1970 Chevrolet Camaro Supercharged LT4 autoblog.com Press Release: Classic 1970 Camaro Shows Supercharged LT4 Heart Contemporized muscle car highlights new Corvette Z06-based crate engine LAS VEGAS – Chevrolet Performance is showing off the new LT4 crate engine in the most attractive way possible – under the hood of a classic 1970 Camaro RS. The concept vehicle was introduced today at the SEMA Show, in Las Vegas. As the supercharged 6.2L heart of the Corvette Z06, the LT4 is rated at 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful production-vehicle engine ever from General Motors. The new crate engine – offered in dry-sump and wet-sump versions – allows builders to use the high-tech performance engine in their hot rod projects. This Camaro concept uses the wet-sump kit, along with complementing air conditioning and front-end accessory drive kits. "Chevrolet Performance pioneered the concept of high-performance crate engines and the LT4 represents a new threshold in technologically advanced, production-based choices for builders," said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. "Whether it's in a classic Camaro, like this resto-mod concept, or a vintage truck or street rod, the possibilities are almost endless – and that's exactly how we continue to fuel the dreams of enthusiasts." In addition to the LT4 crate engine, the Camaro features a T-56 Super Magnum six-speed manual transmission. To harness the power of the supercharged powertrain, the concept's chassis and suspension systems have been upgraded with an independent front suspension with coil-overs and a rack-and-pinion steering system, as well as a four-link rear suspension, also with coil-overs. It rides on a set of 19-inch polished aluminum wheels and stops with the assistance of Corvette Z06-based front and rear disc brake kits developed as upgrades for the Stingray. A blend of design cues inspired by the all-new 2016 Camaro complements the contemporary powertrain that drives the vintage muscle car, starting with the Hyper Blue Metallic exterior color. It's one of the available colors on the Gen Six Camaro and it's accented with white rally stripes – just like the 2016 Camaro Hyper concept on display at the SEMA Show. The exterior also features LED headlamps and taillamps, as additional nods to 21st century technology. Inside, the black, stock-appearing cabin features custom-trimmed seats from a third-generation Camaro and a custom instrument cluster with new gauges that work with the powertrain's electronic systems. The instrument panel itself is wrapped in custom-trimmed leather. There's also a six-point roll cage for added protection. About the LT4 crate engine The LT4 is based on the same Gen V small block architecture as the LT1 engine used in the Corvette Stingray and 2016 Camaro SS, with several unique features designed to support its higher output and the greater cylinder pressures created by forced induction. They include Rotacast A356T6 aluminum cylinder heads that are stronger and handle heat better than conventional castings, lightweight titanium intake valves and stronger forged aluminum pistons. [I]Chevrolet Performance offers the LT4 with wet-sump (part number 19332702) or dry-sump (part number 19332702) oiling packages. Front-end accessory drive systems are offered for both applications, along with an air conditioning kit and a power-steering kit (wet sump only).[/I] [FONT=Helvetica Neue][I]An engine controller –part number 19331517 – is available for manual transmission applications. A custom control system must be used for automatic applications.[/I][/FONT]The 1970 Camaro LT4 concept vehicle is one of more than 20 additional concept and production vehicles at the SEMA Show designed to showcase Chevrolet's growing range of vehicle accessories, performance parts, crate engines and transmissions. Chevrolet Chevrolet Camaro Black Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Camaro Black concept This blacked-out Camaro SS concept makes a simple-yet-powerful styling statement – one increasingly popular with performance enthusiasts. "It is a very popular thing customers do with the fifth-generation Camaro and we wanted to be the first to show how it looks with the new Gen Six," said Adam Barry, senior creative designer, Chevrolet Camaro. "I'll tell you – it looks pretty sinister." Starting with the production Mosaic Black Metallic exterior color, the Camaro features several custom exterior treatments, including Mosaic Black Metallic hood vents, black-outlined SS badges, black-tinted windows, special Black Edition logos on the fenders, steering wheel and console cover – and black 20-inch aluminum wheels. The additional exterior and interior features come from the new Camaro portfolio from Chevrolet Accessories, including: • Ground effects kit [I]• Darkened taillamps [I]• Rear blade spoiler [I]• Black bowtie emblems [I]• Black interior Spectrum door trim lighting [I]• Chevrolet Performance-logo floor mats with light grey edging [I]• Black suede knee pads. [I]The Camaro Black concept backs up its sinister look with new performance parts, including exhaust and air intake kits, a brake upgrade kit and the new suspension- lowering kit.