GM exec projects U.S. auto sales to grow by 2 million vehicles in 2010 Aug 29, 2009
But he said new product sales such as the Chevrolet Camaro muscle car and Equinox crossover vehicle are continuing to be strong even after the program ended. Dewar said Chevrolet now makes up 50% of GM's global sales but is expected to rise to 60% or 65% next year as GM winds down its , Saturn, Saab and Hummer brands. (USA Today -- Autos)
GMprojects boost in auto sales in 2010 Aug 29, 2009
But he said new product sales such as the Chevrolet Camaro muscle car and Equinox crossover vehicle are continuing to be strong even after the program ended. Dewar said Chevrolet now makes up 50 percent of GM's Global sales but is expected to rise to 60 percent or 65 percent next year as GM winds down its Pontiac, Saturn, Saab and Hummer brands. (MSNBC -- Business)
Audi recalls A3, TT models Aug 28, 2009
John Schnatter sold the gold-and-black 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for $2,800 in 1983 to help save his father's tavern in Jeffersonville, Ind. and he used the rest to start what would become a worldwide pizza business. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Free pizza to Camaro owners Aug 27, 2009
The one-day offer is being made to commemorate company founder John Schnatter s successful quest to track down his beloved 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28, which he sold for $2,800 in 1983. The money helped save his father s tavern in Jeffersonville, Ind. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Papa John's founder finds his beloved 1971 Camaro Aug 27, 2009
sold the gold-and-black 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for $2,800 in 1983. The money helped save his father's tavern in , Ind. (USA Today -- News)
Chevron Announces First Winners in Texaco Everyday Performance Instant Win Game Aug 26, 2009
Grand prize winners receive a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro and first prize winners receive a year's worth of Texaco gas. Over 4,694 have already been named winners. (PR Newswire)
Papa Johns boss finds Camaro, gives free pizza Aug 26, 2009
John Schnatter sold the gold-and-black 1971 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 for $2,800 in 1983. The money helped save his fathers tavern in Jeffersonville, Ind. (MSNBC -- Business)
2010 Chevrolet Camaro SS Aug 21, 2009
Thursday, August 20, 2009. You have to feel sorry for the people at Hot Wheels. (Fox News)
Americans love affair with autos is still alive Aug 21, 2009
Sure, a few Ferraris, and even a Lamborghini Gallardo, could be spotted creeping along in the flow of man and metal, but for this audience, the stars were cars like the newly reborn Chevrolet Camaro, along with the countless GTOs, Deuce Coupe hot rods and other muscle cars of the era when Detroit iron ruled the road. Its really energizing, said Mark Fields, Ford Motor Co.s President of the Americas. (MSNBC -- Business)
Police: 2 Eastside Robberies Maybe Connected Aug 19, 2009
Police officers are also looking for a suspect vehicle that looks like a dark green vehicle that could be Pontiac Grand Am or a Chevy Camaro. Meanwhile, employees at the Little Ceasars try to get over a traumatic experience. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Soul machine Aug 15, 2009
The pictures are not showing a realistic presentation of the intense physicality of the all-new Chevrolet Camaro two-door coupe. Why is it that some people don t come across in pictures the way they do in person. (Helena Independent Record)
Spa Casino gives away red Camaro SS; Corvette next at Agua Caliente Aug 13, 2009
Dara from Palm Springs took home the grand prize: a 426-horsepower, V8 Automatic Chevy Camaro SS. The American muscle car features leather interior, six-disc CD changer, plus upgraded wheels and tires. Four other guests won $1,000 in cash, and another nine received $1,000 in free cash play. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Corky Simpson: PT Cruiser is a classic, not a clunker Aug 11, 2009
To some of us, though, the Cruiser is as easy on the eyes as the old and new Chevrolet Camaro, the Ford Mustang and Thunderbird. I cringe at the thought of any of these classics being crushed and chewed up into metallic confetti. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Racing Legend Mario Andretti Welcomes Automotive Journalist Jeff Bressler to the Finish Line After Cross Country Road Trip on Texaco With Techron Gas Aug 5, 2009
