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Chevrolet introduced the MyChevrolet digital tool with which drivers will be able to connect to the Distributor of your choice, with the Customer Service Center or the Service Roadside Assistance without having to find your phone number.

The application presented at the XXVI International Elegance Quiz offer, from Google Maps, plans to find an easy and quick to the Distributor closest to the user’s current location, making it easier to bring the car in for service or repair.

Diane Duckworth, Manager of CRM, Digital Marketing and Social Media General Motors de Mexico, said the technology will be freely available in early June in App Store and Android Market for customers with an iPhone or a Smartphone with Android operating system.

In a press release added that provide information on all 2012 models of Chevrolet Mexico portfolio designed to facilitate the scheduling of services with the Distributor and amicably show all information concerning your vehicles.

“We are very proud to have the first application in the automotive industry in Mexico that will allow us to further strengthen our commitment to providing an extraordinary experience of purchase, ownership and service for owners of the Chevrolet brand,” he concluded.

Chris Mangum of MAD Industries has been modifying cars for SEMA show for years, with a very close relationship with Chevrolet has managed several of its latest models for display in exhibitions. This year he selected a 2011 Camaro SS to create a promotional vehicle for DSO Eyewear.

DSOEl Camaro concept from the beginning was to build a convertible sports car that was consistent with the lifestyle of Southern California and two-seater roadster sets a new standard. This beauty captures everything convertible Angelenos love their cars: the breeze in your hair, the sun in his eyes and a roaring in the chest. This being the second Camaro Chevrolet Mangum works, the aim was to create a completely different from your previous project. Mangum designed a car with a stylish interior and comfortable to enjoy the drive and make it visually appealing.

Mangum chose 3dCarbon ground effects, side vents and spoiler to accentuate the factory lines. Classic Design Concepts provided the rear diffuser and the safety bar sports Mangum coated with carbon fiber to provide the black accents that highlight BASF Iridium Silver paint. The sheet ZL SLP has activated an air intake to keep the engine temperature down. Mangum called on Rick Pruden of MHT wheels who selected the type 45 Niche wheels in 22 × 9.5 “front and 22 × 11″ for the rear, wrapped in Pirelli P Zero Nero tires 255/30/22 and 305 / 30/22. In front PIAA headlamps, fog lamps and turn signals Oracle Lighting light the way. The whole front was given a Star Shield Armor treatment, to keep it free of imperfections along with the hood, lights and mirrors.

Camaro DSOUn parallel Lysholm screw compressor was the perfect choice to make over 580 horsepower and torque of 540 lb-ft in the LS3 engine and wheels, making instantaneous power. K & N Filters are responsible for the air entering the engine compartment, a Gibson exhaust-X handles the exhaust gases leaving the engine. AMSOIL Synthetic fluids all fluids replaced and a battery factory Odyssey Extreme ensures the engine always start LS3. Eddie Motorsports SS and L & G Enterprises applied the paint to keep the roadster at its best DSO Crew waxes and cleaners always on hand to detail their cars at numerous events.

If you walk a week in this roadster will have a smile on my face because its handling is stable by Pfadt coilover suspension, stabilizer bars and suspension bushings Hotchkis strut bar and below the frame clamp that holds everything together. Stopping power is handled by six-piston calipers Brembo Gran Tourismo rotors holding two pieces of 15 inches up front and four-piston calipers holding a similar set of rotors in the rear.

DSO Camaro TableroEl work inside Mangum is known throughout the automotive industry, detailed and elegant garments starting Katzkin leather seat inserts Tuscany accented with perforated suede with contrast stitching. The driver controls the changes through the Hurst Comp kit as steps on a pair of aluminum pedals SRP. The rest of the interior was covered with Katzkin leather from the pillars, door panels, center console and bezels to give the feeling of ultimate luxury, meanwhile, Coverking mats keep the floor without a single blemish. The system Rockford Fosgate stereo sound definitely adds a touch of fun. All sound is controlled through the touch screen Sony XNV-770BT seven inches and also has hosted a TomTom navigation kit board with a color touchscreen Scosche, with air conditioning controls and climate. All wiring was supplied by Rockfor Fosgate and a trio of Fosgate amplifiers.

