2011 Chevrolet Cruze Sales Pass 270,000 as U.S. Introduction Nears
Jul 26, 2010
China, Russia Among 60 Countries to Embrace New Compact DETROIT, July 26 -- Even before the first models reach U.S. dealers, the Chevrolet Cruze is among the fastest-growing nameplates in the world with sales rising an average of 18 percent per month. Internationally, customers have purchased 140,000 Cruze in the first ... Continue reading
BorgWarner Supplies Turbochargers for Shanghai GM (SGM) in China
Jul 22, 2010
BorgWarner's Proven Turbocharging Technology Will Provide Improved Performance and Better Fuel Economy for the 1.6-Liter Gasoline Engine for the Buick Excelle XT and Chevrolet Cruze AUBURN HILLS, Mich., July 22 -- BorgWarner turbochargers boost the performance and fuel economy for Shanghai GM's (SGM's) modified 1.6-lit ... Continue reading
OnStar Expands Mobile App Technology Availability
Jul 22, 2010
Soon Available for 2011 Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC vehicles DETROIT, July 22 -- Owners of most new 2011 Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC vehicles will soon be able to control key vehicle functions from their smart phones, thanks to the power of OnStar. Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC are developing brand-s ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Announces Engine Build Experience for Corvette Enthusiasts - VIDEO ENHANCED
Jul 17, 2010
DETROIT - July 16, 2010: For enthusiasts who want to be personally involved in creating their Corvette, Chevrolet's new Corvette Engine Build Experience allows them to literally build the engine for their new car. In what is believed to be the first program of its kind, customers who order a 2011 Corvette Z06 or ZR1 ca ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Stands Behind Volt With Standard Eight-Year, 100,000-Mile Battery Warranty
Jul 14, 2010
BROWNSTOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich., July 14 -- -- 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 Che ... Continue reading
Public Invited to See Plug-In Vehicles First-Hand at Plug-In 2010 Public Night in San Jose
Jul 14, 2010
One-Night Event on July 27 Offers Insider's Look at a Plugged-In Transportation Future SAN JOSE, Calif., July 13 -- As major automakers announce plans to bring plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles to market, the public is invited to visit the Plug-In 2010 Conference & Exposition Public Night on July 27 to get a first-h ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Grows Sales and Share in 13 European Markets
Jul 9, 2010
Chevrolet Europe sold 232,417 cars from January to June, an increase of 16,401 cars, or 8.0 percent, compared to the year earlier period (2009: 216,016 cars). Chevrolet's European market share was up by 0.14 point at 2.4 percent, based on share gains in 13 European countries. ... Continue reading
Chevrolet-Buick-GMC-Cadillac Sales Increase 36 Percent in June 2010
Jul 1, 2010
DETROIT, July 1 -- - Sixth straight month that GM's four brand's sales increased by more than 20 percent - Calendar-year-to-date sales for GM's four brands are up 32 percent - GM full-size pickup sales increase 27 percent; up 12 percent year-to-date - GM crossover sales are up 81 percent year-to-date June sales for Che ... Continue reading
Chevrolet: Here Comes the Camaro!
Jul 1, 2010
One car is set to create a bigger buzz than most at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, as Chevrolet announces that its Bumblebee themed Camaro marks the launch of the new model in the UK. ... Continue reading
Oil Spill Reignites Argument for Flex Fuels - VIDEO STORY
Jun 30, 2010
SEE ALSO DETROIT - June 30, 2010: As the largest oil spill in U.S. history continues to leak into the Gulf of Mexico, the argument for domestically produced alternative fuels, like ethanol (E85), is back on. Manufacturing plants continue to research and develop biofuels from a variety of unique sources. In fact, scient ... Continue reading
4,400 Chevrolet Volt Owners to be Eligible for Free Home Charging Stations
Jun 25, 2010
DETROIT, June 17 -- -- When the Volt goes on sale later this year, buyers will be eligible for a 240-volt charge station, and home installation in some cases -- Part of Department of Energy project to install approximately 15,000 240-volt home charge stations across the U.S. -- Data collected from the charge stations w ... Continue reading
Jun 25, 2010
Downsize But Keep Up The Comfort. The All New 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel Oakbrook Terrace, IL - June 2010. Already on sale in over 60 countries across Europe and Asia, the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be coming to North America this Fall for sale throughout the Uni ... Continue reading
Chevrolet At The Goodwood Festival Of Speed
Jun 24, 2010
There's a whole host of reasons to visit the Goodwood Festival of Speed, but Chevrolet hopes to make motorsport's most prestigious annual event even more glamorous than ever this year with the presence of two seductive new models - the Chevrolet Camaro and the Corvette ZR-1. ... Continue reading
Chevrolet and Microsoft Advertising Rev Up the Test-Drive Experience for New Chevrolet Volt
Jun 22, 2010
Chevrolet is the first automaker to launch a multiscreen ad campaign that allows consumers to 'kick the tires' virtually using Kinect for Xbox 360. PARIS, REDMOND, Wash. and DETROIT, June 22 -- Chevrolet and Microsoft Advertising demonstrated at the 2010 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival today an example ... Continue reading
Chevrolet Raising $1 Million to Help Troops Call Home
Jun 22, 2010
Year-long campaign supports Cell Phones for Soldiers charity DETROIT, June 22 -- As an extension of the GM Military Discount program, Chevrolet is launching a year-long campaign to raise $1 million to support Cell Phones for Soldiers. To reach that goal, Chevrolet is calling on GM employees, NASCAR fans, and Chevrolet ... Continue reading
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