[/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I] Chevrolet Chevrolet Camaro Hyper Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Camaro Hyper concept [I]The Camaro Hyper concept strikes a bold and sophisticated pose with its Hyper Blue Metallic exterior contrasting with a new Ceramic White interior.It's a combination customers can order with the 2016 Camaro, but this customized version adds heritage-inspired cues, including Chevrolet Accessories white rally stripes and "Camaro" fender badges. It also wears the rear spoiler from the RS package and Chevrolet Accessories 20-inch polished forged aluminum wheels. [I]The additional exterior and interior features are available from Chevrolet Accessories and Chevrolet Performance. They include: [I]• Front fascia extension painted body color [I]• LT upper and lower grilles with Silver Ice Metallic inserts [I]• Blue engine cover [I]• Black illuminated front bowtie emblem [I]• Ceramic White interior knee pads [I]• Black interior Spectrum door trim lighting [I]• Camaro-logo embroidered armrest cover [I]• Camaro-badge floor mats [I]• Suspension lowering kit [I]• Performance exhaust.[/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I][/I] [I]Chevrolet [/I][COLOR=#000000][SIZE=2][B]Chevrolet Camaro Krypton Concept [IMG]http://www.blogcdn.com/slideshows/images/slides/368/908/9/S3689089/slug/l/2015-sema-chevrolet-camaro-krypton-075-1.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://www.blogcdn.com/slideshows/images/slides/368/909/0/S3689090/slug/l/2015-sema-chevrolet-camaro-krypton-076-1.jpg[/IMG] autoblog.com [/B][/SIZE][/COLOR][COLOR=#000000][SIZE=2] [B]Press Release: [FONT=arial] [I]Camaro Krypton concept [I]Krypton is one of the six nobles gases and is used to help illuminate fluorescent lights. When combined with other gases, it can create a greenish-yellow luminous lighting effect similar to neon. [I]That luminescent quality was the inspiration behind the Camaro Krypton concept's exterior color. The fluorescent green primary color is officially called Krypton Green and is a custom hue developed exclusively for this Gen Six SEMA concept. [I]Camaro Krypton features an electroluminescent paint technology. With the flip of a switch, the dynamic design comes alive with illuminated bowties on the body sides. [I]The concept also features the available RS package, which includes 20-inch wheels, high-intensity discharge headlamps custom-trimmed in green, darkened taillamps, unique upper and lower grilles and a rear spoiler. Additionally, this custom Camaro strikes a sportier stance with the new Chevrolet Performance lowering kit and sounds strong with the available dual-mode exhaust – with custom-painted exhaust tips.[/I][/I][/I][/I][/I] [/FONT] [I][I][I]Chevrolet[/I][/I][/I][/B][/SIZE][/COLOR]
Chevrolet Camaro Performance Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Camaro Chevrolet Performance concept The Camaro has long been associated with performance and this concept uses new components, including a performance air intake, exhaust system and a red engine cover, as well as a new suspension-lowering kit and a Brembo® front brake upgrade kit with six-piston calipers. On the outside, the Summit White exterior color is accented with "Chevrolet Performance" and stripe graphics, a blacked-out panel between the taillamps, concept 20-inch accessory wheels and the following Chevrolet accessories: • Darkened taillamps • Blade-style rear spoiler • Front fascia extension • SS grille with red insert • Black front and rear bowtie emblems. Inside, the Camaro concept is trimmed in Jet Black leather and accented with Chevrolet Accessories components, including Red Hot door accent trim, Chevrolet Performance-logo console armrest cover and floor mats, pedal covers and Jet Black suede knee pads. It also features knee pads with black suede. Chevrolet Chevrolet Camaro Red Line Series Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Camaro Red Line Series concept Custom and concept components: Satin Graphite mirror caps and window moldings Hash mark and decklid panel graphics 20-inch wheels in Satin Graphite with red accent Camaro nameplates in gloss black with red accent Red fog lamp bezels Chevrolet Accessories and Chevrolet Performance components: Suspension lowering kit Air intake kit Brake package Black bowtie kit and fender badge kit Upper and lower grille inserts in red Darkened taillamps Premium carpeted floor mats, cargo mat and sill plates. Chevrolet Chevrolet COPO Camaro WCF Press Release: With assistance from NHRA Camaro Funny Car driver Courtney Force, Chevrolet introduced the Gen Six COPO Camaro today at the SEMA Show. After visiting the COPO build center, Force collaborated with Chevrolet designers to create a custom appearance for the 2016 COPO Camaro SEMA show car. It will be auctioned at a Barrett-Jackson sale in 2016, with the proceeds going to United Way. Chevrolet will