2014 Corvette Stringray

Blogged from GM Canada 

BEAUTY IN PURPOSE

The 2014 Corvette Stingray is engineered to defy convention. Designed to dismiss the ritualistic and the cliché. Created to oppose the expected, abolish empty traditions and explore the unknown. Two functional parts are all that remain of the past. Purpose alone is sacred.
The machine is entirely new. But familiar cues surface. Distinct aeronautical lines. A flowing, aerodynamic exterior. A sleek fastback finish. For the first time in decades, a stunning machine emerges with the aesthetic impact and the performance prowess worthy of the Stingray emblem.

EVERY LINE MATTERS

A BEAUTIFUL WEAPON

The Stingray is designed on purpose. Low, light and lean. Provocative, purposeful and sculpted for optimal performance. A beautiful weapon against convention.

DESIGN MUST PERFORM

AERODYNAMICS

The benchmark of aerodynamic prowess. Functional exterior vents create a totally new breathing experience to reduce lift and minimize drag. Increased downforce keeps the car planted. Advanced ventilation systems flow from front to back, cooling critical components of a perfectly balanced powertrain. Efficient airflow controls temperatures and improves vehicle handling. Stunning design meets racing strategy.

DESIGNED ON PURPOSE

EXTERIOR

Unprecedented collaboration achieves sculptural, capable styling for the Stingray. Surfaces feel streamlined. Geometric shapes transition smoothly from soft to crisp edge. A carbon-fibre-crafted hood and removable roof help lower the centre of gravity and enhance weight balance. Air flows effortlessly to reduce drag and optimize performance. Executed with beauty and proportion, every millimetre serves its purpose.

HONOUR THE CRAFT

INTERIOR FOCUSED

Performance driving is experienced from the interior. Perfection is critical. Every line, every stitch and every accent must honour craftsmanship — and serve the driver.

TRUTH IN MATERIAL

An honest interior starts with authentic materials. This is no exception. If it looks like aluminum, it is aluminum. If it looks like carbon fibre, it is carbon fibre. When it's leather, it's Grade A leather — hand-selected, stitched and crafted to adorn a new generation.

REVEL IN THE JOURNEY

Follow no one. The way forward is determined by purpose alone. Illuminated by innovative digital features. Enhanced by intelligent driver controls. Inspired by a stunning change of interior scenery. The journey begins in the cockpit.

INSTRUMENT PANEL

An intuitive instrument panel cluster display bears an 8-inch diagonal screen with reconfigurable gauges, multiple display modes and real-time performance data. A centre console entertainment interface features a retractable, tablet-inspired 8-inch diagonal touch-screen complete with customizable applications. An available enhanced colour Head-Up Display complements both by projecting critical data into the driver's line of sight on the windshield. A robust control panel tuned for performance driving.

SEATS

Redesigned, stitched and wrapped in available Napa leather, the standard Grand Touring seat cradles the driver for optimal comfort and support. A lightweight magnesium frame and secure side bolsters hold the driver more firmly in place. An available Competition Sport seat provides maximum support and fit, with more pronounced side bolsters designed for high-performance driving on the track.

STEERING WHEEL

Designed exclusively for Stingray. Hand-wrapped in natural leather, a smaller, race-inspired 360 mm diameter steering wheel enhances grip and driving feel. Driver controls await command. Steering wheel-mounted paddles initiate Active Rev Matching for manual transmissions or manual shifting for automatic transmissions. A discreet, flat euro-stitch lends a subtle but crafted feel. Elegance is in the details.

PRECISION NEVER RESTS

MACHINED FOR PRECISION

Methodically constructed to be the lightest and stiffest to date, the Stingray space frame demands an evolutionary approach to precision engineering.

BE UNEXPECTED

Completely redesigned. A technological marvel. The 6.2L LT1 V8 engine boasts an estimated 450 horsepower, 450 lb.-ft. of torque and 0-96 km/h (0-60 mph) times of under 4 seconds¹. A distinctive rear transaxle layout achieves optimal weight balance. A trio of innovative technology rarely seen in any elite sports car achieves revolutionary power and fuel efficiency. Compact engine design lowers the hood line and vehicle centre of gravity. An available dry-sump oil system delivers through high g-force cornering. A 7-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Matching completes a technologically advanced powertrain like no other.

