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Chevy Spark and Spark EV Ready to Ignite City-car Segment

by Chevrolet in the News on October 14, 2011

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For a small car, the new Chevy Spark is set to attract a large range of drivers: First-time buyers, city dwellers and electric-vehicle supporters—and consumers who are all of the above—should all be flocking to Chevrolet dealerships when the brand’s new city car makes its debut beginning next year.
The four-seat, five-door hatchback is just a few inches longer than the Fiat 500, but it will be packed with features and content, including, in key markets, an available all-electric powertrain. And notably, that propulsion system will boast an advanced nanophosphate lithium-ion battery pack from the proven EV-battery experts at A123 Systems.
“The Spark EV offers customers living in urban areas who have predictable driving patterns or short commutes an all-electric option,” said Jim Federico, global vehicle chief engineer for electric vehicles at Chevrolet. “It complements Chevrolet’s growing range of electrified vehicles, including the Volt extended-range EV and the 2013 Malibu Eco with eAssist technology.
“The Spark EV is another step in Chevrolet’s plan to provide customers with a variety of electrification solutions to address the lifestyle and transportation needs of people around the world.”
But the gas-only Spark will be plenty efficient, too, thanks to a peppy 1.2-liter I4 engine that makes 83 hp in its North American configuration, mated to either a standard five-speed manual transmission or an available automatic. Also in the mix will be standard peace-of-mind features like an extensive powertrain warranty and GM’s OnStar in-vehicle safety and security system, as well as available upscale amenities such as a color touch-screen audio setup, Chevrolet’s MyLink connectivity system with Pandora and Stitcher Internet radio, Bluetooth functionality, chrome exterior accented, alloy wheels and heated “leatherette” seats.
As a result, “For young, urban dwellers, the 2013 Chevrolet Spark can be their key to the city,” according to Chris Perry, vice president, global Chevrolet marketing and strategy. “Spark’s vibrant exterior and interior colors make a statement, but it is a practical car, too. Affordable, maneuverable and very fuel-efficient, Spark will be easy to own and easy to drive.”
The 2013 Chevrolet Spark will make its U.S. debut at November’s L.A. International Auto Show then reach Chevy dealerships in 2012; per General Motors, the Spark EV “will be sold in limited quantities in select U.S. and global markets starting in 2013.”

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Consumers Vote Volt No. 1 At Edmunds.com

by Chevrolet in the News on September 2, 2011

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In addition to being one of the nation’s premier resources for online vehicle research, Edmunds.com also provides a key opportunity for owners themselves to review their vehicles, creating a unique—and important—measure of quality from consumers who know those vehicles best. And this year, it was the Chevrolet Volt that came out on top of its class in the website’s 2011 Consumers’ Top Rated vehicles list, besting all other vehicles in the “Hybrid” segment. (Note: As Edmunds.com admits, the Volt “isn’t really a hybrid like the Toyota Prius,” but the site didn’t have another category in which to put the unique Chevy!)
Comments from new Chevy Volt drivers included:

• “I have owned my Volt since mid-March, and have used exactly 20 gallons of gas over 3,100 miles. I also own a Prius and feel that the Volt, though a bit smaller, is a big leap forward over that fine car. The Volt is quicker, handles better, is quieter, has much lower operating cost/mile (I pay only $0.10 per kWh), and has been totally glitch-free. It’s an astonishing achievement.”
• “The Volt is my first American car, ever. I currently also have a VW and SAAB. The ride and handling to me are very much like a European vehicle. The fit and finish are impressive. This is an extremely well-thought-out vehicle.”
• “My Volt is incredible. My lifetime mpg is 112 and rising. I’ve driven over 1,000 miles without any gas. I didn’t buy any gas the first month I owed it. It has a sport mode that makes it fun and sporty to drive with speed to jerk your head back. It’s as powerful as a V6. I’m loving it.
• “The car, the concept, everything about it is game changing. My other car is a CTS-V and it has been parked ever since I got the Volt. Saving gas $$ is not my objective—using the cutting-edge technology and proving it in everyday use is the fun part.”
• “The Volt is absolutely the best car I’ve ever driven. It’s quick, nimble, stylish, and simply incomparable from a technology standpoint.”
• “Now in my second month and still have not used more than 2 gallons of gas. The car is surprisingly responsive, feels solid and has had no bugs, defects or annoyances that sometimes accompany new purchases. My average battery range is about 42 miles, but with the range-extending on-board generator, there is no anxiety whatsoever about ‘getting there.’ Moving from my prior Mercedes S 430, I find the Volt to be a remarkably well-engineered product.”