P152S door components are responsible for the high and middle, while a pair of sub-buffers 10 inch P3D2 take power amplifier dedicated PBR300x1. The bass system is set up where you normally would put the rear seats, under cover special roadster designed and manufactured by MAD Industries having Ambiant Orical custom lighting under section clear acrylic cover. Walking along the grounds of this Camaro Audio, acrylic, definitely catches the eye with the magnets reversed the Rockford Fosgate 10-inch speakers that are exposed.

Mangum decided to pay homage by placing the 100th anniversary of the brand in a special place in integrating the logo on the cover of the roadster.

Camaro Automotive InteriorMangum DSO and DSO Eyewear Designs has worked on over 30 projects with cars, trucks, motorcycles and boats in the last 12 years and his Camaro SS Roadster is another example of why OEM continues to work with brands and Mangum.

DSO has its roots in extreme sports industry, but its evolution into a lifestyle brand has been well calculated resulting in a successful business. With professional athletes and celebrities using their product, DSO has enjoyed much publicity in recent years. Just as the cars continue to expose their brands to new consumers, your sunglasses protected from the sun continue to keep drivers and consumers. We can not think of a better way to enjoy the sun and surf in Southern California to ride in this beautiful car with sunglasses DSO.

Chevrolet introduced in New York’s land the new Impala 2014. With a design reminiscent of the iconic sedan born in 1956, the modern vehicle has an expressive look that really left with their mouths open to many of those present at the New York Auto Show. It is the beginning of a new era in design trend for the American brand.

Like skin, the Impala XXI century avant-garde shows. Finishes and materials is something seen only in luxury sedans. Equip all the technology to keep the driver and passengers with maximum comfort. An eight-inch touch screen serves as governor of all the amenities that the system gives Chevrolet MyLink.

Chevrolet also refers to the sedan class “M” promise prospective clients a pleasant experience when they are behind the wheel. As is customary in several Chevrolet models that are for sale, 2014 Impala will be offered in three versions: LS, LT and LTZ. The latter, the more equipped contain standard 20-inch wheels, lights, HID and LED assisted.

When you start marketing next year as Impala 2014 model, the Chevrolet is a choice of three engines. Highlights the new 2.5 liter four cylinder with 195 horsepower, but for those who like a sporty V6 is a version with 303 horsepower. In the “Green” will be a choice that comes with the E-Assit which will offer 182 horsepower and a yield of 35 mpg highway.

One of the most famous American sports, the Chevrolet Corvette, will celebrate its 60th anniversary in 2013. Therefore, the American brand is launching a special series Convertible Corvette Collector Edition 427.

If in Europe the quintessential sports myth is the Porsche 911, in the U.S. has been contested to achieve such distinction. The Chevrolet Corvette has been and it is a living legend across the Atlantic. The spring will be 60 next year and to celebrate, the U.S. firm General Motors group launched the special edition Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition.

This commemorative version inherits several technical and mechanical elements of his brothers Z06 and ZR1 Convertible. Under his spectacular body, the Collector Edition Corvette Convertible 427 accommodates a genuinely American petrol engine, namely a 7.0 naturally aspirated V8 of 512 hp at 6,300 rpm of power and 64.95 Nm at 4,800 rpm of torque. How could it be otherwise, such a fierce arsenal of moves to the rear wheels through a manual gearbox six marches.

In pursuit of offering the lowest possible weight, the Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition 427 has several body components made of carbon fiber. This material is present in the hood in the bumper, on the side skirts and the front and rear spoilers. In all, the total weight load is announced by Chevrolet of 1,522 kg, a weight / power ratio of 2.97 kg / hp.