ROADS WILL SURRENDER

EVERYTHING CHANGES

Confidence elevates the driving experience. It inspires and satisfies. It translates technology into enhanced capability. Confidence changes everything.

TRUST THE MACHINE

Precision inspires confidence. Confidence inspires mastery. Technology leads the way. Steering adapts. Responsiveness is enhanced. The vehicle is stabilized. Standard Brembo^® brakes deliver confident stopping power. Developed exclusively for the STINGRAY, Michelin^® Pilot^® Super Sport Zero Pressure tires optimize ride, grip and handling. Available Third Generation Magnetic Ride Technology stiffens the suspension to soften vertical and lateral movement. A Z51 Performance Package² achieves full track capability with an electronic limited slip differential, which promotes improved stability, confidence and responsiveness. No one walks away unchanged.

RIGHT FOR ANY ROAD

With the turn of a dial, everything changes. Five distinct, selectable driver modes electronically calibrate up to 12 performance variables to customize the car for any road. The feel of the steering. The appearance of the cluster display. The characteristics of the suspension. All adapt. With the optional Z51 Performance Package, available Performance Traction Management offers five settings of torque reduction and brake intervention for more confident driving on the road. The machine serves the driver.

2013 Buick Encore

You might not expect a 5-passenger crossover to be as finely crafted as a Swiss watch, as tech-savvy as your dream entertainment center and agile enough to maneuver through any narrow city street. But from now on you will. Introducing Encore. The luxury crossover with premium materials, ingenious design, flexible storage and purposeful technology. It’s like we knew exactly what you were missing in a crossover, and created the versatile Encore for you.

When it comes to design, the 2013 Encore is one of a kind. It’s sculpted, elegant, nimble, efficient and luxurious, all at the same time. Encore will turn heads.

Inside and out, Encore’s technological innovations provide everything from peace and quiet to peace of mind. Your entertainment and navigation choices are simple, purposeful and empowering—the way personal luxury should be. Here are some of the highlights.

The Buick IntelliLink² system will leave you speechless—the instant you talk to it. It’s a voice-activated, high-definition system that connects your smartphone, your Pandora^® and SiriusXM^® stations, and Stitcher™ SmartRadio,^® all through one 7-inch full-color touch screen. Consider it your personalized infotainment command center.

Some of our technologies may seem just interesting conveniences at first, but they’re all a part of your personal luxury. It’s these thoughtful touches that you’ll quickly realize you can’t live without. Available features include:
· Remote Start
· Rainsense Wipers
· Rearview Camera system
· Memory Seats & Mirrors

· Front Park Assist
· Rear Park Assist

With a conveniently placed USB port³ to Bluetooth^® connectivity,⁴ Encore’s features keep you connected to all your mobile and entertainment devices. And they’re seamlessly integrated into your IntelliLink system.

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Designing a luxury crossover with you in mind means that we started with safety. And Encore takes safety to a whole new level with 10 air bags standard⁵ and available features such as Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning and all-wheel drive. These technologies combined with great Buick standards like StabiliTrak and OnStar, give Encore a comprehensive safety story.

Encore comes with 10 standard air bags⁵ including:
· 2 frontal
· 2 head curtain side air bags that also deploy in a rollover
· 4 seat-mounted side-impact air bags
· 2 knee air bags

StabiliTrak and full-time traction control systems constantly monitor and adapt to road conditions as they change, helping add to Encore’s stability and provide the driver with added control.

To add to its extensive standard safety features, Encore offers Forward Collision Alert. It’s a camera-based technology that detects a possible collision threat and alerts the driver to take action.

Encore’s comprehensive safety package includes a 6-month trial subscription to the OnStar⁶ Directions & Connections Plan, standard. The plan includes Automatic Crash Response, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Roadside Assistance, Emergency Services Link and even Remote Door Unlock because we’ve all been there.

Encore is always looking out for you. Especially when it comes to changing lanes. With Lane Departure Warning, Encore issues both visual and audible warnings when the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane.