Perhaps even more remarkable: When the 2012 Volt goes on sale later this year, it will have a starting price that’s more than $1,000 below that of the 2011 base model. Showcasing an MSRP that begins at $39,995, and a net cost to consumers of just $32,495 (after a full $7,500 federal tax credit), the 2012 Chevy Volt is available for ordering now—at Chevrolet dealerships in all 50 states.

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Chevy Boosts Cruze Fuel Economy For 2012

by CHEVROLET IN THE NEWS on AUGUST 2, 2011

Even though the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is so popular it became the best-selling compact in America just months after its launch, and the Cruze Eco is so economical that it’s actually the most fuel-efficient gas-only vehicle in the country, Chevy wasn’t about to rest on its laurels. Instead, engineers worked diligently to make the 2012 Cruze even more fuel efficient—and succeeded.

Thanks to a revised axle ratio, the 2012 Cruze Eco with its standard 1.4-liter turbocharged Ecotec engine and available six-speed automatic transmission will be able to achieve up to 39 mpg highway, while the standard Cruze with the same powertrain will be able to reach 38 mpg highway.

Said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing: “Fuel economy is the top reason customers buy a compact and the Cruze’s greater efficiency for 2012 makes it all the more attractive.”

But that’s not all that’s new for the new model year. In addition to increasing the Cruze’s fuel economy, Chevy also is increasing its value by incorporating one of 2011’s most popular option packages into the car’s already long list of standard features. The new content includes:

• Bluetooth phone connectivity
• A USB port
• Steering-wheel-mounted audio controls
• Cruise control
• A leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob

And remember, this is on top of standard equipment like air conditioning, remote keyless entry, an AM/FM/CD/MP3 sound system with a three-month complimentary subscription to SiriusXM satellite radio, power windows, a fuel-saving rack-mounted electric power steering system and a segment-best 10 air bags.

“Chevrolet is committed to responding to what customers want and making it easier for them,” said Scheidt. “Adding these previously optional features streamlines the ordering process and answers the call of what our customers told us should be standard.”

The 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will go on sale later this year.

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Chevrolet Confirms Diesel-Powered Cruze In 2013

by CHEVROLET IN THE NEWS on JULY 27, 2011

Diesels are often praised for their strong fuel economy, and they’re increasingly seen as an attractive alternative to gasoline- and hybrid-powered vehicles. However, few manufactures offer diesels here in the Unites States. Apparently, Chevrolet is listening and is eager to satisfy customers that want more diesel options.

For 2013, Chevrolet will add a diesel-powered variant to the Cruze lineup. Diesel Cruzes are already on sale in Europe, but they will soon become an option for car buyers in North America for the very first time.

Although the Cruze is already one of Chevy’s most fuel-efficient models, the addition of a diesel engine will give even more options to car buyers that are searching for high-mileage. The availability of a diesel model will compliment the42 mpg Cruze Eco, which is currently the most fuel-efficient gas-powered/non-hybrid vehicle in America.

In addition to offering strong fuel economy, another engine option will likely fuel the Cruze’s popularity. The compact has recorded a total of 24,896 sales in the United States in June, the fifth consecutive month sales have exceeded 20,000 units. As Chevrolet’s share of the compact-car segment grows, the automaker is eager to give customers even more to love. 

