in 1955, the “Chevy V-8” transformed the brand, and fueled American’s love of performance that continues today.

“The introduction of the Small Block changed everything,” said Jim Campbell, vice president, GM Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. “The Small Block was an instant success because it offered customers high performance and an affordable price, in a compact design that was very easy to modify. The Small Block also started a wave of innovation – and escalating performance – that transformed the cars Americans drove on the street and the track.”

Today, Chevrolet sells more four-cylinder engines than V-8s. But, descendents of the original Chevy small block still power Chevrolet’s most-capable production and racing vehicles. As per the original, the newer V-8s are physically small and light – and extremely efficient at turning fuel into horsepower.

“Without question, the current Chevrolet V-8s are lineal descendants of the 1955 small block,” said Sam Winegarden, GM executive director for Global Engine Engineering. “They retain the 90-degree V-configured eight-cylinder layout, overhead valve placement and characteristic pushrod valve train. Where they differ are the modern technologies that would have sounded like science fiction 50 years ago, such as all-aluminum blocks, titanium connecting rods, Active Fuel Management, and variable valve timing.”

On the track, the Small Block has made Chevrolet the most-winning name in NASCAR history, and it powered the Corvette Racing team to seven class wins at Le Mans between 2001 and 2011.

On the street, the modern Small Block powers Chevrolet’s full-size trucks, such as Silverado and Suburban, as well as performance cars including the Camaro and Corvette. These modern engines deliver levels of power, durability, and efficiency that were inconceivable 50 years ago. For example, the 6.2L Small Block in 2012 Corvette delivers 436 horsepower, up to 26 miles per gallon, and is backed by General Motors’ five-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

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Chevrolet Engineers Use Technology to Reduce Cabin Noise

2011-08-16T12:15:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

A room full of audiophiles may not agree on a single style of music, but most concur that ordinary MP3 player ear buds don’t have the technology to deliver concert-quality sound. Likewise, Chevrolet noise engineers threw out conventional tools to evaluate the interior sound quality of the all-new 2013 Malibu sedan.

In the intensely competitive midsize car segment, customers expect refined, quiet interiors. The challenge for engineers is that sound – like music – is very subjective, and people respond to it differently. “To tune the sound properties to appeal to the widest possible audience, we need to make sure everyone hears the same thing,” said Kara Gordon, Malibu’s lead acoustic engineer.

Gordon and her fellow engineers are using better sound reproduction in the lab to help make the 2013 Malibu sedan one of the most refined and quiet midsize sedans available when it launches early next year.

They are doing this by equipping pre-production Malibus with a mannequin-like recording device called an Aachen HEAD. Named for the headquarters of Head Acoustics GmbH in Aachen, Germany, the head is a digital recording tool that closely matches the way humans process sound with both their ears. The Aachen HEAD technology preserves the binaural attributes of the sound, regardless of whether it’s inside or outside of a moving vehicle.

The device mimics the head of an average-sized person and incorporates specially calibrated, highly accurate digital microphones in each ear position. The microphones use a precise, 24-bit recording resolution to enable dynamic range equal with human hearing.

The Aachen HEAD is typically belted into the passenger seat or rear seat farthest from the driver. The recordings are made as the test Malibus are driven on a variety of road surfaces at a range of speeds.

At General Motors’ “Jury Room” in Milford, Mich., groups of engineers listen to the Malibu’s interior noise recordings and rate them on several criteria.

The Jury Room is equipped with a high-fidelity audio playback system that features Stax SR-303 electrostatic ear speakers. Unlike those little white buds, the large, rectangular Stax units fit over the ear and feature a large, translucent electrostatic film for precise sound reproduction.
The stock ear buds that come with a digital music player can reproduce sounds from a low end of 20 Hz to a maximum of 20,000 Hz, but all audio devices experience distortion as they approach the limits of their range.

In contrast, the Stax ear speakers’ range goes from just 7 Hz all the way up to 41,000 Hz, well beyond the range of the human ear. However, that extra head room means the speakers are always closer to their sweet spot for the sounds we can hear. That means everyone evaluating the sounds of a Malibu or any other Chevrolet hears the same sounds, regardless of which set of ear speakers is used, giving the engineers more consistent feedback on sound quality.

“The typical acoustic memory of the human ear to discern subtle yet important differences is about 10 seconds – or about the time it takes to go from one vehicle to another. The Aachen HEAD, our Jury Room and high-tech headphones make it possible for us to give our Malibu customers the quietest, most pleasing interior sound quality possible,” said Gordon.

The new Malibu will feature components that prevent tire, wind and road noise from entering the cabin. Several components such as noise-reducing outside rear view mirrors, laminated side glass and noise-absorption pads are strategically placed to make the cabin quiet and improve the overall quality inside.

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1st Annual Tyrrell-Doyle Days This Saturday

2011-08-09T08:25:00.000-06:00

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Celebrating 100 Years of Chevrolet

2011-08-02T10:38:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet will celebrate the countdown to its 100th birthday on November 3 by encouraging its customers and fans to tell their Chevy stories, vote for their favorite Chevrolet cars and trucks, and take the birthday party to their communities with the help of Chevrolet and its dealers.

“Chevrolet has sold more than 200 million cars and trucks around the world, and Chevys have touched the lives of countless owners, families, and fans,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global Chevrolet marketing and strategy. “It is fitting that we mark our Centennial by recognizing these connections and celebrating Chevrolet’s role in peoples’ lives.”

In the United States, Chevrolet today kicks off the 100-day countdown to its 100th birthday with the launch of the Centennial Experience at Chevy100.com that will:

■Help fans to pick their favorite Chevrolet of all time from a list of 16 iconic vehicles, starting with the 1912 Chevrolet Six that helped launch the company, and concluding with the revolutionary 2011 Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle;

■Encourage fans to share stories and photos about the roles that Chevrolets have played in their lives via social media channels such as the Chevrolet Facebook page.

■Direct fans to Centennial activities in their communities via a Facebook calendar listing Chevrolet events;

■Share a vision for the future of Chevrolet.

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Join us for the 1st Annual Tyrrell-Doyle Days!

2011-07-27T13:09:00.002-06:00

Join us for the 1st Annual Tyrrell-Doyle Days-- Saturday, August 13 from 9 am - 4 pm.

--Fun for the whole family!
--Lots of great deals on inventory!
--Free hot dogs, soda, chips, snow cones, cotton candy, & popcorn (while supplies last)

Chevrolet Confirms Diesel Variant 2013 Cruze

2011-07-26T09:46:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet confirmed today it will add a diesel variant to the Cruze lineup in North America in calendar year 2013. Diesel versions of the Cruze are currently being sold in Europe. Additional details on the Cruze diesel for North American markets will be released at a later date.

The diesel will bolster the already fuel-efficient Cruze lineup. Cruze Eco with a standard six-speed manual transmission, is the most fuel-efficient gas-powered/non-hybrid vehicle in America, with an EPA-rated 42 mpg on the highway.

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Chevrolet Renews Baseball Sponsorship

2011-07-19T09:40:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet will be the sole automotive sponsor of Major League Baseball for the next five years, continuing its affiliation with America’s Pastime. The agreement was announced today before the 82nd annual All-Star Game in Phoenix.

The multi-year agreement maintains Chevrolet’s exclusive category rights, and Chevrolet will remain the presenting sponsor of three of baseball’s most prestigious awards, the Roberto Clemente Award – given annually to the MLB player who combines a dedication to giving back to the community with outstanding skills on the baseball field – as well as the Ted Williams All-Star Game Most Valuable Player Award and the World Series Most Valuable Player Award.

"I can remember when 'Baseball, Apple Pie, and Chevrolet' was the jingle for Chevy advertisements in the 1970s," said Kevin Mayer, director of advertising and promotions for Chevrolet, "but Chevrolet and baseball have shared a place in American culture for most of the past 100 years.”

Chevrolet is celebrating its centennial this year.

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2013 Chevrolet Malibu Uses Oscar for More Comfortable Seating

2011-07-12T09:12:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The name “Oscar” may bring to mind a grouch, an award statuette, a former championship boxer or maybe even a hot dog. But for Chevrolet, Oscar plays a key role in the engineering and interior design of the all-new 2013 Malibu.

Oscar is GM’s three-dimensional, mannequin-like simulation tool comfort engineers used early in the product development process of Malibu to determine the overall dimensional layout of the car’s interior. Before the interior was designed and engineered, Oscar first provided the key measurements Engineering and Design needed to create optimal interior space and comfort.

Technically known as a “Comfort Dimensioning System,” Oscar is assembled in 18 removable parts weighing up to 170 lbs., and is made of steel, plastic and aluminum.

In the mid-1940s, Northrop used a similar device named Oscar Eightball. The 185-lb. aviation dummy was used for ejection seat and other testing. GM patented a similar tool for optimal interior space and comfort testing. Later on, the name was shortened to Oscar to differentiate the automotive from the aviation anthropomorphic test dummy.

Oscar is mechanically hinged at the hip or "H" point, which simulates the actual pivot center of the human torso and thigh. Based on the “H Point,” engineers and interior designers determine the necessary headroom and the optimal back angle that should be offered. All this data directly influences positioning of the steering wheel, the pedals, rearview mirrors, instrument panel and other driving controls to ensure that the Malibu provides maximum room and comfort for a broad spectrum of customers.

When it comes to leg length measurement, Oscar can be assembled to represent an average (172-pound) adult male (50th percentile), scaled up to a 95th percentile male (270 pounds), or reduced to a 5th percentile (108-pound) female. A 95th percentile adult, for example, is larger than 95 percent of the population, while a 5th percentile adult is smaller than 95 percent of the population.

