Chevrolet Camaro Z/28

This is one of the first independent reviews of the 2014 Camaro Z/28 and since this car is a high-performance monster, the team from Ignition thought the best place to drive it was the racetrack.

With 505 horsepower from a high-revving 7.0-liter V8, a 6-speed manual transmission, special suspension setup, and the widest front tires of any production car, the Camaro Z/28 proved to be in its element on the track.

Its track tires may need to be warmed up, but once they are brought to temperature they are really sticky, providing impressive grip, according to the reviewer.

The Chevrolet really impressed racing driver Randy Pobst, who describes the Z/28 as a very satisfying car to drive fast. He was also surprised by the powerful brakes that offer a very quick response.

Head down past the jump to watch the complete review.

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2013 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition

The 2013 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition, both in coupe and convertible variants, will arrive in Chevrolet dealerships this spring after a limited, one-time production run.

Just like the coupe model, the Camaro Hot Wheels Edition Cconvertible features a flashy metallic paint scheme with graphic accents, red line alloys, Hot Wheels grille and the toy car company logo on the grille and decklid plus Hot Wheels Edition sill plates.

The special Camaro is available in 2LT (V6) and 2SS (V8) trims, with SS models featuring a 6.2-liter V8, offered as the “L99” on automatic-equipped vehicles and the “LS3” on manual-equipped models. The L99 has 400 horsepower and 410 lb-ft (556 Nm) of torque, while the LS3 develops 426 horsepower and 420 lb-ft (569 Nm) of torque.

LT-based models feature the “LFX” 3.6-liter V6 engine rated at 323 horsepower. A dual-mode exhaust system is available with the six-speed manual transmission, as well as LT models with either the manual or the automatic transmission.

The 97th Indianapolis 500 is scheduled for Sunday, May 26, with the Opening Day being on Saturday, May 11.

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2014 Chevrolet Impala

The redesigned from the ground up 2014 Impala will be offered with two 4-cylinder units, a new 2.5-liter delivering 195hp and 187 lb-ft (253 Nm) of torque and a 182hp 2.4-liter unit with GM's eAssist “mini hybrid” system, plus a 3.6-liter V6 that generates 305hp and 264 lb-ft (358Nm) of torque.

All engines are linked to a six-speed automatic transmission as standard.

GM said that the 3.6L version will be the first to hit showrooms next spring, with a starting price of $30,760 for the LT and $36,580 for the LTZ, including destination charges.

Soon after, Chevy will launch the base 2.5-liter engine with prices set at $27,535 for the LS; $29,785 for the mid-trim LT; $34,555 for the top grade LTZ, again with all prices including a destination and delivery fee.

Pricing for the 2.4L engine with eAssist will be announced at a later date.

By comparison, the current 2013 Impala starts at $26,685 (including delivery charges) for the base LT model that's powered by a 300hp 3.6-liter V6 engine.

The tenth generation Impala rides on an enlarged version of GM’s Epsilon II platform that also underpins the new Cadillac XTS

Among other new features, the 2014 Impala will debut Chevrolet’s MyLink in-vehicle entertainment system with an eight-inch color display screen that is customizable and also adopts a natural voice recognition, 10 air-bags, Adaptive Cruise Control and a number of crash-avoidance technologies like Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert.

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2013 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition

“It’s been nearly 20 years since I started designing cars for Hot Wheels and I have yet to drive one home,” said Felix Holst, vice president of creative for the Mattel Wheels Division. “Personally, I can’t wait to open the doors and see the Hot Wheels Camaro sitting in the garage.”

The Custom Camaro 1:64-scale toy car from 1968 was one of the original 16 Hot Wheels issued by Mattel and is considered today as one of the most valuable of the series among collectors. This is the first time that a full-size, production Hot Wheels car has been offered for sale by any manufacturer.

With the exception of the oversized logos on seats, the 2013 Camaro Hot Wheels Edition looks tastefully done as it echoes the styling cues of the toy series without going overboard.

Available in coupe and convertible body-styles in both 2LT V6 and 2SS V8 trims, the special edition model comes in a Kinetic Blue exterior color with two-tone matte hood and rear taillight panel “blackout” graphics, red accent stripes on the front ZL1-sourced front grille, and flame decals on the rear fenders.

Other exterior features include the unique black 21-inch wheels with red outline stripe, Hot Wheels grille, decklid and front fender logos, a ground effects package, including front splitter and rocker treatment, a ZL1 rear spoiler (for coupe models).

On the inside, the Camaro gets a black leather-trimmed interior accented with red and black seat stitching with the Hot Wheels logo embroidered on the front seats, Hot Wheels-style flame decals on the door panels, and Hot Wheels Edition sill plates.

The Hot Wheels Edition will be offered as a $6,995 optional package on the 2013 Camaro.

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