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Charging Station for Electric Cars coming to Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg

Zeigler Chevrolet is so excited about the Chevy Volt which is due to be at the dealership in the next 45 days. Zeigler Chevrolet will be the first in the area to have a charging station in front of the dealership for your electric car when it needs a quick charge. Check back with us at our website for more information to come. http://www.zeiglerchevroletschaumburg.com

2012 Chevy Volt Available for Ordering at Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg

In another major step forward for green transportation, Chevrolet dealers across the country are now taking orders for the 2012 Chevy Volt. And while availability of the Volt will increase dramatically—the 2011 model launched in seven states and Washington, D.C.—its starting price actually will decrease. Thanks to economies of scale that come with expanded production, the 2012 Volt will have an MSRP of $39,995; that’s more than $1,000 lower than the sticker price of the first Volts, and it can be further lowered by up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, bringing the car’s net cost to consumers down to $32,495.

And take note, that reduced price includes more features, too, like:

• Two new exterior colors (Summit White and Blue Topaz Metallic) and two new interior accent colors (White and Spiced Red)
• Standard keyless access with passive locking, which can automatically lock or unlock the Volt’s doors when the key fob gets close to the vehicle
• Standard three-year subscription to OnStar Turn by Turn navigation services
• Standard Chevrolet MyLink, providing Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones (late availability)
• Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player, MP3 playback and 7-inch diagonal color touch-screen display
• Optional in-dash navigation system
• Optional 17-inch sport alloy wheels with black inserts (late availability)

Chevrolet also will continue its stellar (and standard) warranty coverage, which includes:

• An eight-year/100,000-mile limited warranty on the Volt’s 16-kWh lithium-ion battery
• Three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper coverage
• Five-year/100,000-mile roadside assistance and courtesy transportation
• Five-year/100,000-mile limited gas engine coverage
• Six-year/100,000-mile corrosion protection coverage

“We are giving consumers greater choice of content as the Volt becomes available nationwide by the end of this year,” said Cristi Landy, Volt marketing director. “This gives us the opportunity to be more flexible in our pricing and still provide additional high-tech content to customers who want to purchase it.”

To place your order for the 2012 Volt—which will still deliver an all-electric, no-emissions driving range of up to 35 miles and a total driving range of up to 379 miles—contact Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg today.

The New Chevy Sonic at Zeigler Chevrolet Schaumburg

When it comes to helping the country move toward a greener future, building high-quality, high-efficiency new cars like the Chevrolet Sonic and Buick Veranois just part of the battle. At General Motors, how those cars are built is just as important. That’s why when the Sonic and Verano go into production this fall, they’ll be manufactured at a GM assembly plant that gets 40 percent of its energy by burning landfill gas.

And not only will using landfill gas at its Orion Assembly Plant in Lake Orion, Mich., help GM save $1.1 million per year in energy costs, it also will greatly reduce the amount of greenhouse gases, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides released into the air. In addition, it’s just one of the many steps GM is taking to shrink the environmental impact of assembling its new small cars, including:

• Upgrading the Orion facility’s lighting, which each year cuts electricity usage by 5,944 megawatts and reduces CO2 emissions by 3,676 metric tons, while saving GM $430,000 in annual energy costs.
• Implementing waste-reduction programs that have helped plant workers reduce total waste by more than 25 percent in just five years.
• Launching an enhanced paint shop that uses 50 percent less energy per car than the one it replaced, without sacrificing paint quality or appearance.

“With these improvements, we’ll reduce greenhouse gas production by about 80,000 metric tons at a full three-shift capacity,” said Maureen Midgley, GM executive director of Global Manufacturing Engineering. “This is equivalent to the emissions from 14,000 vehicles per year, and the electricity reduction is equal to the output from 3,500 homes.”

Both the turbocharged Chevy Sonic—available in both hatchback and sedan configurations—and the elegant Buick Verano—Buick’s premium compact sedan—will go into production this fall and reach dealerships before the end of the year.