“Oscar represents our consumers,” said Malibu seat performance engineer Daniel Cohen. “We use Oscar much like a builder uses a level to make sure that the building foundation is even. Oscar gives us a solid baseline around which we design and build new vehicles, like the Malibu.”

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Chevrolet Cruze Technology Offers Fuel Savings While Slowing

2011-07-05T10:37:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet Cruze customers can rest easy knowing the engineers who developed their car packed a wide variety of advanced fuel-saving technologies under the hood.
One of those technologies is deceleration fuel cutoff (DFCO). While the vehicle is decelerating or slowing down, fuel is automatically shut off to the Cruze’s advanced Ecotec engine. When the driver accelerates, the fuel automatically begins flowing again and the vehicle accelerates as the driver commands. It’s a seamless process that the driver and passengers don’t notice.

The benefits: This technology increases fuel economy in the Cruze by up to 2 percent, depending on specific driving conditions and behavior. That means on a single tank of fuel, this technology contributes more than 17 miles of the overall range on the Cruze Eco model and more than 11 miles of range on the non-Eco Cruze models. It is an effective technology that helps keep money in a customer’s pocket when at the pump.

“The Cruze is packed with fuel-saving technologies,” said Kai Loos, the development systems manager for the Cruze’s 1.4-liter turbocharged engine. “These types of cost-effective technologies allow Chevrolet to offer customers a vehicle that achieves hybrid-like efficiency without the cost of the hybrid technology.”

How it works: DFCO is enabled when the driver’s foot is off the accelerator pedal and the vehicle is coasting. Through integration of engine and transmission controls, the engine speed is carefully controlled under these deceleration conditions. Fuel automatically begins flowing back to the engine when the driver accelerates or when the engine speed approaches idle conditions.

This technology is on Cruze models with both automatic and manual transmissions.

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Chevrolet Camaro Returns in Transformers

2011-06-27T09:30:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The Chevrolet Camaro returns as the Autobot “Bumblebee” in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, which opens exclusively in 3D Tuesday and worldwide Wednesday. To celebrate, Chevrolet will offer a 2012 Transformers Special Edition Camaro Coupe to Bumblebee fans in the United States, Canada, China, Japan, Europe, South America, and the Middle East.

“The Transformers franchise has helped introduce Camaro – and Chevrolet – to a whole new generation of fans,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “Its role in the films helped make the Camaro the best-selling sports car in America, and one of the best-known cars of any kind around the world.”

The fifth-generation Camaro previously played Bumblebee in the 2007 film Transformers and in the 2009 film Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. The films generated $1.5 billion in global box-office sales, and helped reintroduce the Camaro to consumers after a seven-year hiatus from dealerships.

That momentum is expected to accelerate early next year with the introduction of the 550-hp (405 kW) 2012 Camaro ZL1, as well as limited-edition models such as the Transformers Special Edition.

The 2012 Transformers Special Edition will be offered as a $3,000 package on 2LT and 2SS Camaro Coupes with Rally Yellow paint. In addition to the content offered in the popular RS appearance package, the Transformers edition will feature black rally stripes that stretch over the hood, roof, decklid and unique high-wing rear spoiler; 20-inch, black-painted wheels wrapped in high-performance summer tires; and Autobot Shield logos on the center caps and front quarter panels.

Inside, the Transformers Camaro has a black leather interior accented with yellow stitching on the instrument panel, center console, armrests and seats. Autobot Shield logos are embroidered on the front headrests, as well as the center console lid.

Two dealer-installed options are also available: exclusive, 21-inch, black-painted wheels and a black ground-effects package.

Customers may begin ordering the 2012 Transformers Special Edition Camaro in July, with vehicles arriving at dealers in the U.S. and Canada in September.

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2012 Chevrolet Cruze Features Improved Fuel Economy

2011-06-20T08:32:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

For 2012, Chevrolet Cruze models with the 1.4L turbo and six-speed automatic transmission will get 2 mpg better fuel economy. The Cruze Eco with an automatic transmission will deliver as much as 39 mpg on the highway compared with 37 mpg for the current model, Chevrolet said Wednesday.

The most popular 1.4L turbo/six-speed automatic will get 38 mpg compared with 36 mpg for the current model. A lower axle ratio for the 2012 models enables the approximately 5 percent increase in highway fuel efficiency for Cruze.

Cruze Eco with the standard six-speed manual transmission remains the most fuel-efficient gas-powered/non-hybrid vehicle in America, with an EPA-rated 42 mpg on the highway.

Also for 2012, a feature package containing Bluetooth phone connectivity, USB port, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel and a leather-wrapped shift knob will be standard on 1LT and Eco models. These features were part of the $525 Connectivity Plus Cruise option package on 2011 models. The option was ordered by 90 percent of American customers.

“Chevrolet is committed to responding to what customers want and making it easier for them,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “Adding these previously optional features streamlines the ordering process and answers the call of what our customers told us should be standard.”

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Order Your 2012 Chevrolet Volt Today!

2011-06-13T08:54:00.000-06:00

You can now order your 2012 Chevrolet Volt at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet in Cheyenne. Details on the 2012 Volt include:

For 2012, consumers will be able to choose from a total of seven option packages compared with only three for the 2011 model.

“We are giving consumers greater choice of content as the Volt becomes available nationwide by the end of this year,” said Cristi Landy, Volt marketing director. “This gives us the opportunity to be more flexible in our pricing and still provide additional high-tech content to customers who want to purchase it.”

The Volt will be available in two additional interior accents (white and spiced red) and two new exterior colors (Summit White and Blue Topaz Metallic).

New features for 2012 include:

■Standard keyless access with passive locking; the car automatically locks and unlocks with the key fob in close proximity of vehicle

■OnStar Turn by Turn navigation standard for three years, and available in-dash navigation system

■Chevrolet MyLink including Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones (late availability)

■Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback and 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen display

■Available 17-inch sport alloy wheels with black inserts (late availability).

Chevrolet will continue to offer an eight-year/100,000-mile* limited warranty on the Volt’s 16-kWh lithium-ion battery, plus:

■Three-year/36,000-mile* bumper-to-bumper coverage

■Five-year/100,000-mile* roadside assistance and courtesy transportation

■Five-year/100,000-mile* limited gas engine coverage

■Six-year/100,000-mile* corrosion protection coverage

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2011 Chevrolet Volt Earns 5-Star Safety Rating

2011-06-06T07:38:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt is the first electric vehicle to earn a five-star overall vehicle score for safety as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program.

“Safety is a key consideration for all buyers no matter how a car is powered – gas, or in the case of the Volt, electricity,” said Doug Parks, Volt global vehicle line executive.

The Volt also has been named a 2011 Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

For the first 35 miles, the Volt can drive gas- and tailpipe emissions-free using a full charge of electricity stored in its 16-kWh lithium-ion battery. When the Volt’s battery runs low, a gas-powered engine/generator seamlessly operates to extend the driving range another 344 miles on a full tank for a total driving range of 379 miles.

Safety features on the Volt include:

■GM’s StabiliTrak electronic stability control system

■Front-, side- , knee- air bags as well as roof-mounted head-curtain air bags that help protect occupants in a side or rollover crash

■Optional rearview camera system featuring a display integrated into the navigation system screen

■Five-year subscription to OnStar’s Directions and Connections Plan including Automatic Crash Response, stolen vehicle assistance and connected navigation

Starting with 2011 models, NHTSA introduced tougher tests and more rigorous requirements for its five-star safety ratings program that provide more comprehensive information about safety performance and crash-avoidance technologies. Changes include a new side pole test simulating a 20-mph side-impact crash into a 10-inch-diameter pole or tree at a 75-degree angle just behind the A-pillar on the driver’s side.

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Chevrolet Volt Owners Recharging With Sunshine

2011-06-01T19:25:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Mark Hildebrandt developed an interest in clean energy in the 1970s. Over the years, it became his vocation – he owns a company that installs solar panels – so it’s only natural that he counts on the sun to create the electricity to charge his Chevrolet Volt.

"I made the switch to renewable energy a while ago, and thus with solar energy, I can power my house, charge my Volt and pump energy back into the grid, which I get credit for," said Hildebrandt, owner of Sunventrix in Saline, Mich., and one of the first Volt purchasers in the state.

"As more Volts are sold, I believe the demand for solar charging stations will increase," he said. "I have spoken to a handful of Volt owners in Michigan that are really interested in charging their Volts from solar energy."

Hildebrandt isn’t alone in harnessing the sun for battery power. ZD Wines' winemaster and CEO, Robert deLeuze, has run his Napa, Calif.-based winery exclusively on solar power since 2007, and today you can often find deLeuza’s Volt among the grape vines charging from the winery’s photovoltaic system.

“Solar power generation makes sense, and I think the Volt will help generate more interest in home installations” said deLeuze. “ZD Wines has had a solar power station for the past three years and purchasing my Volt was a driving factor in installing a solar photovoltaic system at my house.”

According to OnStar data, many Volts are going up to 1,000 miles between gasoline fill-ups.

“The majority of miles driven by Volt customers are powered electrically by the Volt’s battery,” said Cristi Landy, Volt marketing director.

The Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant, home of the Volt, is already using sunlight to charge Volts before they are loaded for transport to dealerships. The plant has a 20kW Solar Carport that houses 10 Volt charging stations. Additional charging stations are planned for other locations around the plant.

