2008 Chevrolet HHR SS

Chevrolet is counting on the HHR SS to give buyers a proper re-introduction to the SS lineup.

Chevy has eliminated this problem in the HHR SS, which is great — there’s no sudden burst of power to break the wheels loose as you jet out of the corners. But turbo lag is also a cheap thrill, and to be honest, I kind of missed it. Chevy claims a 0-60 time of 6.3 seconds and a 15.8 second quarter mile, but the HHR SS doesn’t feel that fast.

2008 Chevrolet HHR SS

Chevy promises more models like the HHR SS, including the 2009 Cobalt SS, which will get the same powertrain as the HHR SS.

2008 Chevrolet HHR SS

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The interior has a quality look absent from many competitors, and the ride is smoother without giving up much in cornering. Overall, we liked the ride/handling balance and the engine’s willingness to move at speed, and regretted a bit of low-end hesitation and some quirks.

The standard engine is peppy at high rpms, with a smooth but clear “power program” transition. At times, we wished for better off-the-line acceleration, but the standard 145 hp four (with 150 lb/ft of torque – something you won’t see on a four-cylinder Honda) moved the Cobalt automatic faster than most of its stick-shift equipped competitors, including the Civic EX and Corolla (around 8.5 sec).

That’s especially good when you consider the hefty weight of the Cobalt - 2,824 pounds – partly to assure high crash-test ratings. A weight-sensing passenger airbag and available side airbags help to increase safety as well.

Chevrolet Cobalt LS

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Chevrolet Corvette ZO6

The top end Z06 moves from zero to sixty in four seconds flat, according to Chevrolet. Even the base automatic can get there in 5 seconds, which, given the heavy clutch and stick, is an argument for buying the automatic.

It has appropriate sounds for a high-performance muscle car, as well as excellent handling, aided by an active suspension and a dry weather traction control that makes extreme acceleration easy even for the novice driver. The active handling also makes the car much easier to handle, an important consideration for drivers not trained to handle racing cars.

Chevrolet Corvette ZO6

The Corvette provides spacious accommodations for two, but there’s not much space for doodads and gizmos, and the hard-to-open center console is very shallow.

Passengers can reach back into the trunk, since there’s no partition, but nothing will stay in place just behind the seats for very long.

Chevrolet Corvette ZO6

While the traction control and active suspension make some aspects of driving the Corvette easy, shifting is not one of them. It takes time to get the feel of the heavy shifter and clutch, not to mention the six-gear pattern. A first-to-fourth feature can sometimes get in the way.

The interior is sporty and unique. The Corvette’s instrument panel features a well-programmed and easily operated trip computer, alphanumeric readout, and easy to read gauges.

The speedometer switches between mph and kph at the press of a button, swinging the needle around as needed. Pressing an options button allows the driver to set preferences for car locking, seat movement, and other features.

Chevrolet Corvette ZO6

The Corvette’s main control drawback is the cruise control stalk, which, in GM tradition, is hard to use, and on the same stalk as the windshield washer, wipers, and headlights. However, when activated – or when the speed is changed – the alphanumeric message area tells what speed it’s set for, a nice feature.

The Corvette comes in two flavors – base and Z06. The base model can get from zero to sixty in five seconds with an automatic, 4.5 with a manual, making it almost the equal of the Z06. However, the base model has a smoother ride, and an automatic transmission for those who want it – in this car, not a major drawback.

With the Z06, the Corvette enters the world of the Supercar - but, since the 1970s, it’s been the best of the “normal-production” American muscle and sports cars.

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The standard model has a V8 engine, with 6,000 cc, 395 hp and 549 Nm.

From its features I can remind of: ABS, leather interior, alloy rims and many other interesting accessories.

Chevrolet 2500 SSR LS Power Pick-Up

Chevrolet 2500 SSR LS Power Pick-Up

Chevrolet 2500 SSR LS Power Pick-Up

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2007 Chevrolet Silverado

2007 Chevrolet Silverado

2007 Chevrolet Silverado

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Chevrolet Matiz LPG

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