Chevrolet Volt: Live Photos and Video Footage from the Detroit Presentation

It has been approximately 7 hours and 21 minutes since we last posted something about the production version of GM’s all-electric hybrid Chevrolet Volt and we’re already starting to feel all anxious and giddy… But seriously now, we not so sure if all this attention is in the advantage of the Volt as Chevy’s all-electric hybrid won’t hit the market before the end of 2010, and that’s in more than two years time from now.

There’s no point of repeating ourselves so unless you missed out on our previous posts that included a high-resolution image gallery, the initial specs and the first official videos with static and driving shots, just hit the jump to see a set of live photos and video footage from the Volt's official presentation at the GM Centennial event that took place at the company’s Detroit headquarters. -Continued

2011 Chevrolet Volt: First Video Footage in Real World, Includes Driving Scenes

As promised, we’re constantly updating our story on the freshly revealed Chevrolet Volt. Following our previous post that included initial details and specs as well as a high-resolution image gallery, we now bring exclusive video footage of the all-electric Volt in the real world. And just so you can get an idea of what the Volt is all about, according to GM’s preliminary specs, the 177-in / 4.404 mm long sedan is equipped with an electric drive unit that delivers the equivalent of 150HP and 273 lb-ft. (370 Nm) of instant torque, offering a top speed of 100mph or 160km/h. –Videos after the jump

The Volt uses electricity to move at all times and speeds. For trips up to 40 miles or 64 km, it is powered only by electricity stored in its 16-kWh, lithium-ion battery pack. When you’re on the move and the battery's energy is depleted, a gasoline/E85-powered engine (GM hasn’t given out any specific details yet) kicks in providing electricity to power the electric drive unit and to simultaneously charge the battery.

The driver can also charge the Volt’s batteries by plugging it into a standard household 120v (8 hours) outlet or use 240v (3 hours). GM estimates that the cost for charging the batteries is about 80 cents (10 cents per kWh) for a full charge that will allow the driver to use the car for up to 40 miles.

Video I: Chevrolet Volt Driving and Exterior Shots



Video II: Chevrolet Volt Interior Shots

Live Video Stream from GM’s Detroit Headquarters - Volt Presentation and More

In celebration of its 100th anniversary today (September 16th, 2008), GM is hosting a live broadcast from its global headquarters at the Renaissance Center in Detroit and four additional locations. It is expected that among other things, General Motors will take the wraps off the production version of the all-electric Chevrolet Volt so bookmark this page and stay tuned to enjoy the live video stream that starts on 8:30 a.m. EDT. -Continued

Video: 2010 Camaro SS Fooling Around with Corvette ZR1!

So we’ve seen a whole bunch of official images of the 2010 Camaro SS. But how about a video of the range-topping Camaro that gets a 422 HP 6.2-liter V8 engine? Well the good news is that someone leaked (with or without GM’s consent - you can never be sure about these things), raw footage from what appears to be an official promotional film of the Camaro SS playing around with the Corvette ZR1 on the race track. The bad news is that the film is unpolished so some parts are missing sound while others have been abruptly cut. -Video after the jump

Via: Autofiends

Video: 2010 Chevy Volt & Corvette Concept at Transformers 2 Movie Set

We finally managed to find the amateur video from the ‘Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen’ movie set that we told you about in our previous post. The video shows what appears to be the production version (or pretty damn close to production) of the 2010 Chevrolet Volt along with shots of the Bumblebee Chevrolet Camaro, the Chevrolet Beat, the Chevrolet Corvette Centennial Design Concept and some other Chevys during the filming of a scene for the new TransChevys, err we mean Transformers 2 movie. Watch the video after the jump. -Continued

Video: Near Production Chevy Volt Shown on ABC News

In a video report on the forthcoming Chevrolet Volt for ABC News, GM’s exterior design executive director Michael Simcoe partially lifted the veil off the one of the most recent clay models of the production Volt. As you can see by comparing photos of the concept with the latest production prototype, while not dramatically different, the Volt’s front end has been tweaked as it features modified headlights, a new bumper with a larger lower air intake and wraparound foglamps. Moreover, the front grille has a pure cosmetic role as all the air intakes have been sealed off.

We wouldn’t go so far by saying that this is what we’re going to see in 2010 (if all goes well that is) but the clay model revealed in ABC News’ video does give us a good indication to as what GM’s design team has in mind for the final product. -Video after the jump

Thanks for the tip Markus!

Videos: Chevy Launches New Ads for Beijing Olympic Games

The biggest media event of the year, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, has the caught the attention of GM that will launch a series of ads promoting its Chevrolet range. The TV advertisements will kick off during Friday’s Opening Ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics and will run throughout the games as the American automaker aims to be the dominant automobile brand during the Olympics telecast. The ads will also play a prominent role in Chevrolet’s marketing initiatives for the remainder of 2008 and will be complemented online, with micro Web sites and other digital initiatives. Check out all 11 TV ads right after the jump. -Continued

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Clay Model

Quiet Factory

Wild Things

My Truck

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Less Gas

Gas Pumps Hate Us - Cobalt

Gas Pumps Hate Us - Aveo

Gas Pumps Hate Us - Tahoe

Gas Pumps Hate Us - Malibu

Video: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro in Action

You've already seen the pictures so it's time to check out Chevy's neo-retro pony car in action. The 2010 Camaro will be offered initially with a 300Hp 3.6-liter V6 and a 422Hp 6.2-liter LS3 V8 with sales expected to begin across the U.S. during the first quarter of 2009. Follow the jump for the available videos that include driving footage as well as beauty shots of the Camaro's interior and exterior. -Continued

Camaro Driving Footage

Interior and Exterior Beauty Shots

Buyer Picks Up First Production Corvette ZR1 after Paying $1Million

We can think of more than a million ways to spend $1 million other than buying the very first production 2009 Corvette ZR1, but at least Dave Ressler’s cash went to a good cause as the money was donated to The United Way. We remind you that Dave Ressler bought the 001 Corvette ZR1 at the 008 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction in January 2008. Production of the new Corvette ZR1 that began in early July 2008 is limited to 2,000 vehicles per year, each identified with a special VIN that denotes its sequential build number. -Video after the jump

See the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro Unveiled Live at 4pm on CarScoop

Despite last Friday’s online leak, Chevrolet announced that it will proceed with the unveiling of the production version of the 2010 Camaro in a live webcast hosted by Ed Peper of Chevrolet and Ed Welburn of GM Design. All you have to do to watch the webcast is click here on 4 pm EDT. –Video after the jump

Video: Corvette ZR1 Lapping the ‘Ring in 7:26.4

We know you’ve all been anxiously waiting to see the video of the new 620Hp Corvette ZR1 lapping the Nurburgring race track in a stunning 7 minutes and 26.4 seconds, so without any further ado, just follow the jump and check it out! -Continued