The Volt’s extended-range capability offers a total driving range of up to 379 miles, based on EPA estimates. For the first 35 miles, the Volt can drive gas- and tailpipe emissions-free using a full charge of electricity stored in its 16-kWh lithium-ion battery. When the Volt’s battery runs low, a gas-powered engine/generator seamlessly operates to extend the driving range another 344 miles on a full tank.

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Chevy Cruze Offers Flat Tire Alternative

2011-05-24T14:42:00.000-06:00

From Chevrolet.com:

Changing a flat tire on the side of a busy freeway can be a dirty and dangerous job. The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze offers a safer option: an on-board tire inflator kit that also helps improve fuel efficiency by shedding 26 pounds of spare tire and jacking hardware.

The inflator kit is among 42 changes to the Cruze Eco that help it to an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway, the best highway mileage of any non-hybrid, gasoline-fueled, compact available in the U.S. market.

“Getting rid of something as important as the spare tire wasn’t a decision we made lightly,” said Terry Connolly, GM director of Tire and Wheel Systems. “The universal implementation of tire pressure monitoring systems over the past five years has significantly reduced the likelihood that a flat tire will leave you stranded by the side of the road.”

A Tire Pressure Monitoring System provides a warning on the instrument cluster allowing a driver to act before tire damage occurs. The trunk-mounted inflator can be plugged into the 12-volt accessory socket inside the car and be used to re-pressurize the tire with no additional equipment. If the tire has been punctured by a screw, nail or other object, the inflator can inject a sealant capable of plugging holes of up one-quarter-inch in diameter in the tread area.

The process takes just minutes with much less risk than a tire change. Reinflated tires should always be inspected at a repair facility as soon as possible after the car gets get back on the road.

If a tire is too severely damaged to be repaired with the inflator kit, drivers can press the blue OnStar button on the rearview mirror to request emergency roadside assistance. Cruze and all new Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac models are equipped with the embedded OnStar telematics system that can provide roadside assistance, automatic crash response, turn-by-turn directions and other safety and security features.

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2012 Chevy Camaro to Offer More Power, Better Fuel Economy

2011-05-16T09:42:00.000-06:00

From chevrolet.com:

In auto production, more power, better fuel economy and fewer emissions rarely appear together. But the 2012 Camaro 3.6L direct injection V6 engine achieves all three by combining the exhaust manifold with the cylinder head into a single aluminum casting.

Each integrated exhaust manifold cylinder head – a V6 has two -- replaces a cast iron exhaust manifold, six bolts, a gasket and a heat shield and three bolts. By eliminating this joint, the potential for a gasket failure is eliminated. And the change reduces engine weight by 13 lbs. or 6 kg per engine. Reducing mass helps improve fuel economy and the 2012 Camaro 2LS model is EPA estimated at 30 mpg highway.

“Reducing engine mass of this magnitude doesn’t happen often,” said Ameer Haider, GM assistant chief engineer for V6 engines. “Engineering usually looks for reduction in terms of grams not pounds. It’s just like removing a set of golf clubs from your car when you don’t need them – ultimately it saves fuel. When combined with other mass reductions, the customer will see better fuel economy over time with better performance.”

Extensive simulation and bench testing was performed to perfect cylinder-head airflow. Intake airflow is improved 7 percent with the use of larger intake valves (38.3 mm v. 36.9 mm), which are primarily responsible for an increase of 11 horsepower. Exhaust flow is 10 percent better than the previous V6.

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Advanced Tires Increase Fuel Efficiency for Chevrolet Cruze Eco

2011-05-09T07:59:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet's engineers helped boost the Cruze Eco's fuel efficiency with the development of advanced tires:

GM tire development engineer Chuck Lantz and his team worked with tire manufacturers to produce an industry benchmark tire that boosts fuel efficiency by three miles per gallon on the Chevy Cruze Eco. That’s about 38 extra miles on a tank of fuel and a savings of about $112 per year for the average driver.

“This tire is way beyond anything in its category,” said Lantz. The Cruze Eco tires make use of special polymers built into the tread compound to reduce rolling resistance, which means less energy is required to keep the tire moving.

So what makes the tire unique? Typically, improving one facet of tire performance like rolling resistance requires sacrifices in other areas like traction in snow and stopping distance. Not so with the leading-edge Cruze Eco tires.

“Thanks to the high-tech polymers we used, we were able to create a high-MPG set of tires without making tradeoffs in other important areas like tire-braking traction and all-weather handling,” said Lantz. “As far as the ride goes, these tires are as smooth as any tire on the road today.”

The tires represent one of many fuel-saving technologies that help the Cruze Eco average 42 miles per gallon on the highway. With a starting suggested price of $19,175, Cruze Eco offers hybrid-like fuel economy without the premium price tag. Other innovations that make the Cruze an MPG standout include an air shutter system that morphs the aerodynamic profile of the vehicle to optimize fuel efficiency and energy-efficient rack-mounted electric power steering.

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Chevrolet Trucks to Assist With Tornado Recovery

2011-05-03T10:48:00.000-06:00

From chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet is donating a dozen Silverado full-size crew cab pickups to United Ways in Alabama to help with recovery and reconstruction work following a series of deadly tornadoes that struck the region April 27.

The 12 donated pickup trucks, along with a GMC Savana full-size van, were due to arrive today at Tuscaloosa Chevrolet. From there they will be distributed to United Ways in western and central Alabama for use in local relief efforts.

The donations of the trucks came as people from throughout GM reached out to those hit hard by last week’s storms. GM volunteers from the southeast region are gathering in communities where the need is critical to acquire and distribute relief supplies such as tarps, flashlights and batteries.

Also today, the General Motors Foundation announced that it is providing a $100,000 grant to the American Red Cross to help disaster relief efforts in the southeastern states. GM is also encouraging employees to personally support these efforts through a donation link on GM’s internal website.

GM’s OnStar is providing Crisis Assist Services for subscribers in affected states, which provides free hands-free calling minutes and directions. OnStar’s Directions and Connections service is being provided for six months along with 1,000 hands-free calling minutes for each of the donated trucks.

The total Chevrolet, GM Foundation, and OnStar contribution is estimated to exceed $500,000.

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Chevrolet Volt Owners Stretching Number of Gas-Free Days

2011-04-25T10:19:00.001-06:00

From chevrolet.com:

Chevrolet Volt owners made fewer trips to the gas station in March, going an average of 30 days – or nearly a month – between fill-ups. In fact, some Volt owners say they are challenging themselves to see how fuel-efficient they can be by tracking how far and how long they can go without buying gasoline.

“Volt owners drove an average of 800 miles between fill-ups since the Volt launched in December, and in March they averaged 1,000 miles,” said Cristi Landy, Volt marketing director. “When the majority of miles driven are electrically, gas usage decreases significantly.”

“I am surprised how infrequently I go to the gas station. It’s become a game to achieve as many miles as I can in EV mode,” said Steve Wojtanek, a Volt buyer in Boca Raton, Fla. “I have made it my goal to drive as efficiently as possible and I am seeing the results, with more than 3,417 miles under my belt – of which 2,225 are EV miles.” A Volt owner since December, Wojtanek is averaging 122 miles per gallon and visiting the gas station about once a month.

“On April 11, I had to buy gas for the first time since filling up on Jan. 9,” said Volt owner Gary Davis of Greenville, S.C. “In my Volt I’ve driven 4,600 miles on 8.4 gallons of gas. That’s an impressive 547 mpg that I am achieving with my Volt.”

“Today in the U.S., 80 percent of drivers commute fewer than 40 miles a day, making the Chevy Volt a great daily driver,” said Landy. “We’re hearing from customers like Steve Wojtanek and Gary Davis, who are seeing great daily results.”

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All-New 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Debuts

2011-04-20T09:04:00.000-06:00

The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu has debuted as Chevrolet's first mid-size sedan, presenting a variety of attractive features:

■All-new exterior designed to stand out around the world

■All-new, dual-cockpit interior with more room, more quietness, more premium materials and content, and greater craftsmanship

■All-new, fuel-efficient, 2.5L four-cylinder Ecotec engine with next-generation six-speed automatic powertrain

■All-new ride and handling package engineered for best-in-class performance

■All-new, aerodynamically efficient shape and active shutter system save fuel and reduce wind noise

■All-new Chevrolet MyLink in-car infotainment system integrates online services like Pandora® Internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio®

■New radio face that articulates up and down revealing a six-inch-deep hidden storage compartment, a first for a U.S. midsize sedan

■New safety features including 10 air bags, lane departure/forward collision warning system and a rearview camera system

■On sale in the U.S. in 2012

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Chevrolet Volt Wins 2011 Edison Award

2011-04-11T08:51:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt was recently honored with a 2011 Edison Awards Gold Award:

“Being selected as an Edison Award winner validates our drive to develop an all-new transportation solution,” said Tony Posawatz, Chevrolet Volt Vehicle Line Director. “Innovation has been at the heart of the Volt from its onset; from the development of the Li-ion battery to the drive unit and the driver connectivity.”

At the same ceremony Tuesday evening in New York City, the OnStar Mobile App won the silver award as the 2011 Best New Product in the Transportation in the Remote Driving Aids Segment. In the Volt, the app allows users to control vehicle charging functions and view charge level, electricity rate tables and electric vehicle data along with other features.

The OnStar Mobile App allows users to access current vehicle diagnostics, such as fuel levels, oil life, tire pressure, miles per gallon or next scheduled maintenance. It also lets users control certain vehicle functions, such as remotely starting the vehicle, locking and unlocking the doors, and sounding the horn and lights.

