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2011 Chevrolet Malibu

Like all other Chevrolet models, the Malibu is entering the 2011 model year with a few changes. The biggest change made the transmission. The four-speed automatic has been dropped and exchanged for a six-speed automatic which is now standard on all models. All models will be offered with TAPshift manual shift control while the 1LT will get 17-inch bright finish aluminum wheels as standard and the 2LT models will receive 18-inch Chrome Tech aluminum wheels.

For 2011, Malibu will be offered in three well-equipped trim levels: LS, LT and LTZ – all with a standard, fuel-efficient, four-cylinder 2.4L Ecotec engine and six-speed transmission that delivers 33 mpg highway. A 252-HP 3.6L V-6 is available on 2LT and LTZ models.

All Malibu models will be offered with four-wheel anti-lock brakes, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 playback, XM Satellite Radio, OnStar 9.0 with six months of Directions and Connections service and Turn-by-Turn Navigation, power height driver seat adjuster with power lumbar, Remote Keyless Entry, and cruise control.

2011 Chevrolet Impala

Like in all of its previous years, the 2011 Impala continues to combine fuel efficiency and fuel options with roominess and popular standard features. For 2011, it will be offered in three trim levels: LS, LT and LTZ retail models.

Also for 2011, Chevrolet is offering a new Luxury Package that includes: front bucket seats with leather-appointments, front passenger six-way power seat adjuster, flip-and-fold-flat rear seat, bose premium eight-speaker audio system, one-year subscription of XM Radio, new inside auto-dimming rearview mirror, new Universal Home Remote, new outside heated power-adjustable mirrors and a rear spoiler. All models are available with 16-, 17- and 18-inch wheel designs.

The LS and LT models are powered by a 3.5 liter V6 engine that delivers 211 HP and 216 lb.-ft. of torque and also offers E85 FlexFuel capability. The LTZ models is powered by a 3.9 liter V6 engine that delivers 224 HP and 235 lb.-ft. of torque (319 Nm).

2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 by D2Forged

The Corvette ZR1 is for sure a car that needs no improving, but with just a few adjustments, even the best sports car can get even better. And if you expected to see a complete tuning package, well you are wrong. D2Forged, a tuning firm that specializes in aftermarket wheels, is only offering a new set of wheels, but it seems this was all the car needed to look stunning.

With a chrome exterior paint job and an aggressive fitment of the wheels, the ZR1 obtained a very sporty look. These wheels require no spacers, they are hub-centric, and they accept the OEM TPMS sensors. This is the very best of custom wheels for the very best of Corvettes. The tuner is also offering a lowered suspension.

The new set of wheels is available in either 19" or 20" size, and in Gloss Black Center / Chrome Lip / Chrome Rivets.

The Corvette ZR1 is powered by supercharged and intercooled 6.2L engine rated at 638 hp and a peak torque of 604 lbs-ft. The ZR1 makes the 0 to 60 mph sprint in 3.4 seconds and will not stop until it hits a top speed of 205 mph.

2010 Chevrolet Camaro HPE1000 by Hennessey

Hennessey has taken their latest creation, a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro equipped with a HPE1000 LSX427 Twin Turbo engine, dyno testing. The result? 855 HP at the rear wheels @ 14 psi boost and 40 break-in miles, all on 93 octane.

The HPE1000 package includes: forged aluminum pistons, forged steel connecting rods, callies 4340 Forged Steel Crank, HPE stainless steel turbo manifolds , balanced and blueprinted rotating assembly, 90mm throttle body, upgraded fuel injectors, and an upgraded fuel system.

Hennessey’s previous package, the HPE800, used a twin-turbo 415cid stroker allowing the muscle car to flex a total of 815 hp on regular 93 octane or 1000 hp on 104 octane (race fuel). The HPE800 package also included an exterior graphics package, lightweight wheels, a full coliover suspension kit, Hennessey carbonaero body kit, custom leather interior, and more.

Hennessey’s kits just keep getting better and better than the previous ones. We can’t wait to see what they will come up with next!

2010 Chevrolet Cruze CS

Chevrolet UK has unveiled a new CS race-inspired option pack for the Cruze sedan today. It will be available for all trim levels and engine variants and adds a price of £1,595 over the sedan’s price total. The new Cruze CS will be available starting mid July.

The CS package includes 18-inch white multi-spoke alloy wheels, lowered suspension, a boot spoiler, unique CS graphics, and matching tailored carpet mats. These options are added to the standard follow-me-home lighting, remote central locking, a CD-radio system with auxiliary input, premium soft-touch interior plastics, and electric windows.

For the UK market, the Cruze is offered in three trim levels: S, LS and LT. It also comes in three engine versions: 1.6 S with a total output of 113 HP, 1.8 liter, or a 2.0 liter diesel powerplant. The engines can be coupled to a choice of six-speed manual or automatic transmissions

2011 Chevrolet Caprice Police PPV Detective Package

As much as we love, or hate, the police, they have always had the most fantastic cars. Sure they are big boats, but they can keep up with most sports cars. The next generation of police cruisers is upon us and this one is from Chevrolet. It’s called the Caprice PPV and it will get an old school motor under the hood. The Ford Taurus cop car will get a fancy EcoBoost twin-turbocharged V6, but in typical GM fashion, the Caprice will get a 6.0-liter V8 with 355 horsepower and 384 pound-feet of torque. One would think that with that many liters and that many cylinders GM would be able to get a bit more power out of the big V8.

We already know what to expect with the normal car, but we are anxious to find out what kinds of toys will be offered on the “Detective Package”. The car will get an undercover look, which is great because it shows us what the car might look like when it goes on sale for us normal folks.

The car will use the same underpinnings as the normal Police PPV and there will be seven colors available.