2012 Chevrolet Corvette V8

Newcarsinfo - General Motors (GM) is preparing the latest generations of the Chevrolet Corvette that will appear in 2012. GM will transplant the new V8 engine, replace the V6 engine. This new engine by GM is the first application of next-gen small block family. Feature direct-injection engine that can take E85 fuel (ethanol 85%). Later this V8 engine is more efficient and clean. This machine has a capacity of 5.5 liters with power boost to reach ...

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Corvette Grand Sport By GeigerCars

Corvette Grand Sport always looked attractive, but their performance is not good as his style until now. GeigerCars display performance package for the Corvette with supercharger engine (€ 16.450) and the transmission ratio that has been modified (€ 2.800). 6.2-liter V8 engine capable of generating power and 588 hp (438 kW/596 PS) and torque of 738 Nm (544 lb-ft). This capability means increased from 158 hp (118 kW/160 PS) and 163 Nm (120 lb-ft). This engine makes ...

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GM Will Use Override System

GM announced plans to equip their vehicles with brake override system. This was done because of the demands from the consumer to complete the security features. GM is adding an automatic transmission and electronic throttle control, at the end of 2012. This system will reduce engine power when the brake and accelerator pedal depressed at the same time. Currently, only the Corvette, Camaro V8, Malibu L4, V8 Colorado, Cobalt, HHR, Canyon V8, CTS-V and STS-V which ...

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