Showing posts with label Chevrolet Performance. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Chevrolet Performance. Show all posts

Thursday, February 21, 2019

Introducing the Fastest & Most Accessible Camaro Yet


MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- Coming in late February, the fastest, most accessible, and track-capable Camaro yet, the 2019 ZL1 1LE. Available with a 10-speed automatic transmission, this vehicle is optimized for speed and endurance.


During the vehicle's development, Chevy engineers pushed the limits of the automatic transmission to be more than one half second faster than the standard manual on General Motors' 2.9-mile Milford Road Course. However, this vehicle doesn't just save you time at the track, it gives customers a  more engaging driving experience due to a plethora of other performance options like: 

  • Downforce-Producing Aero: unique features include a carbon fiber rear wing, specific air deflectors and dive planes on the front fascia that produce grip-generating downforce to help the car stick harder and drive faster in turns.
  • Adjustable Suspension: Racing derived, lightweight Multimac DSSV dampers front and rear offer exceptional wheel and vehicle control. The front-end ride height is adjustable, along with the camber geometry. The rear stabilizer bar also offers three-way adjustability.
  • Wheels and Tires: Specific lightweight forged aluminum wheels are an inch wider but an inch smaller in diameter, front and rear, than standard ZL1 wheels and are used with new summer-only Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3R tires that deliver max lateral grip of 1.10g. 
  • Lighter Weight: The lighter wheels and dampers, along with thinner rear glass and a fixed-back rear seat, contribute to more than 50-pound lower curb weight than a standard ZL1 Coupe.
  • Supercharged Performance & More: The power behind the ZL1 1LE is the 650-horsepower, supercharged LT4 engine. Brembo brakes are included, along with dual-zone automatic climate control, Bose premium audio system, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
The new transmission comes with many changes that live up to the requirements of the 1LE performance package. Unique calibrations were made to the transmission, electronic limited slip differential, and performance traction management system. The front and rear Multimac DSSV dampers have been tuned to accommodate the quicker shifts in weight transfer. New hardware includes an updated transmission oil pan and an additional cooling duct for the steering gear. 

All these upgrades are just another way that Chevrolet is upping their game for 2019. Steve Majoros, director of Chevrolet passenger car and crossover marketing said of the new package: 

"Adding an automatic transmission is another example of the Camaro portfolio delivering what customers want. This ultimate 1LE package is just another appealing option that is true to its racing heritage." 

Want to purchase the ZL1 1LE Track Performance Package for yourself? The MSRP is $7,500 and the available 10-speed automatic transmission is an additional MSRP of $1,595. Want more details? Head over to the Chevrolet website now! 

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858. 


Friday, December 21, 2018

The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Brings Home Engine Award


MT. PLEASANT, Mich -- The Silverado's 6.2L V-8, packs a big engine into a big truck, and it's gaining street credentials from consumers and critics alike. The engine just recently brought in a 2019 Wards Best Engines Award, putting the Silverado name next to legends like the Ford Mustang, Ram 1500, BMW X5 and more! 

The 6.2L V-8's secret is a mixture of 420 HP along with industry-leading dynamic fuel management, which saves on fuel yet doesn't sacrifice performance. This marvel exemplifies how modern engineers continue to find ways to improve efficiency without giving something up in return. DFM determines 80 times per second exactly how many cylinders require fuel to meet power demands, and uses only two to propel the vehicle down the highway. The most stunning part? The cylinder deactivation is so seamless the only thing you notice is less stops at the pump. 


Chevrolet first introduced efforts to save on fuel while boosting power with the Active Fuel Management system back in 2005. This approach alternated between 8 and 4 cylinder modes, while DFM currently features 17 cylinder patterns. The 6.2L V-8 and the 5.3L V-8 are the first available V-8s with Dynamic Fuel Management. The 6.2L is manufactured at GM's Tonawanda engine plant in New York and is SAE-certified at 420 HP, 460 lb of torque and paired with a Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission. 

Do you need the beastly 2019 Silverado engine in your life? Because we sure do. 

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.


Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Chevrolet Debuts the 2017 Camaro ZL1

Chevrolet Debuts the 2017 Camaro ZL1

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – When you are looking for a new sports vehicle look no further. The new 2017 Chevrolet Camaro redefines "sports car". This new sports coupe will offer exceptional performance and new design, technological features, and track capabilities. As Chevrolet debuts the 2017 Camaro ZL1 advanced sports coupes around the world must be prepared for the one that will challenge them all.

New Design
The new design of the 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is made for functionality as well as performance. Every exterior component improves aerodynamic functions. The lower grille provides greater airflow, and the wing-style rear spoiler and front fenders provide greater speed stability. Additional features include a larger front splitter and the upper grille flaunts a new version of the “flow-tie”, a new open bow tie emblem.

New Technologies
New technologies help maximize the performance of the sport coupe with Magnetic Ride Suspension and Performance Traction Management. They also help maximize your driving with Chevrolet Performance Data Recorder, which logs videos of your driving with real time data. Now you can improve your driving ability and techniques.

Track Capabilities and Performance

The new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 includes a LT4 6.2L V-8 small block engine, backed by a standard 6 speed manual transmission or an all-new available paddle shift 10-speed automatic. The Camaro ZL1 is the first Chevrolet vehicle to feature the new quick-shift 10-speed automatic. This feature has 7.39 overall ratio for smaller shifts between gears. This keeps the Camaro at optimal rpm levels during acceleration when exiting corners and provides lightning-quick responses on up and down shifts.

Along with the new 2017 Camaro ZL1 coupe model, Chevrolet revealed the 2017 Camaro ZL1 convertible. With comparable performance and a modular frame, this vehicle is the ultimate high-performance convertible. As Chevrolet debuts the 2017 Camaro ZL1, available for purchase later this year, you can stop by Graff Chevrolet Mt. Pleasant and test drive a new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro today! Our team of professionals can get you on the road and answer all of your Camaro questions. You can also get answers to all of your vehicle performance questions in the FAQ section of our Service page.

At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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