build 69 COPO Camaro race cars for 2016, extending the production legacy that began in 2012 with the fifth-generation Camaro. Like the previous editions, the new COPO Camaro is designed for NHRA’s Stock and Super Stock Eliminator classes. “With the new Gen Six Camaro as its foundation, the 2016 COPO Camaro begins the next chapter of an historic racing legacy,” said Jim Campbell, Chevrolet U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. “It’s great to have Courtney Force on Team Chevy and to work with her on the design of the new COPO Camaro show car. Most important, her effort will help raise money for a great cause.” The 2016 COPO Camaro benefits from the lighter and stronger body structure of the Gen Six. Extensive computer-aided engineering helped increase structural rigidity by 28 percent, while the body-in-white mass was reduced by 133 pounds (60.5 kg). Less mass and greater strength, along with the body’s sleeker profile in the wind, will help give racers an edge. It offers greater aerodynamic performance than the fifth-generation Camaro. The show car features a Red Hot exterior color with Courtney Force-signature graphics and red-accented grille trim. Under its carbon fiber high-rise hood is a concept 350 racing engine with a Whipple 2.9L supercharger. “I was extremely honored to work with Chevrolet and help design the 2016 COPO Camaro we unveiled today at the SEMA show,” said Courtney Force. “The bright red color and the signature slash marks towards the back on the car bring a part of my Traxxas Chevrolet Camaro Funny Car to the COPO Camaro, which I think is really cool. The proceeds from this car go to a great cause and benefit the United Way Foundation, so it's an awesome project all around." The car’s exterior cues also include wheelie bars and a parachute, along with Goodyear racing tires mounted on Weld lightweight racing wheels. Inside, the COPO show car features an NHRA-certified chrome-moly roll cage, lightweight racing bucket seats personalized with the COPO logo and Courtney Force’s signature, five-point safety harnesses and a floor-mounted shifter. The instrument panel contains racing gauges and a competition switch panel. The production COPO race cars will be fitted with racing chassis and suspension components, including a unique solid rear axle system in place of a regular-production Camaro’s independent rear axle. Details include: Chevrolet
Chevrolet Spark RS Concept Press Release: Spark RS concept Built to showcase dynamic appearance of the all-new, 2016 Chevrolet Spark, this concept applies the sporty RS treatment that has distinguished Camaro, Sonic and Cruze production models. The Spark RS features a concept carbon-fiber front splitter, rocker extensions and a carbon-fiber rear-lower extension. Seventeen-inch wheels inspired by the Corvette Z07 fill out the wheel openings, while a lowered suspension gives the car an aggressive stance. The exterior is finished in Dark Liquid Switchblade Silver, with custom graphic accents. "Every Chevrolet has the DNA of the Corvette and the Spark RS concept shows how the brand's smallest car can deliver big on personalization," said Todd Parker, director of design, Global Chevrolet. "It advances the RS heritage and interprets it in an entirely new way." The Spark RS concept is the result of a collaboration between Chevrolet's design studios in North America and Korea. Chevrolet is gauging public opinion of the car in its evaluation for possible production. Chevrolet Chevrolet Trax Red Line Series Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Trax Red Line Series concept Custom and concept components: Satin Graphite accents on the mirror caps, grille surround and openings, window moldings and fog lamp bezels Custom Trax nameplates in gloss black with red accent Tinted taillamp lenses and windows Suspension lowering kit Chevrolet Accessories components: 18-inch wheels (with custom red accents) and center caps Black bowtie kit Roof rack cross rails Roof mounts by Thule® Floor mats and all-weather cargo tray. Chevrolet Chevrolet Malibu Red Line Series Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Malibu Red Line Series concept Custom and concept components: Satin Graphite window molding accent Chevrolet Accessories concept black bowtie kit, rear spoiler, hash mark graphics, grille surround and inserts Malibu nameplate in gloss black with red accent Red fog lamp bezels Tinted taillamp lenses and windows Chevrolet Performance concept suspension lowering kit Chevrolet Accessories components: 19-inch wheels (with custom red accent) and center caps Black mirror caps Roof rack by Thule® – with mounted skis and snowboard Floor liners, cargo mat and sport pedal kit. Chevrolet Chevrolet Colorado ZT1 Trail Boss 3.0 Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Colorado Z71 Trail Boss 3.0 Concept Shows Off-Road Style New styling accessories, performance parts enhance trail-ready capability LAS VEGAS – The Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Edition is designed for those who want to blaze their