MARIO ANDRETTI, 2010 CHEVROLET CAMARO AND TEXACO GIVEAWAYS HIGHLIGHT RENO EVENT ... The event will showcase the new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro and celebrate the August 1 launch of the Texaco national promotion, with prizes including new 2010 Chevy Camaros and chances to win gas for a year (visit www ... You can read Jeff's blog at and follow him on Twitter at WHEN: Thursday, August 6, 2009 4-5 p.m. Mario Andretti welcome and photos with Jeff Bressler, showcase of new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, Texaco... (PR Newswire)
ST. CHARLES PARISH POLICE REPORT Aug 1, 2009
A 2002 Chevy Camaro valued at 10,000 was stolen from 125 Roland Court, Luling. Three guns, total value 1,400, were stolen from 114 Pelican St., Destrehan. (L Observateur, LA)
Low and slow with Gair Aug 1, 2009
Gair s Ford is a very unusual classic because the 50 Ford body sits on a 1978 Chevrolet Camaro frame and chassis. The car is powered by a Chevy 350 V8, drive train, and turbo transmission. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Classic cars attract many to lake Jul 27, 2009
With a V8 engine borrowed from an old race car, a front chassis welded on from a Ford Mustang and a rear chassis taken from a Chevrolet Camaro, Donald Barker, of Syracuse, said there was little, if anything, left in the original state compared with when he got the car 12 years ago. I saw the car pull up to this hot dog place in Syracuse and I said I had to have that car, Barker said. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Detroit's automakers face coastal conundrum Jul 24, 2009
Danny Martin is precisely the sort of young buyer you once would have expected to fall in love with the Chevrolet Camaro. A shaggy-haired surfer and valet at an exclusive San Diego restaurant, Martin is the owner of a tuner car, a modified version of a Honda Civic he drags in impromptu street races when he gets off work, late at night. (MSNBC -- Business)
GM sales fall on production cuts Jul 23, 2009
"We believe the strength of our products, including the Chevrolet Camaro, Spark and Malibu...and others around the world enabled us to weather an historically difficult rebirth of the new General Motors," said Jonathan Browning, GM's vice president of global sales. The brands that will remain with the new GM are Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac and Buick. (BBC News -- Americas)
Yuman sees similarities between GM and British Leyland Jul 21, 2009
You know, Gourley said, looking at his jasmine yellow car, it s really sad to think that in 20 or 30 years this would probably be a Chevrolet Camaro or a Pontiac GTO or an Oldsmobile 442. Gourley, a man who knows British sports cars, explains that he thinks what happened to the British Leyland Co. back in the 70s and what is occurring to General Motors now is too similar to be ignored. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Restored MSP patrol car makes appearance in Alpenfest parade Jul 18, 2009
Other vehicles students have worked on include a 1937 Ford, 1946 Dodge, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro, 1992 Ford Mustang and a 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. - Advertisement - Davis said the state police historic fleet of vehicles were restored for use by various MSP posts across the state for parades and other public events. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
2010 Ford Mustang GT Jul 17, 2009
While insignificant on it's own, the socket is just one part of a bigger picture that illustrates how Ford, on the verge of losing its muscle car monopoly with the arrival of the Dodge Challenger and Chevrolet Camaro, took a good look at its little pony, determined what was wrong with it, and fixed (almost) everything. The most obvious change, or not, is to the body. (Fox News)
Man holds up Winder store Jul 15, 2009
The man fled in a teal green Chevrolet Camaro driven by a white male with blond hair. The Chevy is a late '80s to early '90s model with T-tops. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Report: Chevrolet Camaro probably won't get a hot Z28 version Jul 15, 2009
Even ashe was talking about reviving the Pontiac G8 as a Chevrolet, GM's Bob Lutzis in the works for the Chevrolet Camaro. In a normal world, a Z28 would have seemedinevitable for the Camaro. (USA Today -- Money)
Jessica book sales fall short Jul 14, 2009
