Trailer Sway Control Standard on all Chevrolet Silverados

DETROIT– The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is now better equipped to help prevent drivers and their trailers from uncontrolled trailer swinging with the advanced StabiliTrak® electronic stability control system with integrated trailer sway control.

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Spark EV Delivers Exceptional Power, Fast-Charge Capability

SAN FRANCISCO – The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV will set a benchmark for urban electric vehicles when it arrives in California dealer showrooms next summer by offering industry-leading EV power, outstanding driving range, and exceptional fast-charge capability.

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Chevrolet to Debut Spark EV at LA Auto Show

DETROIT – Chevrolet will unveil the plug-in electric version of the brand’s popular new Spark mini car at the Los Angeles Auto Show later this month. The Spark EV is one of 13 new or significantly redesigned products that Chevrolet will be launching in 2013.

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Chevrolet, Disney Inspire Design Innovation with Test Track

DETROIT – Chevrolet designers and Walt Disney Imagineers have joined forces to give Walt Disney World Resort guests a deep look inside a professional design studio creating a first-of-its-kind multi-sensory virtual experience in automotive design.

Chevrolet Silverado Has Lowest Total Cost of Ownership

DETROIT – The Chevrolet Silverado has the lowest total cost of ownership of any full-size pickup in the U.S. retail market, according to the automotive data compilation and analysis firm Vincentric.

Chevrolet Donates 50 Trucks to Red Cross for Storm Relief

DETROIT – Chevrolet today donated 50 Silverado full-size pickup trucks and Express cargo vans to the American Red Cross for use in relief and recovery efforts following Hurricane Sandy and other storms buffeting the Eastern seaboard and nearby states.

Chevrolet Performance Cars Rev Up the 2012 SEMA Show

LAS VEGAS – With models including the Camaro ZL1, Camaro SS with track-ready 1LE package and the Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition, 2013 is shaping up to landmark year for performance at Chevrolet.

Full-Scale Driving Fun: Camaro Hot Wheels® Edition

LAS VEGAS – The dream of millions of Hot Wheels® fans of all ages will come when the Camaro Hot Wheels® Edition arrives at Chevrolet dealerships early next year. It’s the first time a full-size, production Hot Wheels® car has been offered for sale by any manufacturer.

Chevrolet Scores for St. Louis-area Youth

ST. LOUIS – As it continues its efforts to provide young people with the chance to play on professional-quality baseball fields, Chevrolet, the official vehicle of Major League Baseball, celebrates a field makeover Saturday at Penrose Park as part of the Chevrolet Diamonds and Dreams program.

From Concept to Reality: Chevrolet Announces Sonic Dusk

LAS VEGAS – Chevrolet today announced production of the Sonic Dusk sedan, designed to bring a higher degree of sophistication and refinement to the subcompact segment. The production intent Sonic Dusk will be displayed at the SEMA Show, opening Oct. 30 in Las Vegas and leads a diverse range of stylized Chevy small cars.

GM to Invest $450 Million in Argentina

BUENOS ARIES, Argentina – General Motors will invest $450 million between 2013 and 2015 to expand its Rosario Automotive Complex to build an all-new global Chevrolet vehicle, Chairman and CEO Dan Akerson said Wednesday.

All-New 2014 Corvette LT1 V-8 a Technological Powerhouse

DETROIT – When the all-new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette arrives late next year, it will be powered by a technologically advanced, racing-proven 6.2L V-8 delivering an estimated 450 horsepower and helping produce 0-60 times in less than four seconds.

Next Generation Silverado to Debut in December

DETROIT – Chevrolet will take the wraps off the all-new Silverado 1500 full-size pickup on Dec. 13 at a special event in the Detroit area. The bold exterior design of the new Silverado reflects the enhanced capabilities of the truck while features such as jewel-like, projector beam headlamps showcase the careful attention given to every detail.

Chevrolet Performance Takes Many Forms at SEMA Show

DETROIT – From stylized mini cars to drag strip-conquering muscle cars, Chevrolet will show its broadest-ever range of performance and personalization choices at the 2012 SEMA Show. The annual automotive aftermarket extravaganza kicks off Oct. 30.

Chevrolet Enters B-Spec Competition with Sonic Race Car

DETROIT – Acclaimed for its balanced handling and sporty driving experience, Chevrolet Sonic has been transformed by Chevrolet Performance for the track as a B-Spec race car concept. It previews a competition kit for racers to help them convert a street-going Sonic into a dedicated race car.

Next-generation Corvette to Debut 1.13.13 in Detroit

BRASELTON, Ga. – Chevrolet today confirmed the seventh-generation Corvette will debut on Sunday evening, Jan. 13, 2013, in Detroit. To start the countdown to 1.13.13, Chevrolet is showing the new Crossed Flags logo for the new 2014 Corvette.

Chevrolet Delivers Eighth Straight Quarter of Record Sales

DETROIT – Chevrolet sold more than 1.25 million vehicles worldwide in the third quarter of 2012, a 3.1 percent increase over last year's record-setting third quarter and the eighth consecutive quarter of record sales. Chevrolet's growth around the world continues to outpace other mainstream automotive brands.