own trails and Chevrolet's new Z71 Trail Boss 3.0 concept vehicle enhances its off-road style with new Chevrolet accessories and performance parts. Chevrolet introduced the new concept vehicle at the SEMA Show today, where it joined concept versions of the Silverado 1500 and HD models to demonstrate the depth and breadth of the brand's three-truck lineup. "The Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Edition is made for tackling the tough terrain required to get away from it all and this concept version does it with rugged style," said Sandor Piszar, director of Chevrolet Truck Marketing. "And whether it's the Colorado, Silverado 1500 or Silverado HD, there's a Chevy truck to take you where you want to go, regardless of whether there's a road leading there." The production 2016 Colorado Z71 Trail Boss is offered in extended and crew cab configurations, with a choice of a long or short cargo bed and available 4WD – as well as the all-new 2.8L Duramax turbo-diesel, which takes the maximum trailering rating up to 7,700 pounds. In addition to Chevy's proven off-road truck suspension package, the Z71 Trail Boss Edition features: - Cargo bed-mounted sport bar with LED trail lighting - Black fender flares - Black bowtie emblems, front and rear - 17-inch black-painted aluminum wheels matched with Goodyear DuraTrac 265/65R17 all-terrain tires - G80 automatic locking rear differential - 4WD transfer case shield - Front recovery hooks - Black, three-inch round rocker steps - Spray-in bedliner - Projector beam headlamps - Front fog lamps - All-weather floor mats with the Z71 logo. The Trail Boss 3.0 concept is based on the Crew Cab 4WD model – in Red Hot – and takes its style to a higher level with new accessory rally stripe graphics and performance exhaust. There's also a performance air intake under the hood. It also incorporates a number of custom and concept styling touches, including an illuminated front bowtie emblem in the grille, body-color door handles and mirror caps, and rocker bars. Additionally, custom touches adorn the interior, including a concept ambient lighting system. Rubberized floor liners, a brushed metal interior trim kit and stainless steel sill plates add further distinction and are part of the portfolio of accessories offered by Chevrolet. "At its core, the Trail Boss offers owners the gear-carrying ability and versatility they need to venture off-road, with segment-leading efficiency and capability," said Piszar. "The Trail Boss 3.0 concept builds on that to show the choices from Chevrolet to help customers personalize their truck." The Colorado Z71 Trail Boss 3.0 concept joins more than 20 Chevrolet concept and production vehicles this week at the SEMA Show, in Las Vegas. As with other concepts, Chevrolet will evaluate responses and opinions to help determine production possibilities for additional parts and accessories, as well as special-edition models. Chevrolet
Chevrolet Colorado Red Line Series Concept autoblog.com Chevrolet Chevrolet Silverado Realtree Bone Collector autoblog.com Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Special OPS Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Chevrolet Introduces Silverado Special Ops Concept Military-inspired truck reinforces capability with go-anywhere style LAS VEGAS – Chevrolet's 2016 Silverado Special Ops concept imagines a unique rescue vehicle for special-operations forces. It is based on the Silverado 1500 Z71, which features a new front-end design and new technologies built into its strong, high-strength steel body structure and fully boxed frame, and draws its design inspiration from naval design aesthetics. "This Silverado concept is a multipurpose truck that reflects the go-anywhere, do-anything commitment of special-forces teams," said Jim Campbell, GM U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports. The naval-inspired camo appearance, called Razzle Dazzle, was developed more than 100 years ago to disguise a ship's speed, direction and profile to the enemy's eye. It is based on a three-tone blue exterior color, marked by a distinctive array of varying colored lines and shapes intended to mask the ship. "We created light, medium and darker shaded areas within camouflage bands flowing down the hood, body sides and tailgate," said Todd Parker, director of design, Chevrolet Accessories. "That effect gives tremendous depth to the Silverado's body, while reinforcing the nautical heritage of the unique camo design." The concept blends unique components and new parts from Chevrolet Accessories' portfolio for Silverado to create a truck that offers enhanced capability for just about any mission. Distinguishing features include a bed-mounted sport bar with LED lights, off-road tires, wheel flares, custom rocker guards, bed-mounted GearOn™ utility rack storage system and more. A narrow light bar with six-inch LED light strips stretches across the top of the body-color grille – which is accented with black grille inserts – while black bowtie emblems complete the appearance. Inside, the