Online ads promoting the Chevy Camaro and Chevrolet Gay Day at the Movies, which featured men in skimpy bathing suits washing a car, hit the Internet because of an apparent oversight at GM, USA Today reports. Some Americans are swapping homes for motels as the ranks of the homeless swell during the recession, crowding out shelters and forcing cities and states across the country to find new types of housing. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
State Patrol: In-Air Speed Trap Catches Street Racers Jul 14, 2009
The drivers, pitting their Chevrolet Camaro and Eagle Talon against one another, were unaware of the helicopter above, which was conducting selective enforcement. Troopers on the ground made their way to the race near North 70th Street and McCormick Drive as the helicopter monitored. (7 KETV Omaha)
Report: GM failed to internally screen its sexy gay videos for Chevrolet Camaro Jul 14, 2009
General Motors' online videos featuring gay men in skimpybriefswashing a Chevy Camaro never would have hit the Web at them, GM's gay community outreach official says. (Thankstomjoseph1958 for the "brief" ad about 2 minutesintoa conservative newscast. (USA Today -- Money)
'Transformers' does the trick for Ramon Rodriguez Jul 13, 2009
Ramon Rodriguez, who as a child played with toy Transformers, in the Chevrolet Camaro that becomes the Autobot Bumblebee in Revenge of the Fallen. By Anthony Breznican, USA TODAY Ramon Rodriguez played with toy as a kid, but in the blockbuster brawling-robots movie, they're the ones playing with him. (USA Today)
Simply original (mostly) Jul 12, 2009
Jesse Skoubo/Democrat-Herald Logan Ellis, 10, of Salem does a little detail work wiping down his father s 1968 Chevy Camaro at the Dare to Cruz event in downtown Albany on Saturday morning. Simply original (mostly) By Steve LathropAlbany Democrat-Herald. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
A Retro Car Helps Reset GM Jul 12, 2009
But the muscle car's been transformed for the new millennium, and the new Chevy Camaro is screaming off the lot. From a starring role in Transformers to a starring role in the transformation of GM, the Camaro is smoking. (W-USA News, DC)
GM ready to start over Jul 11, 2009
Among them are the Buick Lacrosse and Chevy Malibu sedans; the company's upcoming global compact, the Chevy Cruze; and the resurrected Chevy Camaro muscle car. But Rep. (Honolulu Advertiser)
General Motors yanks 'tasteless' gay video for Chevrolet Camaro Jul 10, 2009
General Motors says it ordered removal of its 'tasteless' gay video for Chevrolet Camaro - Drive On: A conversation about the cars and trucks we drive - USATODAY.com ... General Motors says it ordered removal of its 'tasteless' gay video for Chevrolet Camaro. (USA Today -- Money)
GM keeps dealership closures under hood Jul 9, 2009
Mr. Simon pointed to some hot-selling cars such as the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, which reportedly is outselling the redesigned Ford Mustang, as proof that GM has what it takes to survive. When the new GM emerges from bankruptcy, the federal government to will hold a 60 percent ownership stake, with the Canadian government owning 12. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
2010 Chevy Camaro: An Instant Classic Jul 8, 2009
Review: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro - BusinessWeek ... Review: 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (BusinessWeek)
Canada Spends Big to Save GM, So Why Not Mexico? Jul 4, 2009
General Motors auto workers prepare rows of the new Chevrolet Camaro for delivery, at the company's Oshawa Ontario facility April 8, 2009. Fred Thornhill / Reuters / Corbis. (Time.com)
Chevy Racing to Meet Demand for New Camaro Jun 30, 2009
General Motors says it's struggling to meet demand for its new 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, with some buyers paying $500 to $2,500 more than the sticker price. The Camaro is creating enough buzz to play a key role in GM's turnaround. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Lean, green Transformer of your own Jun 27, 2009
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Review: 2009 Hyundai Genesis Jun 25, 2009
The Genesis Coupe competes with everything from General Motors' new 2010 Chevy Camaro Coupe to the and Nissan () 370Z.. If you're thinking it's crazy that a could challenge such varied and excellent rivals, think again. (BusinessWeek)
Barrett-Jackson expands Vegas auction Jun 24, 2009