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Climatic Wind Tunnel Puts All-New Malibu Turbo to the Test

DETROIT – Neither snow nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night kept product development engineers from swift completion of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Turbo, arriving this month. The location for all of this torture testing? General Motors' Climatic Wind Tunnel in Warren, Mich., where all Chevrolet vehicles take on the elements.

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Isaac Mizrahi Reveals Chevrolet Malibu-inspired Collection

DETROIT – Iconic fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi today revealed the result of his latest project: the six-piece Malibu Collection, inspired by the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu midsize sedan.

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Chevrolet Test Drives Will Help Combat Breast Cancer

DETROIT – Consumers who test drive a new Chevrolet car, truck or crossover on Saturday, Oct. 6 will help the American Cancer Society fight breast cancer and support families affected by the disease.

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Next Generation Silverado Undergoing Final Validation

DETROIT – GM engineers are conducting the final validation of the next generation Silverado light-duty pickups. In addition to torture testing, the team is paying attention to delivering a comfortable, well-balanced ride, which is being refined on a variety of track surfaces at GM's Milford Proving Ground. The new Silverado will start production in 2013.

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Front Bench Takes a Back Seat

DETROIT – When the 2014 Chevrolet Impala arrives next year it will put to rest a fixture of automobiles since the days of the horseless carriage – the front bench seat. The outgoing Impala is the last passenger car in production in North America to offer three-across front seating, an option that that ends with the introduction of Chevy's redesigned flagship sedan.

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Chevrolet Trucks: Building America for 95 years

DETROIT – It started with a simple idea – a few car chassis fitted with hand-built beds to help carry materials around a booming car factory. Before long, millions of Chevrolet pickups were woven into the fabric of a fast-growing country.

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Chevrolet Engineer Wins Back-to-Back National Championships at SCCA Runoffs

DETROIT – At the SCCA National Championship Runoffs, John M. Buttermore, Chevrolet Sonic Lead Development Engineer, won the Touring 1 Class gold medal in a Chevrolet Corvette in Elkhart, Wis. on Sept. 21. This is Buttermore's sixth year earning a medal in Touring 1 at the Runoffs.

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Chevrolet Volt Owners Get Plugged-In

DETROIT – Chevrolet Volt owners from across United States gathered at nine Chevrolet dealerships Saturday to celebrate going electric.

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New 2.0L Turbo Engine Gives the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Enhanced Performance and Refinement

DETROIT – A new, direct-injected Ecotec 2.0L turbocharged engine is available in the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. It is rated at 259 horsepower (193 kW), making it one of the most power-dense automotive engines in the industry.

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2013 Malibu Turbo: A Midsize Sedan with Chevrolet Spirit

DETROIT – Throughout its history, Chevrolet has offered stylish, affordable and dependable family cars with a little something extra. In the case of the 2013 Malibu, that something extra is an all-new 2.0L turbocharged engine designed to infuse the new Malibu midsize sedan with real Chevrolet spirit.

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Mini Car Myths Debunked

DETROIT – Mini cars have been populating international streets for decades, and are now building a solid presence in the United States. The segment is characterized by some misconceptions that the newest entries, like Chevrolet's all-new Spark, can confidently refute.

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2014 Impala Engine Gets a High-Tech Lift

DETROIT – Drivers of the 2014 Chevrolet Impala coming early next year can get improved fuel economy over the competition due in part to a new advanced valvetrain technology on the Ecotec 2.5L four-cylinder engine.

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CHEVY INDYCAR AT FONTANA: Ryan Hunter-Reay Wins IZOD IndyCar Series Championship with Chevrolet IndyCar V6 Power

With a fourth place finish in the MAVTV 500 season finale at Auto Club Speedway, Ryan Hunter-Reay is the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series driver's champion. Piloting the No. 28 Team DHL/Sun Drop Citrus Soda Andretti Autosport Chevrolet, Hunter-Reay took the crown with six podium, and nine top-10 finishes that included a Series'-high four wins in the 15-race schedule.

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Ten Teachers Receive Chevrolet GREEN Educator Award

DETROIT – Earth Force and the General Motors Foundation recognized 10 environmental educators with the Chevrolet GREEN Educator Award.

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Small-Block V-8 is the Heart of Chevrolet Corvette

DETROIT – For 58 of its 60 years, the Chevrolet Corvette has been powered by the legendary Chevrolet V-8 engine. Technological advancements have increased output threefold – from 195 hp in 1955 to 638 hp today – as well as reliability, refinement and efficiency.

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CHEVY INDYCAR AT FONTANA: Chevrolet IndyCar V6 Teams and Drivers Ready for Season Finale at Auto Club Speedway

After 14 races; 14 battles for wins – it comes down to this weekend's MAVTV 500 at Auto Club Speedway for Chevrolet IndyCar V6 teams and drivers to settle both the IZOD IndyCar Series coveted Driver's Championship, as well as the Oval Track Championship.