The performance achieved by the Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition 427 are simply spectacular, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 305 km / h. Standing start, this thoroughbred American travels 400 meters in 11.8 seconds. The active damping system and Variable Magnetic Ride series will be offered for this special series.

Additionally, the Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition 427 can be selected with the 60th Anniversary pack aesthetic, distinguished by Arctic White paint body combined with longitudinal stripes Pearl Silver color. The exterior of this suit is seasoned athlete with four chrome exhaust outlets and alloy wheels of 19 or 20 inch specific design. The interior is equally achieved a dose of sportiness and elegance, using high quality materials like aluminum, leather and carbon fiber.

Next year, the Chevrolet Corvette turns 60 and to celebrate, American brand owned by General Motors will launch a special edition called Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition. This anniversary edition makes use of various technical elements and mechanical Convertible Z06 and ZR1, his brothers nearby. Under the hood we find a 7.0 naturally aspirated V8 engine to 512 bhp petrol and 4,800 rpm of torque. This power is transferred to the rear wheels through a manual gearbox with six gears.

To lighten the weight of the Corvette Collector Edition 427, the manufacturer has used carbon fiber in various body elements. For example, such material is present in the hood, bumpers and side skirts to name some areas. In total, the car weighs 1,522 kg. With all these benefits, this supercar roadster can accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in just 3.9 seconds and reach a top speed of 305 km / h. An interesting detail to note is that the system variable active damping and Magnetic Ride series will be offered for this special series.

Optionally, the optional package called ’60th Anniversary aesthetic ‘, which is distinguished by Arctic White paint body combined with longitudinal stripes Pearl Silver color. It also has aleacón rims 19 or 20-inch specific design for this edition. Once inside, the carrier has equally achieved a dose of sportiness and elegance thanks to quality materials used such as aluminum, leather or carbon fiber. It was unclear the price and number of units that will go on sale.

The Korean-built Chevrolet Spark will premiere at the North American automotive market from next July. According to Chevrolet executives, this version of Spark is so small it is difficult to predict sales volume in the U.S. will

the main objective of this car is to satisfy the demand for individuals residing in large cities, where a small car can make a difference, especially at the time to get a parking spot.

In terms of its essential features, the Chevrolet Spark has a total length of 3.67 meters long, making it 12,954 cm longer than the Fiat 500 and 14.3 inches shorter than the five-door Chevrolet Sonic.

The Chevrolet Spark is now sold in Europe, Asia, Australia, South America and Mexico. Both as Sonic Spark model cars were designed by GM Korea, in this way, the version that came to the U.S. Spark will be assembled in Korea and will be sold at a very affordable price.

Meanwhile, the Chevrolet Sonic is already marketed in the U.S. has a total cost of $ 14,660 (U.S. dollars) and is a very simple car performance and five-speed manual transmission.

Furthermore, the Chevrolet Spark reach U.S. also possess a new propulsion system. The new engine will offer General Motors 1.2-liter four-cylinder, 85.2 horsepower, while in other markets still offers the 1.0-liter version with three cylinders.

The Chevrolet marketed 8 versions in which you can choose single or double cab, drive 4 × 2 or 4 × 4 and three different trim levels. To equip the new S10 we developed a new 2.8 turbo diesel engine having a block CTDI cast iron to ensure durability, more cylinder head and crankcase cover made ​​of aluminum to reduce weight.

His innovation is in the constant variable geometry turbo, which streamlines the capture of the exhaust gases in any rotation. This ensures greater torque in all rotations, faster responses and better throttle driving. Injection system also has “common rail” and it spends an output of 180 hp at 3800 RPM and a torque of 440 Nm at 2000 RPM (for versions with manual transmission 5-speed gearbox) and 470 Nm at 2000 RPM (for version with 6-speed automatic transmission found in the LTZ crew cab 4 × 4).

New Chevrolet S10 Crew Cab LTZ has: front and rear bumpers body color with chrome detail, electronically folding outside mirrors with built-wink, door handles and chrome trim on the front grille and side, rear window defroster, alloy wheels 17 “rack rails and abutments.

