Chevrolet Chaparral Vision Gran Turismo Concept Coming Soonmo

When Chevrolet teased a new Vision Gran Turismo concept on its Chevrolet Corvette Facebook page, we assumed the topless concept car was Corvette-based. Now, the automaker has revealed that its entry in the Vision GT series will be the Chevrolet Chaparral Vision Gran Turismo Concept.

“Jim Hall and Chaparral blended the art of racing with science in an unprecedented way, changing the sport forever and inspiring a new generation to experiment with aerodynamics and unconventional materials,” said Mark Reuss, GM executive vice president, Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain, in a release. “His race cars were four-wheeled physics projects that proved innovation -- and a strong Chevy race engine -- could drive you to the winner’s circle.”  Jim Hall and Hap Sharp founded Chaparral Cars in 1962 and turned the racing world upside down with a combination of wild aerodynamics and Chevrolet engines. 

Chaparral Cars and Chevrolet Research and Development worked to develop composite monocoque chassis, lightweight alloy powertrain pieces, racing automatic transmissions, and active aerodynamics. The 1966 Chaparral 2E featured a large wing that produced as much as 240 pounds of downforce at 100 mph. The Chaparral 2E and 2F were successful in the 1966 and 1967 race seasons, respectively. By 1970, the big-block V-8-powered Chaparral 2J had reached a high point of aerodynamic downforce. A pair of fans sucked air from underneath the car, creating suction and more downforce. 

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Chevrolet Traverse Named As One of the 10 Best Family Cars for 2014

For the second year in a row, the Chevrolet Travers has been named one of the 10 Best Family Cars of 2014 by Edmunds.com and Parents magazine.  The Traverse, which competed in the SUV category, met the judge’s criteria for safety, efficiency, style, and value.

As with any family vehicle, one of the most important sections is safety.  The Traverse has the segment’s only front seat center airbag, which inflates in the middle of the two front seat occupants for additional protection.  It was also named a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in 2013 and is offered with crash-avoidance technology such as forward collision alert and lane departure warning.

The 3.6-liter V6 in the Traverse is producing 288 horsepower and can return 24 mpg on the highway.  In addition to great fuel economy and safety, the Traverse was also recognized for its usability.  Designed for families, it has easily cleanable seats, multiple USB ports and an available power lift gate and rear seat entertainment system.  The second row seats can be either 1 person captain’s chairs or a three person bench, while the third-row bench can accommodate another 3 passengers.

“Traverse’s winning combination blends the capability and roominess of a traditional SUV with the attributes of a crossover, including a car-like driving experience, low step-in height and good efficiency on the highway,” Steve Majoros, marketing director of Chevrolet cars and crossovers, said in a statement.

The accolade adds to the Traverse’s awards received so far this year.  It was also named one of Kelly Blue Book’s 12 Best Family Cars for 2014, joining the other bowtie—branded car which made the list, the 2014 Chevy Impala.

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