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Bands Chosen for Spark and MTV Iggy Music Showcase

DETROIT – To celebrate the stateside arrival of the globetrotting 2013 Chevrolet Spark mini car, Chevrolet recently partnered with MTV Iggy, a multiplatform brand elevating global artists and pop culture trends, to launch “Cover the World” – a new online music showcase that will bring the hottest, breaking artists from abroad to North American shores.

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Chevrolet and MTV Iggy Partner to ‘Cover the World’

DETROIT – To celebrate the stateside arrival of the globetrotting 2013 Chevrolet Spark mini car, Chevrolet is partnering with MTV Iggy, a multiplatform brand elevating global artists and pop culture trends, to launch “Cover the World” – a new online music showcase that will bring the hottest, breaking artists from abroad to North American shores.

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Chevrolet Statement on Merger of GRAND-AM Road Racing and American LeMans Series

DETROIT – “This is an exciting moment in sports car racing. This merger combines the best attributes of GRAND-AM Road Racing and the American Le Mans Series to create a singularly focused series. Congratulations to Jim France and Dr. Don Panoz on having the passion for sports car racing and the vision to take it to the next level. The joining of these two series will provide a foundation for Chevrolet to develop technologies and race cars with tremendous relevance to the production vehicles we sell today and in the future.”

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Four Chevy Passenger Cars Set Monthly Records in August

DETROIT – Chevrolet passenger car sales were up 25 percent in August, with the Spark, Sonic, Cruze and Volt all posting their best-ever monthly sales.

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CHEVY INDYCAR AT BALTIMORE: Ryan Hunter-Reay Wins Grand Prix of Baltimore

For the fourth time this season, Ryan Hunter-Reay stood atop the IZOD IndyCar Series Victory podium. Behind the wheel of the No. 28 Team DHL/Sun Drop Citrus Soda Andretti Autosport Chevrolet, Hunter-Reay scored the 10th victory for Chevrolet, and cut his points deficit in the battle for the Driver's Championship to 17 points heading into the season finale in two weeks at Fontana, California.

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Corvette’s Chassis Innovations Refined on the Race Track

DETROIT – It's been said that racing improves the breed, and when it comes to the Chevrolet Corvette, nearly six decades of checkered flags are the proof. As Corvette marks its 60th anniversary in 2013, the design of the chassis, suspension and other drivetrain features are rooted in the rigors of competition.

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Chevrolet Racing Revs Up Breast Cancer Fight

DETROIT – Chevrolet Racing will renew the brand's fight against breast cancer this weekend at Atlanta Motor Speedway where every lap run under the caution flag will lead to a $200 contribution by Chevrolet to the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer initiative.

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Corvette Featured Marque at 2013 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion

DETROIT – Chevrolet Corvette will be the featured marque next August at the 2013 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, where historic race cars annually come to the Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca track to relive the sights, sounds and smells of racing days gone by.

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GM Commits Next-Gen Chevrolet Cruze to Ohio Plants

DETROIT – General Motors will invest $220 million for tooling and equipment to build the next-generation Chevrolet Cruze in two northeast Ohio plants retaining more than 5,000 jobs at facilities in Lordstown and Parma.

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Chevrolet Sonic RS Priced From $20,995

DETROIT – The suggested retail price of the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS with a six-speed manual transmission begins at $20,995, including destination. Sonic RS with the available six-speed automatic transmission starts at $22,280.

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Fit to be Dyed: Chevrolet Spark Suits Up for The Color Run™

NEW YORK – The all-new 2013 Chevrolet Spark, a city car offered in bold hues such as Jalapeno, Salsa Red, Lemonade, Denim Blue and Techno Pink, will pace nearly 10,000 runners in The Color Run™ this Saturday and Sunday at the Aviator Sports Center in Brooklyn, the first of numerous Spark-paced races across the country.

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Cruisin’ Woodward with Chevrolet Performance

DETROIT – If it's August in Detroit, it's time for the Woodward Dream Cruise – and the Chevrolet Performance display at Memorial Park in Royal Oak, incorporating a collection of performance vehicles, demonstrations of parts and accessories and appearances by legendary automotive personalities including Linda Vaughn and IndyCar driver Ryan Briscoe.

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Cylinder Switch Off Delivers Advantages to Chevy Silverado

DETROIT – Full-size pickups are unique, both in the jobs their owners ask of them and how long customers expect them to last. So for the Chevrolet Silverado and other full-size trucks, General Motors improves the fuel efficiency of its mainstream 5.3-liter V-8 engine by switching off four of the cylinders when they aren't needed.

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Chevrolet Activities at the Woodward Dream Cruise

DETROIT – On August 18, more than a million fans are expected to crowd Detroit's legendary Woodward Avenue for the world's largest one-day automotive event.

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Fashion Designer Isaac Mizrahi Inspired by Chevrolet Malibu

DETROIT – Renowned women's fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi is creating a limited edition “Malibu Collection” inspired by the all-new 2013 Chevrolet Malibu midsize sedan. The new fashion collection will be revealed later this fall and sold in limited quantities exclusively on LivingSocial's Shop, LivingSocial's first foray into physical products featuring themed collections of unique, curated merchandise.

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