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GM Uses Gas To Save Gas With Chevy Sonic, Buick Verano

When it comes to helping the country move toward a greener future, building high-quality, high-efficiency new cars like the Chevrolet Sonic and Buick Verano is just part of the battle. At General Motors, how those cars are built is just as important. That’s why when the Sonic and Verano go into production this fall, they’ll be manufactured at a GM assembly plant that gets 40 percent of its energy by burning landfill gas.
And not only will using landfill gas at its Orion Assembly Plant in Lake Orion, Mich., help GM save $1.1 million per year in energy costs, it also will greatly reduce the amount of greenhouse gases, sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides released into the air. In addition, it’s just one of the many steps GM is taking to shrink the environmental impact of assembling its new small cars, including:

• Upgrading the Orion facility’s lighting, which each year cuts electricity usage by 5,944 megawatts and reduces CO2 emissions by 3,676 metric tons, while saving GM $430,000 in annual energy costs.
• Implementing waste-reduction programs that have helped plant workers reduce total waste by more than 25 percent in just five years.
• Launching an enhanced paint shop that uses 50 percent less energy per car than the one it replaced, without sacrificing paint quality or appearance.

“With these improvements, we’ll reduce greenhouse gas production by about 80,000 metric tons at a full three-shift capacity,” said Maureen Midgley, GM executive director of Global Manufacturing Engineering. “This is equivalent to the emissions from 14,000 vehicles per year, and the electricity reduction is equal to the output from 3,500 homes.”
Both the turbocharged Chevy Sonic—available in both hatchback and sedan configurations—and the elegant Buick Verano—Buick’s premium compact sedan—will go into production this fall and reach dealerships before the end of the year.

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Chevy Volt Earns IIHS “Top Safety Pick” Status

by Chevrolet in the News on May 26, 2011

Already one of the most innovative and highly awarded vehicles ever built by Chevrolet, the all-new Chevy Volt also is one of the safest: Just ask the experts at the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), which recently recognized the world’s first mass-produced extended-range electric vehicle with its much coveted “Top Safety Pick” honor.
Just like other Top Safety Picks, the Volt had to both offer electronic stability control—a standard feature on the Chevy—and garner the highest possible scores in IIHS evaluations of side, rear, frontal and rollover crash protection. On the other hand, one particular Volt characteristic did have a noticeable affect on its safety performance. Because of its high-efficiency battery pack, the Volt outweighs many similarly sized vehicles on the road today, and those added pounds can mean added protection to occupants.
Because size and weight affect crashworthiness, as explained by Joe Nolan, chief administrative officer for the IIHS, the Volt’s extra mass provides it with “a safety advantage over other small cars,” making it “a win-win for fuel economy and safety.”
In addition, the Volt showcases a wide range of standard safety content, including:

• GM’s StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
• Front side, knee and full-length side-curtain airbags
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for Children) compatibility for safety seats
• A five-year subscription to the OnStar Directions and Connections Plan with Automatic Crash Response, stolen vehicle assistance and navigation capabilities
• A driver-operated alert feature, developed in conjunction with the American Federation of the Blind, that can be used when the Volt is running in its near-silent all-electric mode to sound a warning for pedestrians (particularly those with visual impairments)

“Safety remains one of the most important factors buyers weigh when purchasing a vehicle,” said Doug Parks, Volt global vehicle line executive. “The IIHS designation reiterates the Volt as a safe, practical vehicle that can be a family’s only car—without compromises.”

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Chevy Volt Captures “World Green Car Of The Year” Honors

by Chevrolet in the News on May 25, 2011

The 2011 Chevrolet Volt—the world’s first mass-produced extended-range electric vehicle—recently added another impressive recognition to its increasingly crowded trophy case when it was named “World Green Car of the Year” at the New York International Auto Show.

“The selection of the Volt as the World Green Car is a further proof point of the fuel-efficient technologies that are now being offered by the Chevrolet brand around the world,” said Rick Scheidt, vice president of Chevrolet marketing. “This award, and the others that have preceded it, validate the efforts of the development team to build a truly remarkable vehicle with the potential to transform transportation around the globe.”