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Chevrolet Silverado HD to HD Testing Video

2011-04-04T10:02:00.000-06:00

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OnStar Wins Award for Customer Service

2011-03-28T10:24:00.000-06:00

OnStar was recently honored at the 2011 Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service:

When people call a company’s customer support line, the response is typically an automated recording. At OnStar, a human advisor is mere seconds away with the simple push of a button.

OnStar’s industry-leading customer service was recently honored at the 2011 Stevie Awards for Sales and Customer Service, where OnStar was recognized for Customer Service Department of the Year in the Telecommunications category. The Stevie Awards were created to honor and generate public recognition of the achievements and positive contributions of organizations and working people worldwide.

“Our exceptional advisors and dedicated call center staff are a critical element that separate OnStar from our competitors and we’re proud to see them recognized,” said Terry Inch, director, subscriber services.” Our advisors are expertly trained specialists who are prepared to assist drivers in the most extreme situations.”

OnStar advisors are available 24 hours per day, seven days a week, 365 days a year and respond to more than 100,000 customer requests daily. Advisors deliver over 2 million turn-by-turn routes monthly, OnStar’s most requested service.

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Chevy Volt Drivers Tell Their Fuel Economy Stories

2011-03-21T10:21:00.000-06:00

Three Chevy Volt owners shared their fuel economy stories on the Chevrolet website:

Three Volts. Three distinct fuel economy stories. Unlike most cars, where mileage differences vary slightly from driver to driver, the Volt defies conventional MPG measures because it runs approximately 35 miles on a single charge of electricity to its 16 kWh battery, and then can travel another 344 miles on an onboard gasoline-powered electric generator that seamlessly kicks in when the battery is drained.

By recharging their Volt regularly, owners are easily surpassing the 93 miles per gallon equivalence, or MPGe, on full electric operation and an overall 60 MPGe composite fuel economy during extended-range operation. The EPA ratings make the Volt the most energy efficient compact car on the market today.

“I really believe that over the long-term we have to have technology that is going to get us off fossil fuels and the Volt does that – I have the option of never buying gas again,” McCarver said.

Said Volt marketing director Cristi Landy: “The Volt is great for any lifestyle and can handle the driving demands of daily life. The majority of Volt customers are finding that by recharging their cars daily they are seeing exceptional real-world fuel economy. ”

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What is So Special About the Chevy Volt Gas Tank?

2011-03-15T10:07:00.000-06:00

The Chevy Volt offers a special pressure-sealed gas tank:

For the last several decades, new vehicles have been equipped with charcoal canisters to trap evaporating gasoline and then feed it back to the engine. Since the Volt’s engine may not fire up for extended periods, hydrocarbons potentially could build up in the canister, so the sealed tank contains the vapor. The extra pressure meant that a lightweight steel tank had to replace the lightweight plastic tanks used in most modern vehicles.

Volt engineers and supplier Spectra Premium Inc. developed the tank from 1.4 millimeter thick hot-dip tin-zinc coated steel to resist corrosion from both inside and outside. Despite the strength of the tank, it has a mechanical pressure relief valve that begins opening at 3.5 psi and a vacuum relief that opens at -2.3 psi, levels that are rarely exceeded.

Even with a tank that resists fuel vapors escaping or humidity getting in, the gas inside still needs to be used up and replenished periodically. That’s where the Volt’s “maintenance mode” comes in. If the engine hasn’t started after six weeks, the powertrain controller sends a message to the driver telling him the engine needs to run for maintenance.

Volt drivers can defer the engine maintenance mode for up to 24 hours, after which the engine will run for a while on its own to use up some of the gas and keep the internals lubricated and ready for use. If a driver manages to go a full year between fill-ups, the fuel maintenance mode will run the engine until the old gas is used up or the driver adds fresh fuel.

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More Info About the Chevrolet Volt Battery

2011-03-08T14:28:00.000-07:00

Engineers of the four-seat Chevrolet Volt electric car often refer to its 435-pound battery pack as the fifth passenger. Given the care taken to keep the pack at just the right temperature in all temperature conditions, there is a lot of truth to that.
The Volt’s ability to operate gasoline-free on a day-to-day basis and carry an eight-year/100,000-mile battery warranty is due to active thermal management of the advanced lithium ion battery pack.
“Every battery has a temperature sweet spot where it provides the optimal blend of power output, energy capacity and long life and we keep the Volt right on that target,” said Bill Wallace, General Motors director of Global Battery Systems. Batteries that are too cold are reluctant to release electrons while batteries that run too hot can see a significantly shorter life.
The Volt’s T-shaped battery pack consists of 288 individual cells arranged into nine modules. Plastic frames hold pairs of lithium-ion cells that sandwich an aluminum cooling fin. The design and construction of that aluminum plate is critical to ensuring an even temperature distribution with no hot or cool spots across the flat, rectangular cell. The battery pack has its own cooling circuit that is similar to, but independent from, the engine cooling system.

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Chevrolet Suburban and Traverse Named Top 10 Family Cars

2011-02-28T09:24:00.002-07:00

The Chevrolet Suburban and Chevrolet Traverse have both made Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com's list of top family cars:

Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com has named the Chevrolet Suburban and Traverse two of their Top 10 Family Cars for 2011. To compile their list, kbb.com editors examined family-friendly considerations such as safety, comfort, economy of operation, child-friendliness, purchase price and resale value.

In naming the Chevrolet Traverse a top family car,editors wrote:

“No stranger to this list, the Chevy Traverse remains among the most family-friendly vehicles on the market. Practical features like seating for up to eight passengers, abundant cargo space, impressive fuel economy and a five-star overall crash rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) appeal to our pragmatic side, while the 2011 Chevy Traverse's attractive exterior styling and surprisingly nimble handling help win over our emotions.”

In naming the Chevrolet Suburban a top family car, editors wrote:

“In addition to seating for up to nine passengers, the ability to tow up to 9,600 pounds and a whopping 45.8 cubic feet of cargo space – behind the third row! – the 2011 Chevy Suburban returns better-than-Expedition fuel economy of 15 city and 21 highway miles per gallon. Add to this people- and cargo-moving mix a pleasant ride and all manner of creature comforts, and it's easy to see why the Suburban made our list of Top 10 Family Cars again this year.”

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Chevrolet MyLink Brings Smartphone Capabilities to the Vehicle

2011-02-22T07:46:00.002-07:00

Chevrolet's new MyLink will bring Smartphone capabilities to the Chevrolet Equinox and Chevrolet Volt starting in the fall:

Consumers who seek a higher level of in-vehicle wireless connectivity and customized infotainment options, plus the unmatched safety and security of OnStar need look no further than the 2012 Chevy Volt and Equinox.

When these vehicles go on sale later this year, they will be the first to offer Chevy MyLink – an in-car infotainment package that builds on the safety and security of OnStar and seamlessly integrates online services like Pandora® internet radio and Stitcher SmartRadio® using hands-free voice and touch-screen controls via Bluetooth device connectivity.

“There is a new generation of car buyers who don’t want to settle for mass market radio,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet Marketing. “They want to create their own individual stations and have access to them wherever they are. Chevrolet vehicles have offered customers the ability to use portable media devices since 2006 and the introduction of MyLink takes media personalization to a new level. ”

MyLink adds stereo audio streaming and wireless control of smartphones, building on the voice-activated Bluetooth hands-free calling capability already offered in most Chevy vehicles. MyLink also includes a seven-inch, high-resolution, full-color touch screen display that makes media selection easy to navigate.

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Introducing the Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

2011-02-15T09:43:00.001-07:00

Chevrolet presented the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 at the recent Chicago Auto Show:

■LSA 6.2L supercharged engine will produce an estimated 550 horsepower (410 kW) and is matched with a six-speed manual transmission with a dual-disc clutch system

■Packed with performance technologies, highlighted by Magnetic Ride Control, and advanced materials – including a vented carbon fiber hood insert. Extensive aerodynamic development designed for high-performance driving

■Development ongoing, targeting launch at the beginning of 2012

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 debuted today at the Chicago Auto Show. It is the highest-performing Camaro and the most technically advanced car ever developed in its class. The new ZL1 continues the momentum of Camaro, propelling it into an entirely new realm of leading-edge performance technology. It is planned to launch at the beginning of 2012.

Motivated by a supercharged V-8 engine producing an estimated 550 horsepower (410 kW), the Camaro ZL1 will be the fastest Camaro ever offered by Chevrolet. And more than just power, the ZL1 features technologically advanced and highly developed chassis and suspension systems that help it deliver balanced, track-ready handling and braking power to complement its high engine output. Rigorous development of the ZL1 is ongoing, and official estimates of the car’s capabilities will be released later in 2011, as testing nears completion.

“Camaro ZL1 is about high-tech performance and design, and is a type of car no one has ever brought to this segment previously,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “It’s the most technically advanced Camaro ever, so we’ve chosen a name from the most elite and exclusive Camaro in history.”

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Chevrolet Launches Certified Services

2011-02-07T08:20:00.000-07:00

Certified Service, a new approach to help make customers so satisfied with service at the dealership that they won’t want to take their vehicle anywhere else, is now available at all U.S. Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac dealerships.

“The purchase of a vehicle is only a portion of the customer’s full experience with their vehicle, which they will drive for several years,” said Steve Hill, GM North American vice president, Customer Care and Aftersales. “For GM to fulfill its vision to design, build and sell the world’s best vehicles, we must provide a truly exceptional ownership experience from the first day of ownership until they buy their next vehicle from us. Our customers expect and deserve this.”

