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2010 Camaro Lays Rubber

2009-04-17T13:51:00.003-05:00

In the coming weeks, GM will be shipping the first wave of 2010 Chevrolet Camaros to dealers nationwide.

For years now, Camaro enthusiasts alike have waited for the day to come when the NEW Camaro will burn rubber. Wait no more! Thanks to the guys over at LeftLaneNews.com there is a short teaser video of a Camaro laying it down for all to see.

Camaro enthusiasts will light up at what GM has to offer as genuine accessories as well. From exhaust systems to air intake kits, gauge packages to subwoofer systems, and even factory 21 inch wheels, GM accessories will help make each new owner transform theirs.

Why buy genuine GM parts?

2009-04-11T12:40:00.003-05:00

Everyone knows that parts are not created equal. Insisting on the purchase of genuine GM parts, will guarantee that your GM vehicle will get the best possible reliability and perfomance. It will also give you the confidence that your parts were designed and tested specifically for your GM vehicle.

To maintain the integrity of your GM vehicle, and to make sure that you don't get stuck with cheap imitations, the latest GM Collision Parts Testing Report (PDF) shows the intense testing performed by GM engineers. If GM cares this much about the safety, comfort, and performance of your GM vehicle, shouldn't you?

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2010 Camaro

2009-02-13T16:28:00.001-06:00

GM's Top Ten Fuel Saving Tips

2009-02-04T08:00:00.001-06:00

Tips provided thanks to GM and EcoDrivingUSA

1. Plan your trips and driving routes to avoid traffic congestion and minimize stop lights

Significantly more fuel is consumed to accelerate your vehicle than to maintain a constant speed. By limiting the number of times you stop your vehicle and reaccelerate, you will observe higher average fuel economy. Pacing your speed between traffic lights can help.

2. Observe speed limits

Wind drag accounts for almost 25% of the fuel consumed to drive your vehicle. Each additional 10 mph of highway speed can reduce fuel economy by about 4 mpg

3. Accelerate moderately and smoothly

As a general rule, your engine consumes more fuel the faster it spins. By gently applying the accelerator pedal and not accelerating too briskly, your vehicle will maintain lower engine speeds during vehicle acceleration and cruising, and thereby improve fuel economy.

4. Maintain steady speeds

Your vehicle's cruise control can help you maintain a steady speed. This could improve fuel economy by as much as 2 percent for some drivers, as it minimizes engine speed changes (see Tip #3).

5. Limit the use of accessories

Accessories such as air conditioning, heated seats, and rear window defoggers all consume energy that ultimately comes from the fuel in your vehicle. Limiting their use to when it is most needed can save fuel. When entering a hot vehicle, open windows to vent the hot air as you turn your air conditioning on.

6. Don't carry more than you need

Avoid carrying unnecessary items in your vehicle on a regular basis. An extra 100 pounds in a vehiclecould reduce fuel economy by up to two percent. Items mounted to the exterior of your vehicle (such as bike racks and roof-top carriers) will also increase wind drag, which costs you fuel. Remember to remove items not in use. While a pickup truck bed cover can help reduce drag, leaving the gate down or installing a "net" in its place increases it.

7. Make sure your vehicle is properly maintained

Following the manufacturer's regular maintenance schedule can improve your mileage as much as 10 percent. This includes replacing a dirty air filter, and regularly checking tires to maintain the recommended pressure. This not only saves fuel, but greatly extends tire life.

8. Avoid extended engine idle time

Extended idle time directly impacts your fuel economy, since your vehicle is getting 0 mpg while stationary. Turn your vehicle off if you are going to be idling for more than a minute or two. For example, a 20-mile journey that includes a 10-minute idle can reduce the average fuel economy of the trip from 10 mpg to 17.5 mpg. While GM's new remote start feature provides great convenience by prewarming the interior and defrosting your vehicle in inclement weather, limit use of this feature to situations where you need it.

9. Get the most from Active Fuel ManagementTM

Fuel economy can be maximized by driving your vehicle smoothly. This is especially true for vehicles equipped with Active Fuel Management.TM To get the most fuel economy from your vehicle, you should strive to maximize your operation in V4 mode (V3 mode for V6 engines). Smooth, steady application of the accelerator pedal up to the desired speed is best. Note that Tips #1 thru #6 will also help you maximize V4 operation, and thus fuel economy.