And speaking of those other honors, they include being named:

• 2011 North American Car of the Year
• Motor Trend 2011 Car of the Year
• Green Car Journal 2011 Green Car of the Year
• One of Car and Driver’s 10Best for 2011
• Automobile Magazine 2011 Automobile of the Year

The Volt’s unique powertrain also was named one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines for 2011.
But that’s about what you might expect from a car that delivers such unexpectedly high marks in fuel efficiency. According to the EPA, the Volt achieves the equivalent of 95 mpg city/90 mpg highway/93 mpg combined when relying on its advanced electric propulsion system—capable of providing up to 50 miles of all-electric, no-emissions driving on a single charge—and it gets standout EPA ratings of 35 mpg city/40 mpg highway/37 mpg combined when leveraging its high-efficiency I4 engine—which, if the Volt’s battery runs low, can provide hundreds of extra miles in driving range.
As a result, in the month of March (the latest month for which full data is available), Volt drivers averaged more than 1,000 miles between fill ups. A stellar example of this kind of performance comes from Volt owner Gary Davis of Greenville, S.C., who didn’t have to buy his first tank of fuel until nearly two months after he bought his car: “In my Volt I’ve driven 4,600 miles on 8.4 gallons of gas. That’s an impressive 547 mpg that I am achieving with my Volt.”
The 2011 Volt is on sale now at select Chevrolet dealers around the country and will continue rolling out to new markets as the year goes on.

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Chevrolet Volt Is Edison Award Gold Medalist

by Chevrolet in the News on May 16, 2011

The groundbreaking 2011 Chevrolet Volt won a major new honor recently when the world’s first extended-range electric vehicle was recognized with a Gold Medal from the 2011 Edison Awards. Inspired by the persistence and excellence of American inventor Thomas Alva Edison—who earned more than 1,000 U.S. patents—the awards are given annually to recognize the top achievements in innovation from around the country.
The Volt more than lives up to that ideal, thanks to industry advances in key areas like aerodynamics and powertrain development. Hours of painstaking work in GM wind tunnels make the Volt the most aerodynamic vehicle ever sold by Chevrolet, while the car’s incredible propulsion system is allowing drivers to go more than 1,000 miles between fill ups. That’s because the Volt can deliver up to 50 miles of all-electric, no-emissions driving on a routine overnight charge.
And there’s no need to worry about “range anxiety” with the Volt, either. If its battery pack runs low, the car’s high-efficiency I4 engine can take over to deliver hundreds of more miles of driving capability at an EPA-rated 35 mpg city/40 mpg highway/37 mpg combined.
Backed by this kind of practical technology, the Volt’s long list of honors also includes:

• Motor Trend Car of the Year
• Automobile Magazine Car of the Year
• Green Car of the Year
• Popular Science Best of What’s New
• Ward’s 10-Best Engine designation

“Being selected as an Edison Award winner validates our drive to develop an all-new transportation solution,” said Tony Posawatz, vehicle line director for the Chevrolet Volt. “Innovation has been at the heart of the Volt from its onset; from the development of the Li-ion battery to the drive unit and the driver connectivity.”

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Chevy Volt Uses Recycled Material From Gulf Oil Spill

by Chevrolet in the News on December 22, 2010

General Motors has devised a way to “creatively recycle” oil-soaked plastic boom material from the BP oil spill. The material, salvaged from the Gulf of Mexico, has been re-purposed for auto parts used in the Chevrolet Volt.
“Creative recycling is one extension of GM’s overall strategy to reduce its environmental impact,” said Mike Robinson, GM vice president of Environment, Energy and Safety policy. “We reuse and recycle material by-products at our 76 landfill-free facilities every day. This is a good example of using this expertise and applying it to a greater magnitude.”
If GM didn’t devise a method to convert the 100 miles of material, it would have likely wound up in landfills. Luckily, the material is much better suited going into the all-new Volt. The parts used with this material deflect air around the Volt’s radiator and are comprised of 25 percent boom material and 25 percent recycled tires, and the remaining is a mixture of post-consumer recycled plastics and other polymers.
“This was purely a matter of helping out,” said John Bradburn, manager of GM’s waste-reduction efforts. “If sent to a landfill, these materials would have taken hundreds of years to begin to break down, and we didn’t want to see the spill further impact the environment. We knew we could identify a beneficial reuse of this material given our experience.”
The Chevy Volt was recently awarded Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal, so it seems appropriate that the extended-range EV is built with recycled and/or renewable materials. For more information on this incredible process, see the video below.

