Chevy is adding some of its latest technology to some of its newest models, with the addition of the MyLink infotainment system in the upcoming 2013 Sonic RS and 2013 Spark models. Both models will include the same LG Electronics produced touch screen, sized at 7 inches with a color display. “The whole philosophy of [...]
Following the Chevrolet Volt’s lithium-ion battery become the subject of a major NHTSA safety probe, GM said that it is moving to a less volatile battery chemistry for its upcoming Chevrolet Spark Electric that will go on sale in 2013. GM said that it will be using phosphate-based lithium ion batteries from A123 Systems that [...]
Key Competitors: Mazda2, Ford Fiesta, Toyota Yaris, Nissan Versa. Power: 1.2L four-cylinder, 85.2hp and 81.7 lb-ft of torque. Transmission: Standard five-speed manual, optional 4-speed automatic. Performance: TBD. Availability: Mid-2012. Pricing: TBA closer to launch date. Chevrolet pulled the sheets off their latest effort, the 2013 Spark, earlier today at the 2011 Los Angeles Auto Show. [...]
We are just days away from the 2011 LA Auto Show with a bunch of new vehicles making their world and North American debuts. One of the many vehicles to be shown in LA will be the new 2013 Chevrolet Spark mini car, which is making its stateside debut. The 2013 Chevrolet Spark will be [...]
At a pilot facility in Wixom, Chevrolet is testing its expertise in electric motors in advance of kicking off domestic production of EV motors at a GM plant in White Marsh, MD. “We’ve spent the past few years highlighting our in-house battery capability, which will play a significant role as one of our core competencies [...]
As pointed out in our 37 Brand New Vehicles to Look Forward To in 2012, Chevrolet confirmed that new Spark minicar will be joining the brand’s U.S. and Canadian lineup next year. “For young, urban dwellers, the 2013 Chevrolet Spark can be their key to the city,” said Chris Perry, vice president, global Chevrolet marketing [...]
Chevrolet confirmed today that it will build and an all-electric version of the Chevrolet Spark subcompact. Known as the Chevrolet Spark EV, the model will be sold in limited quantities in select U.S. and global markets starting in 2013. Of course, one of those markets will include California. “The Spark EV offers customers living in [...]
So you’re in the market for a brand new vehicle and are wondering if you should pull the trigger within the next couple of days/weeks or whether you should hang on to see what new vehicles will be coming out in 2012. Lucky for you, we’ve put together a list of 37 brand new vehicles [...]
While General Motors officially confirmed two new Cadillac models – the ATS and the XTS – earlier today, they don’t know release any official press releases on another U.S. bound car known as the Chevrolet Spark. The Spark was confirmed to hit U.S. shores earlier today via Twitter. General Motors North America President Mark Reuss [...]
General Motors has been focused on several key car launches across its four brands including Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac and GMC. While passenger cars have recently dominated GM’s vehicle-launch spree lately, the next-generation of full-sized pickups and SUVs are on the way in 2013 as 2014 model years. Until then, most of the focus will remain [...]