Certified Service elements include a new service look and feel, national retail programs offering competitively priced, convenient service performed by trained experts who best know these vehicles, and a new focus on the total vehicle ownership experience.

“Certified Service brings together many of the necessary elements for creating positive, long-lasting relationships with our customers,” Hill said. “It’s more than a name change - it’s a commitment from the highest levels of this company to provide superior treatment, convenience and value during every service visit.

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Chevrolet Begins Production on 2011 Camaro Convertible

2011-01-31T15:16:00.000-07:00

The much-awaited 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible started regular production today:

Rick Hendrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. today visited Oshawa Assembly Plant to mark the start of regular production for the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible, which will arrive at U.S. dealerships beginning in February.
Hendrick, a Camaro enthusiast who purchased the first 2010 Camaro coupe offered for sale, has now also purchased the first Camaro Convertible available to the public. In both cases, Rick Hendrick acquired the purchase rights through Barrett-Jackson auctions, with all proceeds benefitting charitable causes.
“I grew up loving the Chevrolet brand, and I’ve never raced anything else,” Hendrick said. “As a Chevy enthusiast, it’s been exciting to see the Camaro return as such a world-class, high-performance car. The folks in Oshawa make some of the best products on the road, so the opportunity to meet them and thank them for what they do is a real privilege.”

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Super Bowl MVP to Receive Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

2011-01-25T09:46:00.000-07:00

The MVP of this year's Super Bowl will receive a much-awaited 2011 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible:

The Most Valuable Player of Super Bowl XLV between the Green Bay Packers and Pittsburgh Steelers on February 6 will receive a 2011 Camaro Convertible, Chevrolet announced today.
A media panel and fan vote on www.superbowl.com will determine the MVP Award winner, announced during the Super Bowl XLV Postgame Show on Fox, presented by Chevrolet.
“The new Camaro Convertible arrives in dealerships in February and will be a fitting reward for the MVP,” said Rick Scheidt, US vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “It’s a great opportunity for Chevy to have Camaro play a role on one of the world’s biggest stages, the Super Bowl.”

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Chevrolet Presents the 2012 Sonic

2011-01-17T09:17:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet presented the 2012 Chevrolet Sonic at the North American International Auto Show, describing it as an efficient, fun-to-drive small car:

■Small car with aggressive, youthful design in five-door and sedan models

■Available Ecotec 1.4L turbo with an estimated 138 hp (103 kW)

■Engineered for agile, athletic ride and handling

■Smart connectivity features including MyChevrolet smart phone app

■Only small car built in America

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Chevrolet Volt Wins 2011 North American Car of the Year

2011-01-10T10:22:00.000-07:00

The Chevrolet Volt has added 2011 North American Car of the Year to its many awards:

The North American Car of the Year is selected by a jury of 49 automotive journalists from Canada and the United States, representing newspapers, magazines, websites, television and radio shows.

The North American Car of the Year is the latest in a series of major awards presented to the Volt, which previously was named:

Motor Trend 2011 Car of the Year
Green Car Journal 2011 Green Car of the Year
Car and Driver 10Best for 2011
Ward’s AutoWorld 10 Best Engines for 2011
AUTOMOBILE Magazine 2011 Automobile of the Year
2010 Breakthrough Technology, by Popular Mechanics

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick

2011-01-03T08:27:00.000-07:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has received a 5-star safety rating from the NHTSA, plus is now a IIHS Top Safety Pick:

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze received the highest possible ratings of “Good” in front, side, rear and rollover crash protection tests by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, which recognized Cruze as a 2011 Top Safety Pick.
“The new Cruze was clearly engineered from the ground up to meet the highest standards in safety performance,” said IIHS President Adrian Lund. “The Top Safety Pick award means that buyers of the Cruze will know they’re getting state-of-the-art protection in the most common kinds of crashes.”
The 2011 Cruze offers more standard safety features than any vehicle in its class and represents Chevrolet’s commitment to continuous safety – before, during and after a crash. Standard features include StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control with Traction Control, anti-lock brakes, Panic Brake Assist and Enhanced Smart Pedal/Brake Override.
The Cruze is the first car in its class with 10 standard air bags, including dual-stage frontal air bags, seat-mounted side-impact air bags and head curtain side air bags in the front and outboard rear seating positions and front knee air bags – a first for the segment. OnStar’s standard safety and security package is included.

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Earns NHTSA's 5-Star Rating

2010-12-27T09:05:00.000-07:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has earned the NHTSA's 5-Star Overall Safety Rating:

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze earned five-star crash test ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), further building on the vehicle’s safety record in markets around the world.
The Cruze was tested under NHTSA’s revised New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) implemented this fall for the 2011 model year. The rating is based on more rigorous frontal and side crash tests in addition to rollover resistance testing. Under the new system, the three test conditions are combined mathematically into an “Overall Vehicle Score.”
The Cruze is the first vehicle tested under the new rating system to achieve five stars in each of the individual crash impact conditions, leading to an overall vehicle score of five stars – the highest rating possible.

“Cruze has achieved five-star crash safety scores everywhere it is rated in the world. This is the direct result of our global engineering team’s focused effort,” said Jeff Boyer, General Motors’ executive director of vehicle safety. “These safety ratings reflect the confidence we have in Cruze’s state-of-the-art safety technologies and overall crashworthiness.”

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OnStar to Report on Santa

2010-12-20T09:11:00.000-07:00

Those with OnStar equipped vehicles will have a fun way to track Santa this year:

On Christmas Eve, OnStar advisors will be prepared to give subscribers specific location-based updates on Santa Claus’ journey around the world based on data received in partnership with the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).

Beginning at 6 a.m. EST on Christmas Eve, OnStar subscribers can press the blue OnStar button in their vehicles to request a “Santa Update.” OnStar advisors will share Santa’s whereabouts through 5 a.m. EST Christmas morning.

“It’s great to provide our customers with a fun, highly informative benefit during the holidays,” said Scott Kubicki, executive director, OnStar Sales, Services and Marketing. “Our advisors also enjoy hearing children’s surprise and joy when they learn that St. Nick is only hours away from their home.”

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Chevrolet Silverado HD Named Motor Trend Truck of the Year

2010-12-13T09:42:00.000-07:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD has been honored with the title of 2011 Motor Trend Truck of the Year:

“On the outside the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD appears to have been given a subtle makeover, but it’s what’s under the skin that makes this truck a winner,” said Motor Trend Editor-in-Chief Angus MacKenzie. “Chevy engineers focused on three key areas – powertrain, frame, and suspension – to deliver a truck with significantly improved capability and more refinement.”

The new 2011 Silverado HD built in Flint, Mich., and Fort Wayne, Ind., was introduced this summer, featuring new frame and suspension designs, and a more powerful Duramax diesel engine with 397 horsepower, 765 lb.-ft. of torque, and 11 percent better fuel-economy. As a result, the 2011 Silverado HD is capable of towing up to 21,700 pounds, or carrying 6,635 pounds of payload. The new Silverado HD also offers available confidence- and control-related features specifically for towing including electronic trailer sway control, hill start assist and smart exhaust brake system.

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GM Receives Award for Environmental Excellence

2010-12-06T11:11:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet's parent company, GM, recently received an award for their commitment to environmental concerns:

General Motors received an Energy and Environmental Excellence Award from Hart Energy Publishing, recognizing the company’s progress toward the sustainable use of global natural resources and reducing its environmental footprint.

The award was presented Thursday at the “Meeting the Clean Fuels Challenge” conference in Houston.

“We work hard to reduce our environmental impact throughout all of our business practices from sustainable facilities and greener vehicles to recycling and reusing materials,” said Mike Robinson, vice president of Environment, Energy and Safety policy at GM.

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2011 Chevrolet Volt Gets New Fuel Economy Label

2010-11-29T07:54:00.000-07:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt's unique drive system means it will display a new style of fuel economy label when it reaches showrooms in the next couple of weeks:

With its ability to operate completely gasoline- and emissions-free for 25 to 50 miles and then continue indefinitely with its range- extending engine, the Volt’s energy efficiency depends on how you use it.

Because the Volt works like no other car before it, General Motors and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency collaborated to design a new label to help consumers understand what to expect when they drive the Volt. Before plug-in cars like the Volt, calculating fuel economy was simply a matter of filling the tank with fuel, driving the vehicle and dividing the distance by the amount of fuel consumed.

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Chevrolet Commits to Clean Energy Projects

2010-11-22T09:08:00.000-07:00

Chevrolet has reinforced its commitment to clean energy by announcing their plan to invest in clean energy projects across the country:

Chevrolet announced today that it will invest $40 million in various clean energy projects throughout America with a goal to reduce 8 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions. The initiative is based on projects that promote energy savings, renewable energy, responsible use of natural resources and conservation in communities across the United States

Chevrolet’s clean energy investments to be implemented in the next three to five years may include projects such as:

Providing energy efficient technology such as smart energy sensors and solar panels to schools and other community-based facilities in need of upgrades to decrease carbon dioxide emissions and reduce heating bills.

Supporting wind farms and solar projects that deliver renewable energy to the grid and also help family farms increase their revenues per acre.

Capturing flammable methane from community landfills that delivers clean energy to the grid and improves local air quality and safety.

Contributing to forestry projects throughout America.

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco Offers Segment-Leading Mileage

2010-11-15T09:37:00.000-07:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco will offer a segment-leading 42 MPG on the highway:

The official fuel economy numbers for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco are in and they’re good. Segment-leading good. It delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with equally impressive city fuel economy of 28 mpg.