10. Towing and heavy duty usage

Fuel economy during trailer towing can be maximized if the front profile of the trailer is hidden by the tow vehicle. Closed-body trailers with rounded corners will minimize trailer wind drag. When pulling a trailer, it is even more beneficial to drive within posted speed limits (see Tip #2). Proper trailer maintenance (tire pressure, properly adjusted brakes, wheel lubrication) is also very important for maximizing fuel economy. Consult your dealer for the optimal vehicle configuration for trailering.

GM Offers Outline for "Plug-in Communities"

2009-02-03T13:54:00.000-06:00

GM Press Release:

General Motors Outlines Roadmap for Cities to Plug Into the Chevrolet Volt Electric Vehicle

Plug-in-ready communities key to commercializing electric vehicles
Next
phase of getting the Volt ready for market will include communities such as
Washington, D.C., San Francisco and other early-adopter markets
GM and a
broad group of utilities working together to establish infrastructure and
accelerate the commercialization of plug-in electric vehicles

WASHINGTON - General Motors today outlined a comprehensive plan of action to help communities get ready for plug-in electric vehicles such as the upcoming Chevrolet Volt. GM announced details of the plan at the Washington Auto Show.

"Collaborating with communities such as San Francisco and metropolitan areas such as Washington, D.C. - where there's already an interest in plug-in vehicles - is another important step toward raising customer awareness of the environmental and economic benefits of vehicles such as the Volt," said Ed Peper, GM North America vice president, Chevrolet.

General Motors is working with key stakeholders in cities such as San Francisco to develop policies and enablers to accelerate the transition to plug-in electric vehicles. GM will undertake similar efforts around the country in communities such as Washington, D.C. These actions will help ensure the early success of the Chevrolet Volt - which hits the market next year - and other plug-in vehicles. Stakeholders that are key to establishing plug-in-ready metropolitan areas and regions include:

State, city and county governments
Electric utilities
Regulators/public
utility commissions
Permitting and code officials
Clean Cities
coalitions
Local employers
Universities
Early electric vehicle
adopters

"Cities have an indispensable role in making plug-in vehicles successful," said San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom. "Here in San Francisco, we are acting now to make sure the charging infrastructure will be available to support these vehicles as soon as they are ready for sale, and we are working with other cities in the region to make the Bay Area a thriving market for electric transportation."

Challenges that need to be addressed include consumer incentives to make this early technology more affordable; public and workplace charging infrastructure; consumer-friendly electricity rates and renewable electricity options; government and corporate vehicle purchases; supportive permitting and codes for vehicle charging; and other incentives such as high-occupancy-vehicle (HOV) lane access.

GM is making great strides toward bringing the Volt from concept to the showroom. More than 30 prototype vehicles powered by lithium-ion battery packs are undergoing rigorous testing at GM's Proving Ground in Milford, Mich. In addition, last month at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, GM announced it will manufacture the Volt battery packs in the United States.

"The Chevy Volt is truly coming to life, but preparing the market for electric vehicles also requires capable partners from outside the auto industry," said Peper. "Momentum is building as governments, technology companies, communities and universities are increasingly working together to prepare the market for electric vehicles."

Several recent positive developments in this regard include:

Last October, the federal government approved a $7,500 tax incentive for
consumers of plug-in electric vehicles such as the Chevy Volt.
In November,
the California cities of San Francisco, San Jose and Oakland announced a plan
for plug-in vehicle infrastructure, incentives and enablers.
A new Michigan
law expedites the development of advanced battery manufacturing and research
capabilities in the state.

GM is also helping to pave the way to plug-in commercialization on several other fronts, including:

Working with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and a coalition of
more than 40 utilities to solve challenges and accelerate the commercialization
of plug-in electric vehicles.
Playing a lead role in helping to create
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standards for the vehicle charging
interface.

"We know plenty of work still remains, both within and outside of GM," said Peper. "But today's and other recent announcements underscore the comprehensive work being done to bring the Chevrolet Volt and other electrically driven vehicles to market - and they also highlight why we are so optimistic about the ultimate success of the Volt."

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world's largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 252,000 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. In 2008, GM sold 8.35 million cars and trucks globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM's largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.

UNDER CONSTRUCTION!

2009-01-31T14:48:00.000-06:00

Please bear with us as this blog undergoes some much needed contruction. But also, during this process, feel free to let us know how you like the new layout, and anything else you would like to see.