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Thursday, August 23, 2012

Let's Hope This is What the 2014 Corvette Looks Like



There have been some exciting versions of the current C6 Corvette, including the Z06, ZR1, and for us regular workin’ Joes, the Grand Sport. But anticipation for the next-generation C7 Corvette has been running high, as evidenced by the off-the-charts pageviews we got from some spy shots of a mule testing a few months ago. Well, Trinity Animation, a graphical animation firm based in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, did one better by combining all the publicly-available knowledge, photos and renderings of the upcoming C7 and synthesizing all the information into a two and a half minute video giving us an idea of what it might look like in the flesh.

Among some of the noteworthy details show in the video are rectangular taillights similar to those on the Camaro, center-mounted quad tailpipe tips, LED accent lighting in the headlamps, and aggressive front fender vents. Another cool feature, if it makes it to production, are the LED lights on the outer rear edge of the rear wheel wells. Also, rather than the domed glass hatch on the current C6 Corvette, this rendering of the C7 shows side rear-quarter windows, and a flat glass rear hatch.



How close will Trinity’s animation be to the real deal? We’ll have to wait a few more months until the production C7 Corvette is unveiled. Possibly as early as the 2013 Detroit Auto Show in January.


Friday, August 17, 2012

The all new Chevy Spark is on sale now!

 

Chevrolet is taking the guesswork out of the car-buying process with a new, simpler approach to pricing and packaging for the 2013 Chevy Spark. When the mini car goes on sale later this year, TheChevy Spark will be available in three well-equipped trim levels starting at $12,995 including destination.

The Chevy Spark is a sporty, fuel-efficient, four-passenger, five-door hatch designed to excite first-time car buyers and city dwellers with bold styling, attention-grabbing colors - including Salsa, Jalapeno, Denim, Lemonade and Techno Pink - engaging driving dynamics, the personalized connectivity of MyLink, and the safety of 10 standard air bags.

The Chevy Spark also offers more passenger and cargo room than other mini cars such as the Fiat 500, Smartfortwo and Scion IQ.

"With the Chevy Spark, Chevrolet has the opportunity to connect with a new generation of car buyers who expect more from every product they purchase," said Chris Perry, vice president of ChevroletGlobal Marketing.  "So we wanted to make the process of choosing a Spark as simple as possible by reducing the number of stand-alone options and providing more standard content to each trim level at a competitive price."

What colors does it come in?
 

Chevy Spark LS starting at $12,995 includes:

  • Standard 1.2L Ecotec engine and five-speed manual transmission
  • Standard convenience features including air conditioning, power windows, rear window wiper, auxiliary input jack, outside temperature display and trip computer
  • 15-inch alloy wheels
  • 60/40 split flip-and-fold rear seat
  • Comprehensive safety package including 10 air bags, electronic stability control with traction control and brake assist
  • OnStar Directions & Connections plan standard with six-month introductory subscription

Chevy Spark 1LT starting at $14,495 includes LS standard content and adds:

  • Standard 7-inch color touch radio with Chevrolet MyLink, Bluetooth connectivity for select phones, steering wheel audio controls, USB port and Sirius XM Radio with three-month trial subscription
  • Other standard convenience features include power door locks with remote keyless entry, theft deterrent system, outside power mirrors, floor mats, visor mirrors, and cruise control

Chevy Spark 2LT starting at $15,795 includes all 1LT standard content and adds:

  • Unique 15-inch alloy wheels
  • Fog lamps
  • Exterior appearance enhancements including silver painted roof rails; chrome lift gate handle, exhaust outlet and beltline molding; body-color lower rocker molding; front and rear body-color sport fascias with unique front upper and lower grille inserts
  • On the interior, leatherette seats and heated front seats and leather-wrapped steering wheel

A 4-speed automatic transmission is available on all models for $925.  The only other available options include an engine block heater for $75 and Black Granite paint for $195.

Chevrolet MyLink in the Chevy Spark will include Pandora internet radio and Stitcher Smart Radio apps. Later in the model year, the recently introduced GogoLink - an embedded smartphone application that delivers full-function navigation including live traffic updates - will be available. Pricing for GogoLink will be announced later.

The Chevy Spark is the only car in its segment to provide the added value of a five-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty and the safety and security of OnStar.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

The Chevrolet Sonic's List of Features Makes it one of KBB's 10 Best Back-to-School Cars of 2012

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Students can get all the basic necessities with the Chevy Sonic's design, space, visibility, easy to drive, good fuel economy and eager but not overwhelming engine they need from a car with the Chevy Sonic at a great price, which is why it was named in Kelly Blue Book's KBB.com 10 Best Back-to-School Cars of 2012 list today.


For a complete list of the 10 Best Back-to-School Cars of 2012, please visit http://www.kbb.com/car-reviews-and-news/top-10/best-back-to-school-cars-2012/.