Cruze Eco’s highway fuel economy beats non-hybrid segment competitors – including 23 percent greater highway fuel economy than the Honda Civic – as well as the Ford Fiesta subcompact and many hybrid models. In fact, it’s better than Ford Fusion Hybrid, Nissan Altima Hybrid and Toyota Camry Hybrid.

“Chevrolet Cruze continues to redefine the compact segment, offering class-leading standard safety features, upscale amenities – as well as hybrid-like fuel economy without the price,” said Chuck Russell, vehicle line director. “The Cruze Eco is in a league of its own and will challenge perceptions of the efficiency available in a more affordable non-hybrid.”

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Camaro Named Hottest Car at SEMA

2010-11-08T09:51:00.000-07:00

The Chevrolet Camaro has won the honor of "hottest car" at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The award is based on the accessory-friendliness of the vehicle:

According to SEMA, exhibitors manufacture thousands of products that improve performance, convenience, appearance and comfort. While products are available for every make and model vehicle, exhibitors are investing more into the Chevrolet Camaro than any other car. Consumers, therefore, can expect to find more options for personalizing their Camaro.

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Free Smart Phone Apps Keep Chevrolet Owners Updated

2010-11-01T10:07:00.000-06:00

2011 Chevrolet vehicle owners can access important vehicle information and OnStar services from their smart phones using free apps downloaded to their Android or Apple iPhone:

myChevrolet and OnStar MyLink are currently available for download, free of charge, from www.apple.com, or from www.android.com.

“This is a great example of how we are focusing on smart technologies that address customers’ needs,” said Chris Perry, vice president, Chevrolet marketing. “With myChevrolet and Onstar MyLink apps, customers can search their owners’ manual, find their parking spot, and even unlock their car – right from their phone.”

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Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet Has 2011 Vehicles In Stock!

2010-10-25T11:11:00.000-06:00

Looking for a 2011 Chevrolet? Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet has a great variety of vehicles available:

2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
2011 Chevrolet Camaro
2011 Chevrolet Colorado
2011 Chevrolet HHR
2011 Chevrolet Malibu
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
2011 Chevrolet Traverse

Learn About the Chevrolet Cruze Paint Process

2010-10-18T11:06:00.000-06:00

Getting the amazing color palette available for the Chevrolet Cruze has been a five year process:

To understand the engineering behind the Cruze exterior appearance, it’s best to start at the end of the paint shop at Lordstown Assembly. A $160 million renovation of Lordstown’s paint facility was completed in late 2005, making it one of the most-advanced paint facilities in the United States.
The two visual layers of paint include a clearcoat top layer that creates the wet, lustrous shine and mirror finish, and the base coat that provides the color pigment and light-reflecting sparkle. Under the visible surface are a crystalline zinc-based conversion coating, an electrodeposition primer, and a powder-primer coat. The powder prime is electrically charged, which makes it cling to the metal body like a magnet. The powder is then “baked” to create a durable smooth surface for painting. This process is more environmentally friendly than traditional liquid primers because it eliminates the need for liquid solvents, and is up to 95 percent efficient.

Before they reach plants like Lordstown, every color finish is subjected to up to 1,825 days of constant exposure in one of the harshest environments on Earth – South Florida.

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2011 Chevrolet Volt Provides Complete Electric Vehicle Package

2010-10-11T11:56:00.000-06:00

The much-awaited 2011 Chevrolet Volt will deliver consumers an amazing driving experience in an electric vehicle:

World’s first mass-produced, plug-in electric vehicle with a range-extending onboard engine

Revolutionary Voltec propulsion system delivers between 25 and 50 miles of electric driving (depending on terrain, driving techniques and temperature) with a long-life, 16-kW lithium-ion battery and 111-kW (149-hp) electric drive unit; and up to 310 miles of extended range with an onboard 1.4L engine

Eight-year/100,000-mile warranty on lithium-ion battery pack

Vehicle dynamics, upscale materials, refinement and spirited performance of a premium sports sedan in an ultra-efficient package

Extensive use of high-strength steel and full suite of vehicle safety technologies provide occupant protection before, during and after a crash

Easy-to-use technologies such as configurable displays, Chevrolet Mobile App powered by OnStar MyLink, and MyVolt.com web portal enhance owner experience

Five years of OnStar Directions and Connections service, including Automatic Crash Response, stolen vehicle assistance and connected navigation

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OnStar Celebrates National Customer Service Week

2010-10-04T09:37:00.000-06:00

OnStar is celebrating the great customer service that has helped customers for over 15 years:

Over the past 15 years OnStar Advisors:

Unlocked more than 4.8 million doors

Delivered more than 61 million Turn-by-Turn Navigation routes

Responded to more than 148,000 vehicle crashes

Provided 2.4 million subscribers with roadside assistance

Located more than 51,000 Stolen Vehicles

“Every day is a unique and memorable experience,” said OnStar Navigation Advisor Vicky Lenke. “Whether I am helping someone find the nearest gas station or setting up a family’s summer trip to Disney World – it’s always satisfying knowing that you could help them in some small way.”

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Chevrolet Cruze Tops Sound Competition

2010-09-27T10:56:00.002-06:00

The Chevrolet Cruze with a factory sound system has come out with top honors for 2 of the 3 evaluations at the MECA Sound Quality League competition:

For the subjective evaluation, judges listened to the same music selections in each car for consistency, and awarded points based on system noise, tonality, realism, staging, and placement. The Cruze took first place, with an average of 74.83 points out of a possible 100, compared to 69.75 for Corolla, and 58.83 for Civic.

“The most important measure of an audio system is how well it recreates the experience of listening to a live performance,” said Stern. “From that perspective, the Cruze was clearly the best of the group, delivering more presence, more realistic sub-bass, and silky smooth midrange.

“In our competitions, stock systems typically score between 55 and 65 points,” Stern said. “With nearly 75 points, the Cruze delivers the performance we would expect in a luxury car – not an $18,000 car.”

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Meets the Quiet Interior Challenge

2010-09-20T12:47:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet took the challenge of making a compact car with a quiet interior seriously when they were developing the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The result is a car with the quiet and refinement of a larger vehicle, but the value and efficiency of a compact.

To meet their objectives for the U.S. market, engineers developed more than 30 acoustic treatments that mute unwanted engine, road, and wind noise. Here are 10 of the most significant features:

500 inches of structural adhesive reduce structural noise and increase body strength

Seven pints of liquid sound deadener on the cabin floor mute road and friction noise, and weigh 30 percent less than conventional sound-deadening materials

A five-millimeter, acoustic-laminated windshield quiets wind noise

Triple seals for all four doors block wind and road noise

30 “Snickers bars” of expandable, sound-blocking baffles in the roofline and window frames quiet noise transmitted around the door openings

The 26- x 50-inch hood liner features acoustic materials that mute engine noise

Two sound-absorbing mats on both sides of the front-of-dash panel isolate engine noise, and save three kilograms of weight by using lightweight materials

A 15-millimeter-thick mat in the spare-tire well absorbs road noise

Four wheel-well liners, backed with textile material, block tire noise

A five-layer headliner muffles cabin noise

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OnStar Celebrates 15 Years

2010-09-13T09:21:00.000-06:00

OnStar this month celebrates 15 years of offering convenience and increased safety options to users:

This month, employees of OnStar celebrate the company’s 15th anniversary and the positive impact it’s had on millions of lives.

OnStar, founded in 1995 and officially launched at the Chicago Auto Show in 1996, has continually raised the bar for safety and security. As the first telematics service of its kind, the company’s commitment to helping people has resulted in some significant numbers:

More than 1 million responses to Emergency Service alerts, assisting drivers, first responders and local police departments in many life threatening situations;

More than 146,000 responses to Automatic Crash Notifications where OnStar sent emergency personnel to a vehicle whose driver was unresponsive after an airbag deployment.

198 different coastal communities helped with hurricane preparedness through OnStar’s Crisis Assist.

“One of the most rewarding parts about working for OnStar is knowing that we’ve helped save so many lives over the years,” said OnStar President Chris Preuss. “Our emergency services also provide millions of drivers with peace of mind when they’re behind the wheel.”

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New Chevrolet Cruze Commercials Start Today

2010-09-07T10:29:00.000-06:00

TV Commercials for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze start today and you might recognize a familiar voice in them:

Television and movie star Tim Allen will be the voice of Chevrolet, beginning with the TV advertising for the all-new 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. The first ads for the Cruze will air next Tuesday, Sept. 7, Chevrolet announced today.

“Tim Allen brings the right combination of a recognizable voice with the credibility, likeability and humor that will connect with viewers,” said Joel Ewanick, vice president, U.S. marketing, General Motors. “His passion for all things cars makes him the perfect match for the Chevrolet brand.”

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Uses Special Oil Pump for Fuel Conservation

2010-08-30T16:33:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze uses a special oil pump to attain its impressive fuel conservation:

The oil pump in the engine of the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze takes a laid-back approach to its work, delivering the precise amount of oil needed during all driving conditions. That requires the engine to work less versus a conventional pump and ultimately saves fuel.

A standard feature in the Cruze’s Ecotec 1.4L turbocharged engine, the variable displacement oil pump reduces the displacement during engine warm up and high speed conditions. The volume of oil from the pump varies with rpm by changing the pump’s displacement through a pivoting control chamber mechanism and sliding vanes. A fixed displacement pump would typically bypass the extra oil internally.

“By lowering the volume of oil we reduce the amount of energy, or torque, required to pump the oil, without taking necessary lubrication away from the engine,” said Mike Katerberg, assistant chief engineer for the 1.4L. “Reducing the torque demand reduces fuel consumption. It’s a simple, durable, maintenance-free design that we have used in our transmissions for years and more recently in our hybrid vehicles.”