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Advanced Tires Help The Chevy Cruze Maximize MPG

by Chevrolet in the News on May 5, 2011

As gas prices exceed $4 per gallon in many parts of the country, the Chevrolet Cruze Eco is a compact car that’s ready to help drivers save money at the pump. Although it’s equipped with a fuel-efficient powertrain, the Cruze Eco also boasts one innovative feature that helps conserve fuel — its tires.
General Motors worked closely with tire manufactures to produce an industry benchmark tire that boosts fuel efficiency by three miles per gallon on the Chevy Cruze Eco, the most fuel-efficient model in the Cruze lineup. That may not sound like much, but that translates into about 38 extra miles on a tank of fuel and a savings of about $112 per year for the average driver.
“This tire is way beyond anything in its category,” said GM engineer Chuck Lantz. The Cruze Eco tires make use of special polymers built into the tread compound to reduce rolling resistance, which means less energy is required to keep the tire moving.
So the question is, what makes this tire so unique? According to Lantz, the Cruze Eco’s tires are made of an advanced high-tech polymer that reduces rolling resistance without sacrificing traction.
“Thanks to the high-tech polymers we used, we were able to create a high-MPG set of tires without making tradeoffs in other important areas like tire-braking traction and all-weather handling,” said Lantz. “As far as the ride goes, these tires are as smooth as any tire on the road today.”
The fuel-sipping Chevy Cruze Eco achieves 42 miles per gallon on the highway. With a starting suggested price of $19,175, Cruze Eco offers hybrid-like fuel economy without the premium price tag.

 

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Chevy Volt Helps Feathered Friends Feel Right At Home

by Chevrolet in the News on May 2, 2011

The advanced lithium-ion batteries in the Chevrolet Volt are a key enabler of the car’s environmentally friendly mission, and not just because they can help the drivers achieve an emissions-free, all-electric driving range of up to 50 miles. Showcasing GM’s long-time dedication to recycling, 10 environmental and facilities engineers from General Motors, along with a group of local kids from Detroit’s Lasky Recreation Center, recently teamed up to hatch a new way to get the most from the Volt’s batteries: Converting scrap battery covers—which would have otherwise ended up getting tossed out with the trash—into nesting boxes for the wood ducks, screech owls and other bird life living at GM facilities across the country.
“This is a great example of finding an alternative use for something we receive in our assembly plant every day,” said John Bradburn, manager of waste-reduction efforts for GM. “Our employees think about waste differently than most … they view it as a challenge to keep items in their use phase.”
And this isn’t the first time the Volt has extended its ecologically sound approach to the auto industry beyond the road. Earlier this year, GM announced it had developed a way to take the plastic boom material being used to soak up oil from the Gulf of Mexico and then recycle it into parts found under the Volt’s hood. This effort is expected to keep more than 100,000 pounds of plastic waste out of landfills this year alone.
“This was purely a matter of helping out,” added John Bradburn. “If sent to a landfill, these materials would have taken hundreds of years to begin to break down, and we didn’t want to see the spill further impact the environment. We knew we could identify a beneficial reuse of this material given our experience.”

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Chevy Volt: Real-World Efficiency From Real-world Drivers

by CHEVROLET IN THE NEWS on APRIL 29, 2011

Chevrolet has been bragging about the amazing fuel efficiency of the all-newChevy Volt ever since it was approved for production, but now that the car is actually on sale, the company is letting Volt owners do the job. In fact, Chevy recently showcased the stories from a trio of early Volt buyers, all of whom have plenty to boast about.

Take Matt Stehouwer of Lansing, Mich. Stehouwer was so eager to buy one of Chevy’s innovative extended-range electric vehicles that he went to New York to take delivery of his Volt. Since then, he has covered approximately 1,500 miles in the Volt, including both his drive back to Michigan and a daily 32-mile round-trip commute to work, and is averaging 62 mnpg.

Retiree Mike McCarver upped that ante by reporting a 93 mpg average in 800 miles of Volt driving so far. The resident of Los Altos, Calif., relies on his Volt for around-the-town driving and an occasional trip to his vacation home, located 80 miles away. Said McCarver: “I really believe that over the long-term we have to have technology that is going to get us off fossil fuels and the Volt does that—I have the option of never buying gas again.”

