The first images of the new Chevrolet Captiva facelift for 2011 has been released by General Motors. The 2011 facelift Captiva will be revealed at the Paris Motor Show where it will include a redesigned front fascia, a restyled bonnet, a new grille which is bigger, modified headlights, and side vents. Inside of the Captiva, Chevrolet added a new dashboard, new fabric for...

Chevrolet has released two images of the new Aveo five-door hatchback, prior to its debut at the Paris Motor Show in October. The new Aveo looks slightly angry, where it also boasts hidden door handles for the back, a split-grille and twin-headlamps for the front. Unfortunately Chevrolet did not release any interior images, but it is expected that there will be a motorcycle-like...

General Motors have released the first images, and details, on the brand new Chevrolet Cruze hatchback, prior to its reveal at the Paris motor Show. The production and Paris-version of the five-door Cruze will not differ too drastically when it goes on sale. There will be a coupe-like roofline for a sporty look, a new body-frame integral system for greater stability, and...

Chevrolet has used the time before the busy Paris Motor Show to release a few details on the new Orlando MPV. The Orlando MPV is based on the Orlando concept, and this means that there is a similar design with a more production-like feel. In other words — it’s a lot more boring. The grille, headlights, taillights, side sills, front bumper and door handles have...

Chevrolet Europe are working on an art campaign for the Spark, and one of their first art-Spark-related pieces is a wood-paneled model which has a 1960 California beach/surf look and feel to it. The Spark Woody uses three-fourths vinyl body wrap by Pyramid Visuals, where the roof holds an Escape Mini-Mal surfboard. ...

General Motors South Africa has announced that the Chevrolet Cruze is now available with a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine with 110kW and 320Nm of torque. Chevrolet’s new diesel motor will use a single overhead camshaft, 16 valves and an intercooled turbocharger. The Cruze 2.0D LT will offer a fuel rating of 5.7-litres per 100km, where the fuel emissions will amount...

The official patent drawings for the 2012 Chevrolet Aveo four-door sedan and hatchback models have been leaked. The designs show that the five-door model will follow the RS concept, however it won’t be as hardcore. This means, no big alloy wheels or pronounces side sills. The hatchback will keep the concepts hidden door handles for the rear end. Chevrolet Aveo Hatch ...

Chevrolet has launched a sport package for the United Kingdom Cruze. The package is called the “CS” and it will enhance the Chevrolet Cruze with a new set of 18-inch wheels, a lowered suspension, a boot spoiler and new interior matts. The package will be available for all trim levels during the July month. It will cost £1,595.

Chevrolet has added the new Spark Lite to the line up, where it will arrive in South Africa later this year with a price tag of under R100,000. “The Chevrolet Spark Lite which offers an excellent value proposition will serve the market with two models priced under R100 000,” says Chevrolet Brand Manager Tim Hendon. The Spark Lite will be able to fit four adults, and...

Pricing for the United States specification 2011 Chevrolet Cruze has been confirmed for when it reaches showrooms in September. The pricing will start at $16,995 for the basic LS which includes a 1.8-litre engine with 138-horsepower and 168Nm of torque. The engine will be connected to a 6-speed manual transmission. Chevrolet’s Cruze LT will feature a price tag of...

GeigerCars has created a LPG, liquefied petroleum gas, conversion for the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid. The SUV will be able to run on natural aspiration, electricity or LPG. Following this, there is the option of a ‘tri-mode’ setup which uses all three of the above. The standard Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid uses a 6.0-litre V8 with 244kW and 498Nm of torque, before it’s...

Rumours, and reports, have said that the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will include a “substantially reworked interior.” General Motors insiders have said that most of the interior work will go to the dash, and this means better styling and new materials – of quality. The Camaro has been criticized for having ‘cheap’ materials. Seems like GM are correcting...

General Motors are planning to expand their brand to the South Korean market. A press conference recent held at the Busan International Motor Show, GM Daewoo executives announced that Chevrolet would arrive in 2011. “GM is bringing the new brand to Korea to enhance our presence in the domestic market,” said GM International Operations President Tim Lee. “Last...

The Chevrolet Volt MPV5 crossover has finally been revealed. Chevy’s new MPV will boast a lithium-ion T-battery and a 1.4-litre petrol engine used as a generator. The battery provides for 51.5km of driving, while the petrol unit extends this to 482km. GM has said that the MPV5 boasts a set of 19-inch wheels, 5-seats and an aerodynamic body. There is a closed grille,...

Following the reveal of the 2011 Opel Astra, General Motors South Africa has revealed that the Corsa Utility will live on. But this time, it will be a Chevrolet. Moving from Opel to Chevrolet, the new Corsa UTE will continue to rival smaller bakkies in the local market with its aggressive design and various features. “The Corsa Utility has proven to be the benchmark...