military-theme cues continue, with a bright Ejector Orange color used on the door pulls and glove box handle. The seats are trimmed with waterproof covers and the floors have waterproof liners, while the instrument panel and armrests echo the Razzle Dazzle camo paint scheme carried out on the exterior. The complete list of Chevrolet Accessories and concept parts includes: • Black bowtie emblems • Underbody shield • Sport bar • LED off-road lights • Wheel flares • 20-inch five spoke aluminum wheels with off-road tires (production option) • Rocker guards • Cargo tie-down rings • Front Floor liners • Spray-in bedliner (production option) • Embroidered headrests with the Special Ops logo. Chevrolet Performance further enhances the driving experience-and-style- of this Silverado concept with an air intake, exhaust kit, and a concept 6 piston brake package. Chevrolet Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Red Line Series Concept Press Release: Silverado 1500 Red Line Series concept Custom and concept components: Satin Graphite mirror caps, window moldings, grille surround and inserts, door handles and fog lamp bezels Red tow hooks Z71 bedside graphics and Silverado nameplates in black with red accents Tinted taillamp lenses and windows Chevrolet Accessories and Chevrolet Performance components: Air intake and exhaust kits Brembo front brake kit 22-inch wheels (with custom red accents) and center caps Black bowtie kit Black-chrome exhaust tip Assist steps and cargo bed extender GearOn™ cargo rings and cross rails Hull-a-Port mounts and straps by Thule® Floor liners. Chevrolet Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Kid Rock Concept autoblog.com Press Release: Silverado 3500HD Kid Rock Concept Celebrates Freedom Boldly styled custom 'dually' truck honors working-class Americans LAS VEGAS – Inspired by his hit song "Born Free," musician Kid Rock collaborated with Chevrolet to design a customized 2016 Silverado 3500HD "dually" that celebrates freedom and honors American workers. The truck was introduced today at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas, where it joined other personalized Chevy truck concepts designed to showcase the depth and breadth of the brand's pickup truck lineup. Michigan-born Kid Rock visited the Silverado HD assembly plant in Flint, Mich., to meet with the members of UAW Local 598, who built the truck, before driving it to Chevrolet's design studio to share his ideas for its customization. "The Flint plant – and everyone on the line – is the backbone of America," said Kid Rock. "I wanted the design for the truck to be bold, but with features and elements that wouldn't be out of reach for working-class guys." As a result, his Silverado features several enhancements, including a custom chrome grille with the Born Free logo and an enlarged Chevy Bowtie emblem, chrome exhaust stacks and patriotic graphics that flow across the body sides. A unique execution of the patriotic motif was an idea he expressed at the start of the project. "With Kid Rock's input, we came up with a chrome-like silver-metallic design that conveys an industrial, made-in-Detroit aesthetic that totally complements the other bold elements of the truck," said Todd Parker, design director, Chevrolet Accessories. Additional exterior features include black metallic-flecked paint, 22-inch custom chrome wheels, tinted windows, chrome assist steps and a spray-in bedliner. The interior further reflects Kid Rock's expressive style, with unique Sky Cool Gray leather-appointed seats featuring metallic-appearing inserts patterned after acid-wash jeans. It also includes black carpeted floor liners and a blacked-out instrument panel with silver trim, Made in Detroit-logo sill plates and glovebox emblem, and a custom Kicker® sound system. Rounding out Kid Rock's ride to freedom and fun is a pair of Gibbs Sports Quadskis, which convert from all-terrain vehicles to personal watercrafts. They are secured on a trailer hitched to the Silverado 3500HD, which is powered by the proven Duramax 6.6L turbo-diesel engine and Allison 1000 six-speed automatic transmission. With the 4WD dually configuration, it offers a class-leading maximum conventional trailering rating of 20,000 pounds (9,072 kg) and 22,600 pounds (10,251 kg) with a fifth-wheel or gooseneck hitch. Features such as integrated cruise control, powertrain grade braking and diesel exhaust braking enhance control and confidence when trailering. New for the 2016 Silverado HD is Digital Steering Assist power steering on select double cab and crew cab models. It helps make hauling and trailering easier with electronic controls that enhance road holding and stability on the highway – particularly on crowned roads – regardless of whether the truck is loaded.It also offers greater responsiveness and an improved steering feel. "Visiting the Silverado factory was one of the coolest and most meaningful things I've done," said Kid Rock. "This truck is all about celebrating the people who build it and the freedom it enables." Chevrolet