Then there’s Mike DiPisa, of Lyndhurst, N.J. With a daily round-trip commute of 26 miles, DiPisa says, “I haven’t filled up my Volt since I took delivery.” The bottom line here: Of the first 1,485 miles that DiPisa drove in his extended-range electric vehicle, grid electricity provided the power to cover 1,391 of them. That works out to an average of 231 mpg—a performance Chevrolet says “is on the high end of real-life experiences of early Volt owners, but it isn’t that unusual.”

All told, according to the company, “By recharging their Volt regularly, owners are easily surpassing the 93 miles per gallon equivalence, or MPGe, on full electric operation and an overall 60 MPGe composite fuel economy during extended-range operation.

“The EPA ratings make the Volt the most energy-efficient compact car on the market today.”

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2013 Chevrolet Malibu Comes Into Focus

by Chevrolet in the News on April 14, 2011

General Motors has leaked one photo of the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu online. The photo gives us a glimpse of the new sedan ahead of its official debut at the Shanghai Motor Show this month.
When it’s unveiled, GM will broadcast the event online in high-definition video. GM says that it’s the first automaker to stream a vehicle unveiling in HD over the Internet. The broadcast will also be seen on the automaker’s social networking and media sites, and it will be viewable on iPad and iPhone personal mobile devices.
“We are expanding the reach beyond mainstream product introductions typically seen at auto shows. We are using the latest technologies available to us like no other automaker has done before to introduce this all-new, important car for Chevrolet on continents around the world,” said Russ Clark, product director at Chevrolet. “Broadcasting in HD will help us make sure the world gets a good look at the all-new Malibu.”
The Chevrolet Malibu is truly a global model, as it’s sold in nearly 100 countries. The next-generation is expected to be a major improvement, as it’s equipped with fuel-efficient and powerful four-cylinder engines, along with six-speed transmissions that also contribute to efficient performance.
Currently, the Malibu is one of Chevy’s best-selling products. In addition to racking up nearly 200,000 sales last year, the Malibu has also been bestowed with numerous awards including:

• Consumers Digest Automotive “Best Buy” award
• “Top Safety Pick” by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety
• Named “Best For The Money” by U.S. News & World Report

To watch the unveiling of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu, tune in at WatchTheNewChevyMalibuInHD.com on April 18 at 8:30 p.m. EDT.

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Chevy’s I4 Engines Are Good4 Fuel Efficiency

by Chevrolet in the News on April 19, 2011

The numbers don’t lie: In 2007, Chevrolet models with inline four-cylinder (I4) engines represented just 23 percent of the company’s sales. Through the start of 2011, that number had doubled, with 46 percent of Chevy buyers choosing a model with a high-efficiency I4 powerplant. And this trend is sure to continue if fuel prices continue to rise—but Chevrolet is well prepared for that eventuality said Rick Scheidt, the brand’s U.S. vice president.
According to Scheidt, “Chevrolet’s investment in advanced engine technology is reflected in the increased popularity of our four-cylinder models. These technologies offer the performance and refinement drivers expect from Chevy in smaller engines that deliver the fuel efficiency they want.”
Chevrolet advances are many, but three in particular stand out:

• Turbocharging—The all-new Chevrolet Cruze Eco leverages a turbocharged 1.4-liter I4 engine to deliver nearly the same power as the 2009 Chevy Cobalt, but with a smaller powerplant that gets 5 more highway mpg. The bottom line for the Cruze Eco: Best-in-class EPA ratings of 28 mpg city/42 mpg highway/33 mpg combined. In addition, the same engine will be available in the brand-new Chevrolet Sonic, slated to launch in the U.S. in the fall.

• Variable valve timing—Precisely adjusting the operation of engine valves to respond to driver demands, variable valve timing is used in four-cylinder Chevrolet engines like the 2.4-liter Ecotec mill that powers the Chey Malibu. The result is responsive power—170 hp and 160 lb.-ft. of torque—to go with an EPA line of up to 22 mpg city/33 mpg highway/26 mpg combined. This technology also is found on a dozen Chevrolet models, including the Camaro, Volt, Cruze and Silverado.