Inside has a panel of flowing lines, integrated into the center console and the concept of Dual Cockpit, a trademark of Chevrolet

The Chevrolet Aveo has a new exterior design will allow you to continue to stand out as one of the best entries in its segment. The Aveo G3 (third generation of the sedan) features distinctive front grille Chevrolet globally, contour chrome emblem in the center and a newly designed elongated headlights that give it a more attractive image.

The Chevrolet Aveo G3 is equipped with a 1.6-liter 16-valve four-cylinder engine with multipoint injection letting out 103 hp at 5,800 rpm and a torque of 145 Nm at 3,600 rpm. The LS version has a 5-speed manual gearbox and LT also adds an automatic 4-speed. These features and other changes, the Aveo G3 offers a pleasant sensation of handling, comfort and reliability that characterizes the Chevrolet vehicles.

“The Aveo is a very important vehicle for the Chevrolet brand in Argentina and is part of the renewal of portfolio that we are doing,” said Sergio Rocha, President and CEO of GM Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay.

The interior of the Chevrolet Aveo G3 offers a spacious interior, with capacity for 5 adults and a trunk that has a total capacity of 350 liters. The interior design ensures the occupants more comfortable transfers. The LT version has air conditioning, radio with 6 CD changer, MP3 and auxiliary input, steering wheel audio control, remote trunk opening, folding rear seat 60/40, levantavidrios in 4 doors, central locking with remote command and steering column with height adjustment.

The Chevrolet Aveo G3 combines a modern and elegant European design, excellent quality and size to ensure a high level of comfort.

Regarding security, the Chevrolet Aveo G3 has side guards and a structure of high strength steel that covers the passenger compartment, designed to maintain the integrity of the passenger compartment. Furthermore, the LT version has dual front airbags, ABS, fog lights, alarm system, engine immobilizer and belts three points, the front also have height adjustment. The steering column is collapsible
on impact and have child locks on rear doors for the protection of children. In addition, this version has alloy wheels 15 “.

It also offers a warning system that activates when the lights are left on when not have seat belts or to the neglect of the key in place.

“The Aveo is the perfect choice for customers looking for a family car, practical and functional with an urban focus. This new generation of vehicle contribute to the consolidation of the local market, “said Paul Orth Riveroll, Commercial Director of GM Argentina.

Chevrolet will continue to offer the range of exclusive accessories for Aveo that allows customers to put their vehicle according to your tastes and needs. All Chevrolet Genuine Accessories are developed under strict quality standards to provide the best products to customers. They will be available in the Chevrolet Dealers Network.

The Chevrolet Aveo G3 will be available in 5 colors: white, silver switchblade, metallic black, blue and gray marine storm and offer a 2 year warranty with unlimited mileage.

GM has improved by four tenths market share, reaching 11.9% of the global automotive industry. Sales have risen in all four regions (North America, South America, Europe and International Operations GMIO), in which GM has sold a total of 9,025,942 vehicles, compared with 8,385,484 in 2010.

The main market is America, with total sales of 1,775,812 vehicles, up 13% more than in 2010. China has reached a record 595,068 units sold, up 9.5% on the previous year. Other markets where sales have increased significantly inter include Vietnam (79%), Russia (49%), Turkey (30%) and Germany (21%).

Chevrolet is setting its global presence by offering cars like the Cruze, Aveo (Sonic) and the Spark, the new Malibu sedan, the Orlando MPV and pick up the Colorado, which are designed for various driving situations and preferences customers on five continents.

The Chevrolet Cruze compact sedan led the worldwide sales of the brand with more than 670,000 units in 2011, making it the best-selling Chevrolet model worldwide, with over 1.13 million units since its launch in 2009 . In the U.S., Chevrolet was the leading brand of passenger cars in 2011, largely thanks to the success of the Cruze.

At the beginning of its second century of existence, Chevrolet continues to expand its global nature, with more than 60% of its sales outside the United States.