There also will be Barrett-Jackson slot machines offering a chance to win a 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. Adding a fourth day to the auction is a testament to the celebration of the hobby, the resiliency of the collector car market and the quality of bidders and consignors we attract, said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Gm Fumbles Movie, Too Jun 21, 2009
After the first movie's release, 15,000 people signed up to receive information on the Chevy Camaro that serves as the Autobot named Bumblebee. After the DVD release, 500,000 more signed up. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Cooper-Standard credit at stake; company tries to restructure debt in next 30 days Jun 20, 2009
4 million from the same period in 08; and launched new product lines for the Mercedes E-Class, Lincoln MKS, Chevrolet Camaro and Lexus RS.. According to its Web site, Cooper-Standard Automotive employs approximately 16,000 people globally with more than 70 facilities throughout the world. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
'Transformers' toys with film-product model Jun 18, 2009
The film's introduction of real branded vehicles, such as the Pontiac Solstice and the Chevrolet Camaro, added to the toy-design challenge, Archer said. "I know what a Solstice looks like. I can see one on the road, so the toy better live up to it," he said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
West Chevrolet Showcases New 2010 Camaro Jun 17, 2009
Bill Buckland, general sales manager at West Chevrolet, Main Street South, Woodbury, stands near the new 2010 Chevy Camaro ... WOODBURY - All die-hard Chevy Camaro fans - and fans-to-be - are invited to head to West Chevrolet, 729 Main Street South, to see the all-new 2010 Camaro. (Voices, CT)
New GM cars coming - bankruptcy or not Jun 5, 2009
New GM cars coming, bankruptcy or not - Performance car No. 1: Chevrolet Camaro (1) - CNNMoney ... 1 of 7Performance car No. 1: Chevrolet Camaro. (CNN -- Money)
GM's best and worst vehicles Jun 4, 2009
As for the best, Bell lists the new Chevy Camaro, the Buick Grand National ("A turbocharged Regal"), the last Oldsmobile Aurora ("Nice, modern package"), and the 1977 Smokey and the Bandit Pontiac Trans Am ("Everything that was right and wrong about GM") ... Photo of Chevy Camaro by General Motors. (USA Today -- Money)
GM's reorganizing includes TV ads pitching new beginning Jun 3, 2009
GM also plans to follow through on launch marketing in the works for new vehicles, such as the Chevy Camaro. The U.S. Treasury cut Chrysler's plan for post-bankruptcy ads but so far is on board with GM. "We shared with the Treasury a version of this assurance ad and the kind of money we were going to spend, and they were very supportive," Spenchian says. (USA Today -- Autos)
Jim Trenary Not on List of Closing GM Dealerships May 30, 2009
" Davis said excitement is building over several new cars including the 2010 Chevy Camaro. "That car has been built very well. It is a real performer," he said. "Even with a V6 engine it churns out 304 horsepower. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Costas 1923 T-bucket Ford May 30, 2009
He owns a 1957 street and strip BelAir Chevy, a 1978 drag racing Chevy Malibu, a Sunny-day 1985 Bronco II, a 1968 pro-stock racing Chevy Camaro, a 1989 Sunny-day Harley Davidson, a 1979 El Camino in storage, a twin to the Chevy Malibu that is strictly for street use. The last item on the man-toy list is a 1923 Ford T bucket hot rod. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
BMW M3 GT2 Races onto the Front Cover of Need for Speed SHIFT from EA May 30, 2009
2009 Chevrolet Camaro SS. 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Dar Davis: The Chevy Camaro is back May 25, 2009
The Chevy Camaro is back ... Jan, I found out, is the happy owner of a pristine 1967 Chevy Camaro two-door hardtop coupe. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Indy drivers warned to be patient at the start May 24, 2009
"The No. 11 car felt good, and I'm getting excited for the race.''Defending Indy winner Scott Dixon had the most laps of any driver in one car, turning 501 laps in his primary car.Pole winner Helio Castroneves had 480 laps - 174 in his primary and 306 in his backup.---LUG NUTS: A scholarship for students attending Indiana University's new National Sports Journalism Center has been named for retiring Associated Press motor sports writer Mike Harris. The scholarship winner each year also will have... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wheels stripped from man's Camaro May 23, 2009
