Important Innovations

  Chevy's FNR-XE Electric Sedan Concept                                   Source:  GM, FNR-XE Could This be the Next 4-Door E-Camaro? Chevrolet's latest concept car, the FNR-XE, is an electric sedan that Chevy calls a look at the next generation of intelligent electric vehicles. It is actually Chevy's 1st, all-electric 4-door sedan. The EV is the result of a collaborative effort between GM's global resources and PATAC, which is GM's Joint Venture with SAIC Motors of China.  The vehicle is sleek, athletic and is reminiscent of the iconic Camaro.  Some global automotive experts are wondering if this concept will eventually become the new, electric, 4-door Camaro. There is a lot of expert opinion that it will be. No matter what, the FNR-XE contains a number of firsts. New Firsts for Chevy The new EV concept is very important because it is Chevy's 1st, 4-door sedan that contains the new GM Ultium battery and propulsion architecture that can be scaled up and mass pro

  Reinvention of the Iconic Brand                                                  Source:  Corvette Hard Core Track Ready Vette With the 2023 Chevy Corvette Z06, Chevrolet has reinvented the iconic sports car into a track-ready supercar.  Chevy's primary goal with the new Vette is to redesign and redefine it into the rarified league of genuine supercars like the Lamborghini and Ferrari.  Chevy has infused the power and the fury of a hard-core track-ready supercar into the Vette with a new LT6 5.5-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, along with a Tremec sourced, 8-speed dual clutch gearbox that pushes the power to the rear wheels for quick takeoff and blistering speeds.  The Z06 can hit speeds of 198 mph and accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 2.6 seconds...all of which places it well into supercar territory. Mid-Engine Supercar In the past, Corvettes have had an engine placed in the front of the vehicle.  The new Corvette Z06 has a mid-engine setup like other supercars.  It sports a ne

  Z06 is Being Called the American Ferrari Plus                                                       Source:  Corvette Very Powerful, Stylish Vette Automotive experts are calling the new, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 an unbelievably awesome sports car. The drive is smooth at any speed, the styling is spectacular, and the interior is said to be the best that Corvette has ever offered.  One automotive magazine called it a thriller on the road and a killer on the racetrack.  Another magazine called it the "American Ferrari Plus".  What distinguishes this newest version of the iconic Corvette is its new, unique engine, which helps make it the most technically advanced Vette on the market.  Tech Specs The iconic, American sport cars is being built on a mid-engine platform.  Chevy executives say that the car's brand new, 670-hp, 5.5-liter V-8 engine makes the mid-engine architecture shine spectacularly.  It cranks out a hefty 460 lb-fit of torque at 6,300 rpm.  The vehicle can accel

  Z06 is Being Called the American Ferrari Plus                                                      Source:  Corvette Very Powerful, Stylish Vette Automotive experts are calling the new, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 an unbelievably awesome sports car. The drive is smooth at any speed, the styling is spectacular, and the interior is said to be the best that Corvette has ever offered.  One automotive magazine called it a thriller on the road and a killer on the racetrack.  Another magazine called it the "American Ferrari Plus".  What distinguishes this newest version of the iconic Corvette is its new, unique engine, which helps make it the most technically advanced Vette on the market.  Tech Specs The iconic, American sport cars is being built on a mid-engine platform.  Chevy executives say that the car's brand new, 670-hp, 5.5-liter V-8 engine makes the mid-engine architecture shine spectacularly.  It cranks out a hefty 460 lb-fit of torque at 6,300 rpm.  The vehicle can accele

  2022 Chevy Bolt EV & New Bolt EUV                                                                              Source:  GM Bolt EUV                                          Source: GM Bolt EUV & EV Electric Vehicles Designed For Affordability After four years of development, GM has unveiled its new Chevrolet Bolt EV and a new bigger version of the Bolt, the Chevy Bolt EUV.  For GM, the Bolt has been a big success to bring electric driving to the masses since its introduction in 2017.  Bolt sales surged 26% in 2020, despite the pandemic.  Bolts have been driven by owners for a staggering 1.2 billion electric miles in the past four years. Customer Preference Designed Models GM diligently consulted with Bolt customers and came up with a series of their desired upgrades now included in the 2022 Bolt.  The new Bolt EV comes with an upgraded charger 11kW that provides 42 miles of charge per hour.  It also contains an optimal charging cord.  Most importantly, GM is providing a stand

Electric Goals for 12 New Models on the Market  by 2023 Source:  GM Chevy Bolt EV  Cadillac Leading the Way GM is launching a dozen, brand new, electric vehicles by 2023.  The new EV's are coming from a number of its divisions, including Chevrolet. But,  first and foremost is Cadillac, which for GM is leading the electric, zero emissions driving way of the future. e-SUV's Two Cadillac electric SUV's will be the first to launch, followed by the GMC Hummer electric pickup truck that was teased in an ad during the 2020 Super Bowl. 2023 Next are three more Cadillac EV's and six Chevrolet, Buick or GMC EV's by 2023.  GM's plans were unveiled during a Wall Street analyst meeting in February.  The EV's will join GM's growing lineup of hybrid and all electric vehicles including their all electric bikes, the Meld and the Merge that can be purchased in The Netherlands and Belgium. Designed to Be Profitable GM CEO Mary Barra says,