Chevrolet News Archive
Cars 'will be more important than ever this summer' 21/08/2009
British drivers may well end up spending longer behind the wheel this summer - regardless of whether they bought their motor from a Citroen or Chevrolet dealership - it has been suggested.According to Kwik-Fit, with more people holidaying in the UK, cars are becoming an increasingly important part of travellers' getaway plans...
Dealerships 'benefitting from scrappage scheme' 11/08/2009
The majority of UK auto retailers - from Citroen to Chevrolet car dealerships - may have benefitted from the scrappage scheme, if the latest government figures are anything to go by.Official statistics have shown the number of orders placed as a result of the cash for bangers initiative has now topped 150,000...
IAM offers advice on dealing with tailgaters 24/07/2009
Motorists who have visited any car retailer from a Citroen to a Chevrolet dealership to buy an auto over the past few months may find recent advice can help them protect their new set of wheels.The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has urged drivers not to respond aggressively to tailgaters...
Car owners urged to be cautious about increasing excess 13/05/2009
Whether drivers own a Citroen or a Chevrolet, increasing the excess on their insurance beyond a manageable limit could be a mistake, it has been suggested.The British Insurance Brokers' Association (Biba) made this claim in light of research it carried out that showed an increasing number of people were looking at ways to cut the cost of cover...
Drivers urged to protect their suspension 04/02/2009
Motorists who want to avoid expensive car repairs may be well-advised to take preventative measures to protect their suspension, it has been suggested.Car Parts Direct claimed the ever-increasing use of speed bumps in the UK is causing problems for the nation's drivers...
Chevrolet launches Dream Garage competition 17/06/2008
Car manufacturer Chevrolet has announced that it will be running a new competition in the UK this summer. The company is set to give away five cars in its Dream Garage competition, which is returning for 2008...
'World first' car fitting room unveiled by Chevrolet 15/04/2008
Automobile manufacturer Chevrolet has unveiled what it claims is the first fitting room in the world where motorists can see what they look like in cars. People visiting the firm's Phoenix Wimbledon site can get behind the wheel of a potential purchase and check out what they look like from all angles using a series of mirrors and a remote-controlled platform...
'Fitting room for drivers' launched by Chevrolet 11/04/2008
Chevrolet has created a groundbreaking new dealership concept that enables drivers to 'try on' vehicles before they make a purchase.The carmaker is trialling its drive-in fitting room at a South London forecourt and claims that it gives motorists the chance to find out how they look in a car before they drive it away...
Fuel cell car revealed by Chevrolet 13/03/2008
Chevrolet showed off a new fuel cell car in Vancouver at an automobile exhibition this week.The motor manufacturer displayed the Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell at the Globe 2008 Auto Future Tech Summit which once it gains approval from safety authorities will be available to buy...
Chevrolet to unveil Aveo next month 14/08/2007
Chevrolet has announced it will unveil its new Aveo supermini at next month's Frankfurt International Motor Show.The Aveo is to usher in a new era in the styling of Chevrolet's small cars, according to the American carmaker...
Chevrolet Camaro to appear in Transformers 25/06/2007
The Chevrolet Camaro is set for an outing on the big screen this summer in the eagerly-awaited new Transformers movie, car buyers may be interested to know.Thanks to an exclusive sponsorship deal struck by the film's developers, all Transformers in the film will be based upon US automotive giant General Motors' family of vehicles...
Chevrolet Premiere debuts 29/12/2006
Chevrolet have announced the unveiling of the HHR Premiere edition, an advancement on the HHR 2LT, a limited edition with a two-tone interior and a frosted Cappucino exterior.According to the company, only 4,000 Premieres will be built, with production starting in early 2007...
Chevrolet UK announces independent car parts scheme 02/11/2006
A new vehicle parts scheme has been launched that should make it easier for Chevrolet enthusiasts to keep their vehicles on the road.Chevrolet Trade Plus has now been launched by Chevrolet UK and aims to help independent garages and workshops find parts to keep the marquee's cars running...
Chevrolet to resurrect Camaro 07/08/2006
Chevrolet is to resurrect its iconic Camaro model as a production car, the US automotive giant has announced.Since unveiling its 400-bhp concept model at the North American International Auto Show in January this year the industry has been alive with speculation that the Camaro would be making a comeback...
Chevrolet Captiva set for Spring launch 15/06/2006
Chevrolet has postponed the launch of the new Captiva after experiencing several production issues, What Car? has reported. The car manufacturer, owned by General Motors, has run into difficulties producing the right hand drive versions of its 4x4 Captiva, delaying the car's launch from this year to some point in Spring 2007...
Chevrolet in million-pound customer offer 27/04/2006
Chevrolet last week dealt customers both present and potential a major incentive by offering £200-worthof Marks and Spencer vouchers to people who test-drive one of their models and then buy a new car – even if that car is not a Chevrolet...
Chevrolet Epica: One for the family 08/02/2006
Chevrolet is due to launch its first mid-size model in Europe, with the new Epica being showcased at the Geneva Motor Show. Chevrolet claims the Epica "sets new standards" for its passenger cars in Europe, making use of high quality soft feel mouldings with chrome highlights, luxurious leather seat facings, climate control air conditioning and a high power FM tuner/CD system...
Chevrolet Capitva SUV to make Euro debut 18/01/2006
US carmaker Chevrolet has unveiled photographs of its new compact SUV for the European market. The vehicle, which makes its world debut at this year's Geneva Motor Show in March, will be the first diesel powered Chevrolet SUV specifically designed for Europe...
Chevrolet's new engine 'beefs up' the new Captiva 01/12/2005
The first range of diesel engines developed for Chevrolet will begin production in March next year. There will be two versions of the engines, which were developed by GM Daewoo Auto and Technology, GM Powertrain and an Italian manufacturer, produced at a Korean factory constructed specifically for the project...