com Thieves swiped tires and rims valued at more than $5,000 from a man's Chevrolet Camaro while it was parked outside his home in the 2200 block of Payne Drive between 12:30 and 6 a.m. Thursday, Athens-Clarke police said ... Thieves swiped tires and rims valued at more than $5,000 from a man's Chevrolet Camaro while it was parked outside his home in the 2200 block of Payne Drive between 12:30 and 6 a.m. Thursday, Athens-Clarke police said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Local GM dealership safe for now May 22, 2009
On Saturday at 4 p.m. they unveiled the much-anticipated 2010 Chevy Camaro. GM North America vice president Ed Peper said, The return of the Camaro gives sports car enthusiasts a reason to rejoice. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
We aren't going anywhere May 21, 2009
On Thursday the dealership had received its first 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, and it was sold by Friday. "There is never a dull moment in the automobile business," he said. (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Hazel Summer Cruise-In draws large, festive crowd May 19, 2009
Vintage automobiles dating from the 1930s to the newest Chevy Camaro to roll off the assembly line roared into Hazel Saturday during the first Hazel Summer Cruise-In. Viper, Mustang Cobra, Ford Galaxy, Camaro, two-seater vintage hot rods from the 60s and 70s, Corvettes and many more were the stars of the show and attracted a crowd of car lovers to the downtown area. (Murray Ledger & Times, KY)
RACE TO THE FINISH: RACE TRACKS IN SIGHT FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY May 19, 2009
Harden sometimes has three race cars, but currently has two a 1967 Chevrolet Camaro and a 2001 Chevrolet Camaro ... Matt Holcomb also has a 1999 Chevrolet Camaro that he bought from Harden. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Around the Lompoc Valley May 19, 2009
Sunset Auto Center is looking to acknowledge all former Camaro Little League team members and their coaching staff with a special preview of the all new 2010 Chevy Camaro in May. Sunset is asking any former Camaro or coach to go online to and e-mail your name and contact number. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Cedar Shoals student suspect in break-ins May 17, 2009
A Rockford Fosgate woofer and amplifier was stolen from a 1998 Chevrolet Camaro. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, May 17, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Restyled 2010 Mustang a head-turner May 16, 2009
The Mustang's new look and features come at a good time, as the latest version of Ford's classic pony car faces competition from new sporty coupes like the Chevrolet Camaro and Dodge Challenger. Those cars have a more modern layout with an independent rear suspension that gives them an edge in comfort over the Ford, but the Mustang is the only car in the group to offer a convertible. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Big biking event set for Payette May 15, 2009
The official pace car of the race will be a 2009 Chevrolet Camaro convertible, which will also carry race queen Meghan King. We do not want racers coming to the finish line hours after the race starts, so we will have a pickup vehicle pulling racers off the course who fall too far behind, King said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Woman jumped in parking lot May 12, 2009
After the fight, she saw the two women jump into a Chevrolet Camaro convertible and drive away, police said. Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. (Athens Banner-Herald)
GM still riding high in Asia Pacific May 11, 2009
General Motors showcased its new Chevrolet Camaro at Auto Shanghai 2009 ... It also featured a classic name in sports coupe in the new Chevrolet Camaro, which will be appearing in the upcoming Hollywood blockbuster Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Bfxenon.com Announces the Release of the 2010 Chevy Camaro HID retrofit Headlights May 10, 2009
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Vigilante Parade award results listed (34) May 9, 2009
Antique Vehicles, third place 1967 Chevy Camaro : Justin Kirkbride, Patrick Morgan. Not Yet Rated. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
GM Dealers Have High Hopes For Camaro May 7, 2009
-- General Motors unveiled its new Chevrolet Camaro at dealerships across the country on Wednesday, a model it hopes can be driving force to turn around the struggling automaker's fortunes. H&H Chevrolet said its sales are down about 30 percent from this time last year. (7 KETV Omaha)
