2010 Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept

2010 Red Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept

Hit the jump for the full press release and check out our gallery below. The biggest weight savings, however, has to come from the polycarbonate rear window which is also lifted straight from the C6R. Chevrolet has also bolted on a new raised carbon-fiber hood along with carbon headlight housings to shave a few pounds.

2010 White Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept

The suspension wizards at PFADT were so kind as to supply a set of mono-ball control arm bushings, adjustable stabilizer bars and a complete coilover suspension, too. Under the hood, the standard LS7 V8 benefits from a new low-restriction intake and a more robust coolant system. Throw in an adjustable rear wing borrowed straight from the C6R along with a full SCCA roll cage and you've got the bones for go-fast trackday goodness. Built by the Corvette legends at Pratt and Miller, this Satin White machine started its life as a Z06 with the CFZ carbon-fiber package.

Yellow Chevrolet Corvette Z06X Concept

Called the Corvette Z06X, the bruiser is effectively a race-ready behemoth with a host of suspension tweaks and a slew of weight-reducing materials on board. Chevrolet was kind enough to give us a sneak sampling of what the company has planned for SEMA 2010, and the star of the show looks to be the car you see above, Moreover : 2010 Kia Optima

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept

2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept image

Interior 2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept

Interior elegant 2010 Chevrolet Volt MPV5 Concept

Chevrolet Cruze

Chevrolet Cruze picture

Chevrolet Cruze picture

Chevrolet Cruze picture

Interior Chevrolet Cruze picture

It is expected to deliver segment-leading fuel economy with a new Ecotec 1.4L I-4 turbo with variable valve timing - including up to 40 mpg on the highway with a high-efficiency model. The Cruze also affirms Chevrolet's commitment to building refined, fuel-efficient vehicles using new, small-displacement four-cylinder engines. Auto Show, delivers many segment-leading features and details that challenge preconceived notions about what a compact car can be in North America. production version of the Chevrolet Cruze, unveiled at the 2009 L.A.

2011 Chevrolet Volt

2011 Chevrolet Volt

2011 Chevrolet Volt

The extended-range electric vehicle has undergone innumerable tweaks for aerodynamics, manufacturing and reliability since it stole the auto show as a concept car in 2007, but the sleek four-door on Chevrolet's stand is identical to the cars that will roll off the assembly line this year. despite what may have been the most public development process in the auto industry's history, there's still lots of misinformation about the Chevrolet Volt.

2011 Chevrolet Volt interior

2011 Chevrolet Volt

• The Volt's lithium-ion battery pack is assembled in Brownstown Township about 19 miles south of GM headquarters. on the highway. A turbocharged version of the same engine will help the Chevrolet Cruze get 40 m.p.g.

• The Volt's generator uses a new 1.4-liter, four-cylinder engine GM builds in Flint.
• The Volt will be built at GM's Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant, formerly home to Cadillac and Buick large cars. An onboard generator starts automatically to provide more electricity. Here are a few key facts to remember as you admire the production version at the auto show:
• There's no need to stop and recharge if you travel beyond the 40-mile range of the Volt's batteries.