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Features 10 Air Bags

2010-08-23T14:50:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze features a segment-leading 10 air bags aimed at driver and passenger safety:

The Cruze features frontal, head curtain side, front and outboard rear seat side-impact and knee air bags.

“My co-workers and I have put a lot of personal effort and thought into Chevrolet products like the Cruze,” says Thomas. “Anyone who buys this car will have peace of mind knowing that they are driving a vehicle with some of the most advanced safety technology in the segment.”

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2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Wins Accolades

2010-08-17T09:12:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD (and its GMC counterpart) recently took top segment honors in the Pickuptrucks.com Heavy Duty Shootout, gaining accolades from Pickuptrucks.com founder, Mike Levine:

“The Chevy’s combination of the powerful Duramax diesel, all-new frame and suspension and excellent fuel economy put it ahead of the Ford and Ram trucks,” Levine said.

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OnStar Advisors Caution Drivers About Heat Dangers

2010-08-10T08:52:00.000-06:00

As temperatures in August soar, OnStar advisors are showing their committment to customer safety by ending non-emergency OnStar communications with a warning about leaving children and pets unattended in a hot vehicle.

OnStar is available in more than 30 of the 2011 GM models. Ask Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet more about OnStar's capabilities and availability.

Equinox and Traverse Bring New Buyers to Chevrolet

2010-08-05T15:06:00.000-06:00

The popular Chevrolet Equinox and Chevrolet Traverse have brought new buyers to the Chevrolet brand:

Nearly two out of three buyers for the Chevrolet Equinox and Traverse have traded in non-Chevrolet vehicles so far this year. In addition, nearly half of buyers traded in a non-GM vehicle.

“Equinox and Traverse are attracting owners of competitive vehicles, including Fords, Toyotas, and Hondas to Chevrolet showrooms,” said Alan Batey, vice president, Chevrolet Sales and Service. “For these buyers, Equinox and Traverse offer the flexibility and fuel efficiency they have been looking for in a crossover, as well as the design, performance and value that define Chevrolet.”

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco Offers Fuel Efficiency Without Hybrid Pricetag

2010-07-26T09:46:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco will offer hybrid-like fuel economy without the usual hybrid price:

“The Cruze Eco delivers hybrid-like efficiency without the price tag,” said Jim Campbell, U.S. vice president, Chevrolet marketing. “Along with the Volt electric vehicle with extended range, it demonstrates how Chevrolet is working to bring new products to market that range from gas-friendly to gas-free.”

The Eco achieves greater fuel economy using a number of features that enhance its aerodynamics, minimize weight and reduce rolling resistance. Details include:

A lower front grille air shutter that closes at higher speeds to improve aerodynamics and opens at lower speeds to optimize engine-cooling airflow

The upper grille has more “closeouts” to improve aerodynamics

A lower front air dam extension, extensive use of underbody panels and a rear spoiler enhance aerodynamics

A lowered ride height improves aerodynamics

Unique 17-inch lightweight aluminum wheels

Ultra-low rolling resistance 17-inch Goodyear tires.

The axle ratio on the manual-transmission model is also optimized for fuel economy, while helping the car deliver confident performance. Chevrolet estimates the Cruze Eco will deliver 0-60 mph performance of about 10 seconds with the manual transmission and nine seconds with the six-speed automatic.

The Cruze Eco will be available in the fourth quarter of 2010.

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2011 Chevrolet Volt Offers Impressive Battery Warranty

2010-07-19T10:26:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt (electric vehicle) will come with an impressive battery warranty:

Volt’s long-life battery warranty most comprehensive of any electric vehicle
All 161 battery components validated to withstand extreme temperatures, terrain and driving patterns
GM’s Brownstown Township, Mich., battery plant will begin regular production in August

The Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range will provide customers with an unprecedented, standard, eight-year/100,000-mile warranty on its advanced, lithium-ion battery. It is the automotive industry’s longest, most comprehensive battery warranty for an electric vehicle, and is transferable at no cost to other vehicle owners.

“The Chevrolet Volt’s batteries have exceeded our performance targets and are ready to hit the road,” said Micky Bly, GM executive director, global electrical systems. “Our customers are making a commitment to technology that will help reduce our dependence on petroleum. In turn, we are making a commitment to our customers to deliver the highest standards for value, safety, quality, performance and reliability for an unprecedented eight years/100,000 miles.”

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MotorTrend Drives the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD

2010-07-12T10:19:00.000-06:00

MotorTrend recently had the chance to drive the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD:

So how does the lineup drive? GM recently gave us the chance to drive just about every variation it offers, through the rolling (and sometimes steep) hills of eastern Maryland, parts of Pennsylvania, and the deep-wooded areas of West Virginia. For simplicity's sake, I'll focus most of my comments on the Silverado 2500 HD Extended Cab LT 4x4. This configuration will likely be the volume leader for GM. From the beginning of our route it was almost startling how smooth the front and rear suspensions drove over the hilly highways, especially since our test truck was completely empty of payload.

Traditionally, empty is never how you want to drive a three-quarter or one-ton pickup truck, but the work done on the redesigned front end pays back huge dividends. New forged upper control arms and precision-machined cast-iron lowers handle 25-percent more load comfortably and confidently than the previous generation. Getting these bigger and stronger pieces to more quickly and fluidly handle the sharp pothole inputs and rebounds was a surprise. This improved IFS clearly has more control than ever before. We even got the same impression on a 3500 HD dually as well. We don't usually think about refinement when driving vehicles in this segment, but GM engineers pulled a rabbit out of their hat.

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Chevrolet Volt Finishes Freedom Drive

2010-07-06T13:29:00.000-06:00

The Chevrolet Volt gave a new meaning to freedom over the Independence Day Weekend, completing a trouble-free 1,776 mile Freedom Drive from Austin, TX, to New York City.

“While our engineers are still working on our final calibrations, we could not have asked for the Volt to perform any better than it did," said Tony Posawatz, vehicle line director, global electric vehicles and Chevrolet Volt.

The drive began on July 1, shortly after GM Chairman and CEO Ed Whitacre announced the addition of Texas, New York, Connecticut and New Jersey to markets where the extended range electric vehicle will be sold later this year.

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Chevrolet Volt Undergoes Hot Weather Testing

2010-06-28T19:54:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt is being put through hot weather testing at the GM Desert Proving Grounds in Arizona:

While the Volt is designed to operate in all weather and temperature conditions, one of the tests it is undergoing in the desert is the Hot Soak Evaluation, where temperatures inside the cabin can exceed 175 degrees F.

Engineers “bake” the Volt in the sun for several hours, then open everything in the car, cycle all of the electric accessories and then take the car down the ride handling track to check for squeaks and rattles. Additionally, they check to make sure the door seals continue to close off the cabin to the hot air as they cool the Volt down using its high-efficiency air conditioning system.

“The car performed well,” said senior durability test engineer Steve Pratt. “The air conditioner cooled things off from our interior temperature of 138 degrees down to a nice comfortable temperature for driving.”

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Chevrolet Vehicles Top J.D. Power Initial Quality Study

2010-06-21T08:25:00.001-06:00

Two Chevrolet vehicles, Avalanche and Tahoe, have earned the top honors for their segment in the 2010 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Two other vehicles, Malibu and Suburban, also ranked in the top three of their segment.

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Offers Midsize Car at Compact Price

2010-06-14T20:50:00.002-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is expected to begin arriving at dealerships in September. It will offer four trim levels; all offering midsize car size and comfort with a compact car price:

The 2011 Cruze will be offered for retail sale in four models:

Cruze LS starting at $16,995, including:

Standard 1.8L Ecotec engine and six-speed manual transmission

The most standard safety features in the segment, with 10 air bags, StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover sensing, traction control, anti-lock brakes, collapsible pedal system, power rear-door child safety locks

Standard OnStar, with a six-month subscription including Turn-by-Turn navigation

Standard convenience features including air conditioning, power windows, power door locks with remote keyless entry, driver information center, and XM Radio with three month trial subscription

Cruze LT starting at $18,895, including:

Standard 1.4L Ecotec turbo and six-speed automatic transmission

16-inch wheels

Cruze Eco starting at $18,895, including:

Standard 1.4L Ecotec turbo and six-speed manual transmission

Segment-leading expected 40 miles per gallon highway

Standard 17-inch alloy wheels with ultra low-rolling resistance tires, and enhanced aerodynamic performance package

Cruze LTZ starting at $22,695, including:

Standard 1.4L Ecotec turbo and six-speed automatic transmission

Standard six-way power driver seat, leather seating surfaces, leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

Standard cruise control, Bluetooth phone connectivity, USB port with audio interface, steering-wheel mounted audio controls, and remote vehicle start

Standard automatic climate control, auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, and ultrasonic rear-parking assist

18-inch alloy wheels

Major available options features on Cruze include:

In-dash navigation system with 40-gigabyte hard drive, enabling pause-and-play radio, downloading of audio CDs, or transferring MP3 files from a USB memory device

Pioneer Audio system, with nine speakers and 250-watt amplifier

Heated leather seats

Ultrasonic rear park assist

RS Appearance package, including rocker moldings, unique front and rear fascias, front fog lamps, and rear spoiler

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2010 Chevrolet Equinox Earns Top Safety Pick Award

2010-06-07T09:16:00.000-06:00

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safey (IIHS) Top Safety Pick Award:

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox received the highest possible rollover protection rating of “Good” in the first Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) rollover tests of midsize SUVs and crossovers, one of four tests leading to the Institute’s Top Safety Pick award.

