When you look at the Chevrolet Spark it doesn’t look like much, but a couple years ago Dale Earnhardt Jr. showed us how much fun the previous version of the Spark can be. Even though the Spark was already a great product Chevrolet decided 2016 would mark a new year and new Spark for us to love.
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What is Holding Back EV Sales
We talk about the EV’s becoming the future of the automotive world and we even see where some of the new models have reasonable driving range, but for 2015 the total sales of EV cars was less than one percent of the market. There are now 25 plug in models that you can choose from but most consumers are not ready to make the change from gasoline to electric propulsion for one simple reason; driving range. Most of these electric cars off driving ranges that wouldn’t even fill a full day of commuting, which then means we need to have either a backup gasoline engine for further driving or we need to have a way to charge the batteries quickly.
NAIA Brings the Heat
The North American International Auto Show, also known as the Detroit Auto Show brings us a great menu of new cars for us to admire and desire. This show is the beginning each year of a full year of discussions when it comes to the concept models as much as for those that are deemed ready for production for the next model year. What we say this year in Detroit gave us a look at some cars that are ready to be enjoyed and some exceptional new looks that should show up with the technology we want to see and enjoy.
The C8 Corvette Will Honor Possibly its Biggest Champion
While the Corvette has been a racing machine for many years and has symbolized the icon of power, engineering, aerodynamics and precision for generations, the name that will adorn the C8 model will not honor a driver but rather the man who was responsible for much of the development of the Corvette for most of its first few generations. This name will be the ZoRa1 which will be in honor of Zora Arkus-Duntov and his contributions to this amazing racing machine over the years.
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Power on the Crazy Level
We love powerful cars. When we discuss cars in general some of the most important figures, at least in our minds, typically include the horsepower, torque, top speed, quarter mile time, time to reach sixty mph and much more to do with the power, speed and performance of the vehicle. Not often do we hold back on a car and ask it to go slower, in fact we are constantly looking for new ways to pull more power out of an engine in order to bring about the best we can get and see just what more power will do. Strange as it might be, some cars just might have too much power for their own good; here are some examples to give you an idea:
Until We get the Bolt, Let’s See What the Volt has to Offer
For 2016 Chevrolet has updated the Volt to give us new performance and a longer all electric range in order to ensure you can drive where you need to go in a car that offers you a lot but only asks for a little from you. The Volt has been one of the best hybrid vehicles on the road for several years and gives you a huge distance on the tank of gas from the gasoline backup power plant. Now that the 2016 model is being brought to the market the Volt upgrades its ability and brings you more than ever in order to see the right abilities and outstanding performance be part of the package.
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The Wrong Decade but the Right Cars
The 1980s was a very unique decade in the automotive world. While the time was mired by cars that felt underpowered and less capable than ever before because of the massive emissions regulations put on the industry there was also a great deal of awesome vehicles that become the bedrock for the vehicles we see today. The Volkswagen GTI was begun in the 80s as was the BMW 3-Series. This decade also featured such high end exotics as the Lamborghini Countach and the Ferrari Testarossa both of which adorned the walls of many a teenage boy during this decade. With the good in mind from the decade that wasn’t for the auto industry here are some of the coolest cars of the 1980s.
Camaro Upgrades for 2016
The Camaro keeps showing us a few different new features each month for us to keep interest and know it is coming soon. As one of the most anticipated and lauded offerings for the next model year Chevrolet doesn’t have to worry about the Camaro gaining the attention it deserves. With the new power folding roof the convertible version has joined the ranks of higher end sports cars with the technology to impress and amazing anyone looking at or riding in this awesome sports car with you as you push the V8 monster to new strength toward the next great destination you have in mind.
The New Camaro Convertible
After the unveiling in early May we have had over a month to review and fall in love with the new Camaro that will represent the 2016 model year. As a premier sports car this new fun and flashy model allows us to enjoy the shorter wheelbase and the fact that Chevrolet put some emphasis on the interior of the car and the comfort of those who will be driving and riding in this awesome new power monster that is ready to have some fun and show off as a continued leader in the sports car markets.
2016 Chevrolet Colorado Features Duramax
The Chevrolet Colorado is a tough and rugged truck offering both comfort and functionality to those who need it. Now, the fastest selling truck in the market is offering an available turbo-diesel engine. The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Duramax diesel will offer mid-sized truck capability and efficiency to drivers. This will be the cleanest diesel truck engine that is offered and produced by General Motors.