Local Chevrolet Dealers lineup for 2009
Local Chevrolet dealers have an great range of cars, trucks, crossovers, van and SUV's lined up for 2009 with the latest of hybrid drives to make them more efficient than ever before. Chevrolet started out back in the pioneering days of 1911 as a separate company but was encompassed by General Motors by 1917. The famous 'bow tie' logo has been part of the brand since 1913. The hay days for Chevrolet were the 1950's and 60's with such cars as the Impala, Covair and the glorious '57 Chevy'. The current credit crisis has left the company at the crossroads but great cars and great deals are available right now.
Economy starts with the Aeos5 and Aeos Sedan with an estimated fuel economy of 34 mpg (highway) and 27/25 (city).
Mid range Cobalt Coupe and Sedan with optional Turbo charged models have the best fuel economy in class with up to 37 mpg (highway) and 25 mpg (city).
Luxury range of Impala and the award winning Malibu that delivers up to 34 mpg (highway).
Top of the range is the iconic Corvette Coupe, Convertible, Z06 and ZR1 with stunning performance and desirability.
Chevrolet Camaro set to replace the Corvette as the Indy 500 Pace car
February 28, 2009 by Admin
It was announced on Thursday at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway that the new Chevrolet Camaro will be the pace car for this years race. The car was unveiled with silver livery and red graphics. This replaces the Chevrolet Corvette that has been used for the last 5 years. The Camaro has been the pace car on 4 other occasions but not since 1993.
The special pace Camaro will be powered by a 6.3-liter V8 producing 426 hp and 420 lb-ft of torque. This will be mated to a six-speed manual transmission. The car will be pretty much standard stock with only paint and lights added. The race is due to take place on Memorial weekend on 24th May.