CGS Motorsports, a California-based company that specializes on high-performance exhaust and air intake systems, has recently released a teaser image of a customized 2011 Chevy Camaro. The CGS Motorsports-prepped Camaro will get an upgraded version of GM’s 6.2-liter V8 engine fitted with a Whipple twin-screw supercharger and one of the company’s cat-back exhaust systems, pumping out around 500-horse power. The car also benefits from Chris Alston’s Fab 9 rear end with a latter bar and coil over suspension, 22-inch alloys shod in Pirelli tires, a custom paint job, a ZR1 influenced hood, and a body kit by ACS. [AllWorldCars]
GM has come out with a new commercial video of the 2011 Chevrolet Corvette, showing off the top of the range model ‘ZR-1′ in action. In case you didn’t know, this supercar uses a 6.2 LS9 small-block V8 engine that generates 638 hp and 604 lb-ft of torque. In terms of performance, the car only needs 3.4 seconds to get from 0 to 100 km/h, and has a top speed of 205 mph. Watch the video after the jump. More»
The 2011 Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle Detective has been unveiled. The car is powered by a 6.0L V8 engine that produces 355-hp with a peak torque of 384 lb-ft. This powerful engine is combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission that enables it to accelerate from 0 to 60mph in less than 6 seconds. The Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle is scheduled to hit the streets in 2011. GM says that a V6 option will also be offered beginning in the 2012 model year. [egmCarTech]
Richard Hammond from Top Gear has made a new review video of the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS. In case you didn’t remember, this sports car is equipped with a 6.2-liter V8 engine that outputs 426 hp. Meanwhile, top speed is rated at 155 mph and 0 to 60 mph comes in just 5 seconds. Check out the video after the break. More»
The Chevrolet Volt is one of the most interesting electric cars. The Volt uses an electric drivetrain and runs exclusively from electric power. Too bad, the Volt doesn’t have a gas-powered generator for making electricity to extend the cars driving range. The company has recently announced that the first 4,400 Volt buyers will be eligible for a free 240V charge station. The 240V charge station will allow this electric car to recharge faster than the 120V charge station that the car comes with. [Autoblog Green]
Verizon has purchased a total of 576 Chevrolet Silverado hybrid pickup trucks to add to its service vehicle fleet. These cars will be used by Verizon technicians for service calls in urban areas around the country. The Silverado’s two-mode hybrid system blends an internal combustion engine with battery-powered electric motors to offer customers the advanced technology needed to reduce emissions and fuel consumption. It is a full-size, fully-capable, V8-powered truck that delivers up to a 40 percent improvement in city fuel economy. The Silverado retails for at $38,340 each. [Autoblog Green]