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At the heart of Encore’s power is a 1.4L ECOTEC^® 138-hp turbocharged engine with variable valve timing. For even more peace of mind, the all-wheel drive (AWD) options seamlessly shifts power to Encore’s rear wheels when more is required for better traction and handling.

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The 2013 Buick Encore is perfect for those looking for luxury and functionality in a right-sized, efficient and maneuverable vehicle. Encore offers an EPA-estimated 25 mpg city, 33 mpg highway and a combined EPA-estimated fuel economy of 28 mpg with a standard 6-speed automatic transmission.

From Buick.com

2013 Chevrolet Trax

Post courtesy of General Motors of Canada 2012-12-17

• All-new, globally designed, five-passenger small sport utility vehicle expands the Chevrolet portfolio, with a choice of front- and all-wheel-drive models
• SAE-certified 138-hp (103 kW) Ecotec 1.4L power-dense turbocharged engine and six-speed manual or automatic transmission and optional six-speed automatic transmission
• Available Chevrolet MyLink system with seven-inch, high-resolution, full-colour display radio Satellite Radio/USB, voice recognition and Bluetooth phone and audio
• Global chassis designed for manoeuvrability, and controlled ride and handling
• Ten standard air bags and StabiliTrak electronic stability enhancement system
• Six months of OnStar Directions and Connections service
• Available OnStar Remote Link app
• Three-year/ 60,000 kilometre bumper-to-bumper warranty
• Standard USB and Bluetooth

Ottawa, Ontario (December 17, 2012) – The all-new Chevrolet Trax small sport utility vehicle made its global debut at the Paris Motor Show in September 2012. Trax will meet the needs of customers in over 140 markets and will arrive in Canadian Chevrolet dealerships this winter with a starting MSRP of $18,495.
Trax delivers excellent fuel efficiency, flexibility and car-like handling that urban explorers demand in this ever growing and popular small SUV segment.
“Trax is an important addition to the Chevrolet portfolio in Canada,” said Marc Comeau, vice-president of sales, service and marketing for Chevrolet in Canada. “We believe Trax will be a popular choice with Canadians looking for the convenience and utility offered by a small SUV, which will be ideal to drive in urban centres and cities across Canada.”
Trax Design and Exterior
With room for five passengers and generous cargo space, Trax exhibits its SUV toughness and capability in a small package through a muscular exterior design and a wide athletic stance. Its contemporary form evolves the global Chevrolet design aesthetic.
Measuring 4,280 mm in length, 1,776 mm in width and 1,674 mm in height, Trax sports a subtle centreline crease on the hood surface, detailed halogen headlamps and a rearward swept roofline, all of which contribute to the vehicle’s dynamic appearance.
Trax Powertrain
Trax comes equipped with Chevrolet’s proven 1.4L Ecotec turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, producing 138 horsepower and 148 lb.-ft. of torque. FWD models are available with a 6-speed automatic or manual transmission, delivering fuel consumption ratings of 7.8 L/100 km city and 5.7 L/100 km highway (manual) and 8.1 L/100 km city and 5.9 L/100 km highway (automatic).  The AWD is available with a 6-speed automatic transmission only, and delivers a fuel consumption rating of 8.7 L/100 km city and 6.5 L/100 km highway.
Trax Interior
Storage amenities in the new Trax are plentiful. They include various compartments above and on both sides of the centre stack as well as an available under-seat storage tray. Trax’ loading space can accommodate a maximum of 1371L; with further space that can be made available under the cargo floor.
In addition to a 60/40 split rear seat, Trax boasts a front passenger seat that can be folded flat, offering additional flexibility in the segment. Up to eight seating configurations are possible.
Upper trims of the Chevrolet Trax will feature Chevrolet MyLink as standard. Chevrolet MyLink is an infotainment system that aggregates content from smartphones onto the seven-inch, high resolution, full-color touchscreen display. A dedicated navigation app called Engis Bringo will become available early next year. It will project the route from the smartphone onto the system’s touch-screen. A rearview camera is part of the MyLink infotainment package and provides assistance during parking maneuvers.