“The Top Safety award recognizes vehicles that are on the top rung for safety,” said IIHS president Adrian Lund. “The Equinox is in an elite group of vehicles that have achieved the highest ratings for front, side, rollover, and rear crash protection, and that have electronic stability control to help drivers avoid serious crashes.”

The 2010 Equinox offers standard four-wheel disc brakes, traction control and StabiliTrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation. In addition, Equinox offers six standard air bags: dual frontal air bags, head curtain side air bags and seat-mounted side air bags. \

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OnStar Supports Click It or Ticket Campaign

2010-05-31T09:27:00.000-06:00

OnStar, the GM-based in-vehicle safety feature, is continuing its support of the NHTSA Click It or Ticket Campaign by encouraging subscribers to use their seatbelt:

OnStar announced its support of the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) annual Click It or Ticket campaign, May 24 through June 6, to enforce safety belt use laws. In support of this effort, OnStar advisors will remind subscribers to buckle their seat belts in order to save lives and prevent injuries.

"Safety is our overarching commitment to the more than 5.5 million subscribers that we serve, and seat belts are the most important safety system in the vehicle," said Scott Kubicki, vice president of subscriber services, OnStar. "Increasing the national belt use rate through The Click it or Ticket campaign can save lives. OnStar applauds the efforts of law enforcement officers and safety officials and we are proud to support NHTSA.”

OnStar is available on 30 2010 GM Models, including many Chevrolet vehicles. Find out more about OnStar and its many benefits at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet.

First Flint-Built Silverado Pickups Head to Dealerships

2010-05-29T11:55:00.000-06:00

The first Flint, Michigan-built 2011 Chevrolet Silverado Heavy Duty Pickups are beginning to head to dealerships. The plant began production of the Silverado on May 24. The HD is a vastly improved vehicle, boasting segment-leading 21,700 pounds of towing and 6,635 pounds of payload. (Read entire article here.)

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2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD Features Increased Capability

2010-05-21T09:36:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Silverado HD has increased capability ratings which will make it the most powerful and capable in the segment:

To certify increased payload and towing capacities for the 2011 Silverado HD, engineers conducted a battery of tests.

Based on extensive testing at maximum gross combined weight rating (GCWR) to validate the durability of the powertain, drivetrain, and brake components, the GCWR is increased to 29,200 pounds.

Based on further testing in varied terrain, grades, and climates while pulling the maximum trailer weight to confirm predictable and stable handling, the maximum 5th-wheel towing capacity was increased to 21,700 pounds, and conventional towing capacity increased to 17,000 pounds.

After higher-strength steel for cargo box cross sills was specified, the team conducted additional testing hauling maximum payloads to test the stronger cargo box and rear-axle components. As a result, the maximum payload has been increased to 6,635 pounds.

Based on these improved capacities, the 2011 Silverado HD possesses segment-leading capability in horsepower, torque, conventional towing, 5th-wheel towing, and payload.

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12 2011 Chevrolet Models Will Offer Fuel-Saving Transmission

2010-05-10T15:49:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet is showing its continued committment to fuel-efficient vehicles by offering a fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission on 12 2011 models:

With the introduction of the all-new Chevrolet Cruze, 12 Chevrolet models will be offered with fuel-saving, six-speed automatic transmissions. Chevrolet has quickly become a leader in six-speed automatics, which will be available on 75 percent of all Chevrolet cars, trucks, SUVs and crossovers for 2011. Compared to traditional four-speed automatics, six-speed automatics offer consumers up to four percent better fuel economy, and smoother, more responsive vehicle performance.

“Our advanced six-speed transmissions offer customers wide-ranging benefits,” said Charlie Klein, Director, GM Global Mass, Energy and Aerodynamics, “including reduced cost of ownership, improved vehicle performance, lower CO2 emissions, and a lesser dependence on foreign oil. As such, the wide availability of six-speed transmissions is a real advantage for Chevrolet customers.”

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Chevrolet Joins "No Phone Zone" Campaign

2010-05-03T10:47:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet recently joined Oprah Winfrey in an effort to eliminate distracted driving. The program is called 'No Phone Zone".

Today, Chevrolet joined the “No Phone Zone” campaign, created by Oprah Winfrey and Harpo Studios, to combat distracted driving. General Motors Chairman and CEO Ed Whitacre, along with UAW employees from GM’s Lansing Delta Township assembly plant, announced Chevrolet’s support of the campaign in a taped segment during “The Oprah Winfrey Show” dedicated to the first national “No Phone Zone” Day.

The campaign is dedicated to honoring the lives lost due to distracted driving, educating the public about the dangers of distracted driving and activating people to make a difference in their communities. As part of the campaign, drivers are encouraged to take the “No Phone Zone” pledge. The pledge, available at www.oprah.com, asks motorists to commit to:

Not text while driving
Not text while driving, and use only hands-free calling
Not text or use the phone while driving, and pull over to a secure location if they need to make a call

In addition to Whitacre’s appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show”, Chevrolet will lead an internal campaign to encourage the more than 77,000 General Motors employees in the U.S. to take the “No Phone Zone” pledge. Chevrolet will also sponsor more than 400 public service announcement (PSA) broadcasts for the “No Phone Zone” campaign. Once the PSA is finalized, it will also be available online at www.youtube.com/chevrolet.

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2011 Chevrolet Cruze Offers Fuel Efficiency Without Hybrid Price Tag

2010-04-26T10:06:00.000-06:00

The 2011 Chevrolet Cruz will offer buyers a car with mid-size presence, but compact car fuel-efficiency:

At the New York Auto Show, Chevrolet reveals the compact 2011 Cruze Eco. This high-efficiency model is powered by a 1.4L Ecotec turbocharged engine with variable valve timing that achieves an estimated 40 mpg on the highway when combined with a six-speed manual transmission. Cruze Eco is expected to deliver the best fuel economy in the compact segment, while offering midsize car presence.

“The Cruze Eco delivers hybrid-like efficiency without the price tag,” said Jim Campbell, U.S. vice president Chevrolet marketing. “Along with the Volt electric vehicle, it demonstrates how Chevrolet is working to bring new products to market that range from gas-friendly to gas-free.”

Chevrolet also shows an optional RS sport appearance package for the Cruze LT and LTZ trim levels.

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Update on Chevrolet Volt Battery Testing

2010-04-19T08:45:00.000-06:00

The battery for the upcoming Chevrolet Volt has undergone some rigorous testing with impressive results:

Recent calibration drives of pre-production Chevrolet Volt electric vehicles have achieved up to 39.9 miles of emission-free, electric-only driving range, chief engineer Andrew Farah said Monday during a program update for news media.

The Volt, which can travel up to 300 miles beyond its pure electric range because of a small on board gasoline engine, recently completed a round of cold weather testing in Kapuskasing, Ontario, Canada, and will undergo additional hot weather testing in Yuma, AZ, in June and July.

The Volt remains on schedule for start of regular production in the fourth quarter. Farah, chief engineer for the Volt and the Opel Ampera, said more than 500,000 test miles have already been put on the pre-production Volt vehicles.

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Chevrolet and Youth Baseball: Working Together for Communities

2010-04-12T09:46:00.000-06:00

Chevrolet has long been a supporter of youth baseball in communities across the country, and that strong partnership continues this year. In fact, it has been expanded:

Chevrolet has expanded its support of youth baseball players in communities across the country through the Chevy Youth Baseball program. Since its beginning in Atlanta in 2006, Chevy Youth Baseball has benefitted more than one million youth baseball players and their families.

Participating youth baseball leagues receive equipment and monetary donations, unique Major League Baseball experiences including tickets to games and invitations to exclusive instructional clinics, as well as fundraising opportunities compliments of Chevy and its dealers.

And this year, Chevrolet is partnering with Major League Baseball® , MLB Advanced Media and The Scotts Company (the Official Lawn Care Company of MLB) to refurbish five youth baseball fields in the U.S. through ‘Building Diamonds and Dreams.’ At www.chevybaseball.com fans of their local youth baseball team can enter their ZIP code for a chance to win the field makeover. An ongoing tally of the most active ZIP codes will be shown on the web site. Five winners will be drawn from the ZIP codes submitted. Nominating a ZIP code numerous times could increase the chance of being selected.

Each consumer who nominates a ZIP code on-line gives kids a chance to win a ballpark makeover, and also will be entered for a chance to win their choice of a new Chevy Malibu, Traverse, Equinox or Silverado.

The program will run from MLB Opening Day (April 5) and continue through the MLB All-Star Game®, ending July 16, 2010.

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Spring Event at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet

2010-04-06T07:55:00.000-06:00

The Spring Event at Tyrrell-Doyle Chevrolet is the time to get 0% apr for 60 months on select 2010 models, for qualified buyers:

Spring is here with great deals on award-winning vehicles like the 2010 Chevy Malibu, Traverse and Silverado 1500. Each has been named a Consumers Digest "Best Buy" two years in a row. Chevy Malibu is a beautifully crafted car with world-class design and engineering. Chevy Traverse is the crossover that offers seating for eight and an EPA estimated 24 MPG on the highway. And with the available Vortec 6.2L V8, Chevy Silverado 1500 is the most powerful half-ton Crew Cab pickup on the planet. Plus, they're backed by the safety and security of OnStar3 standard for the first year and a 5-year/100,000 mile transferable Powertrain Warranty.4

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3Visit onstar.com for details and system limitations.

4Whichever comes first. See dealer for limited warranty details