• Direct injection—The direct-injection systems used in vehicles like the Chevrolet Equinox spray fuel directly into the cylinder, delivering it more precisely than a traditional fuel-injection system. This boosts performance, reduces emissions and improves fuel efficiency. In fact, the I4 engine in the Equinox makes a notable 182 hp and 172 lb.-ft. of torque, yet still achieves a better EPA highway rating than the Ford Escape Hybrid. The Equinox attains marks of 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway/26 mpg combined.

“The shift in consumer preference evidenced by Chevrolet’s lineup is a great example of how much four-cylinder engines have improved across the industry,” said Bill Visnic, analyst and senior editor for Edmunds AutoObserver.com. “Four cylinders used to be something to settle for. But advances in engine design and technology have made four-cylinder engines vastly more refined, and power output has increased to where V6 engines were just a few years ago.”

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Special Chevy Volt Fuel Tank Puts New Spin On Saving Gas

by Chevrolet in the News on April 11, 2011

It’s ironic: Even though the all-new Chevrolet Volt can routinely go weeks—and longer—without a visit to the gas station, the company’s engineers had to put significant effort into designing the car’s fuel tank. The issue: Because the Volt uses so little gasoline, steps had to be taken to ensure the fuel won’t evaporate during the long periods it’s not needed to power the vehicle.
This isn’t a concern in traditional vehicles, both because they are constantly running their engines and because they feature charcoal canister systems that trap fuel vapor and route it back to the engine. But that latter approach won’t work with the Volt, as it can go so long between engine start-ups that the vapor could reach dangerous levels. The solution: A specially designed, sealed fuel tank for the Volt, developed in conjunction with Spectra Premium Inc.
Instead of the plastic tanks found in other vehicles, the Volt’s fuel tank is made from tin-zinc-coated steel that resists corrosion from both inside and outside, backed by a mechanical pressure-relief valve that can act as a fail-safe in the unlikely occasion it’s needed.
Of course, even then it’s still important for the Volt’s operation that the gasoline is used up occasionally and replenished. Thus, the Volt also features a “maintenance mode” that comes into play if its engine hasn’t been started in six weeks. First, the system will alert the driver that the engine needs to run for maintenance purposes, including to make sure its components are properly lubricated. Then, the driver can either enable the engine to run or defer maintenance for up to 24 hours, after which the engine will turn on itself. In addition, if a driver goes a full year without filling up, the system will come on until the engine uses all the old gas or the driver adds fresh fuel.
The bottom line, according to Jon Stec, fuel system integration engineer for the Volt: “For the driver who starts the year with a full tank of 9.3 gallons and runs 15,000 miles on electricity, the maintenance mode will use just enough gas to average a very respectable 1,613 miles per gallon.”

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Innovative Tech Helps The Chevy Volt Save Fuel

by Chevrolet in the News on March 29, 2011

Fuel economy is one of the most important considerations among consumers shopping for a compact car. That’s why Chevrolet not only outfitted the Cruze with a fuel-efficient engine, but also included technology that helps make the engine run more efficiently.
The Chevy Cruze features a unique technology called Regulated Voltage Control or RVC. With this system, the power that runs from the alternator to the battery is reduced from 14 volts to 12.8 volts under normal driving conditions. The reduced load on the battery and alternator in turn reduces the alternator’s pull on the engine, which helps improve fuel economy.
“We estimate RVC improves fuel economy on the Cruze by up to 1.5 percent,” said Doug Dickson, an electrical engineering specialist with the GM Global Energy Center. “To a Cruze customer, RVC enables them to get more than eight additional miles of range on every tank of fuel.”
The RVC also ensures that power is optimally shared for vehicle electronics, such as the radio. This further reduces electric demands and helps the Cruze run more efficiently.
“Engineers left no stone unturned when it came to implementing fuel saving technologies on the Cruze,” Dickson said.  “Fuel economy is becoming a greater factor in purchasing decisions.”