Henning Kjensli and his 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible.
1969 Corvette Stingray Convertible
Henning bought the car in Connecticut while going to college in Florida (where the picture was taken). He still has it today with him in Norway, but plans to bring it back to the U.S. in 2013 for a coast to coast drive.
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The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV, unveiled at the 2012 Los Angles Auto Show, gives EV drivers the high tech infotainment they want - and need - to get the most out of their EV experience.
The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV packs smart performance and connectivity technologies into an affordable five-door urban mini car designed to make the trip as electrifying as the destination. Competitively priced under $25,000 with tax incentives, Spark EV is offered in bright colors including Electric Blue, Black Granite, Summit White, Silver Ice and Titanium. The interior features a combination of bright accents in Electric Blue and chrome.
Spark EV will go on sale next summer in select markets and is expected to have among the best EV battery range in its segment and be the first electric vehicle to offer SAE Combo DC Fast Charging capability. The battery system is designed to be safe, durable and reliable, and is warranted for eight years or 100,000 miles. The battery will also enable the Spark EV to reach 80-percent battery charge in just 20 minutes. Owners can coordinate charging according to departure time or during off-peak electricity rates. They can also manage and monitor the vehicle remotely via computer at OnStar.com or with a special Chevrolet Mobile App powered by OnStar Remote Link. The Spark EV comes with three years of standard OnStar service.
Expected to have among the best range in segment, the Spark EV also has 400 lb-ft of torque and can charge up to 80% in 20 minutes with optional SAE Combo fast charger. Aerodynamic treatments throughout the exterior enhance Spark EV's range.
“When you engineer a technology-filled, all-electric mini car that goes from zero-to-60 mph in less than eight seconds, customers won’t miss the gas,” said Mark Reuss, president, General Motors North America. “The Volt and now the Spark EV show that Chevrolet not only knows EVs better than anyone else, we also know how to help customers get the most out of their EV experience.”
Inside the Spark EV, critical vehicle functions are clearly and intuitively displayed on one of the vehicle’s two reconfigurable, high-resolution, seven-inch color LCD screens, including a confidence gauge that shows the expected driving range based on driving habits and other conditions.
Spark EV also will keep urban drivers musically connected with Chevrolet’s exclusive MyLink radio which comes standard and safely brings smartphone-based infotainment – including apps for BringGo full-function navigation, TuneIn global internet radio, Pandora and Stitcher – into the vehicle.
The 2014 Chevrolet Spark EV, unveiled at the 2012 Los Angles Auto Show, gives EV drivers the high tech infotainment they want- and need- to get the most out of their EV experience. With two reconfigurable, HD, seven inch color LCD screens, the Spark EV features a customizable interface with confidence gauge. Spark EV also has Chevrolet’s exclusive MyLink radio which brings smartphone-based infotainment – including apps for BringGo full-function navigation, Siri voice recognition, TuneIn global internet
In addition to previously announced markets including California and South Korea, Spark EV will also go on sale in participating dealerships throughout Oregon, Canada and other global markets. Spark EV will be eligible for coveted high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes in California.
The holidays wouldn’t be complete without America’s Thanksgiving Parade, an 86 year tradition.
This year the General Motors Foundation is participating in a big way. The Foundation has sponsored a float in America’s Thanksgiving Parade that is a celebration of education and a showcase of its commitment to investing in America’s youth – the next generation of innovators.
The 17 foot tall by 60 foot long float features a futuristic scene with two students leaving high school and choosing which educational road to take: Science Way, Math Lane, Engineering Road and Technology Highway.
The GM Foundation has many educational partnerships dedicated to helping students pursue studies in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). One partnership that helped to inspire the float was that of United Way for Southeastern Michigan. The GM Foundation donated $27.1 million to United Way to create a “Network of Excellence” and immerse local students in seven Detroit-area high schools in STEM cirricula and raise graduation rates by 30 percent over five years.
“This float is GM Foundation demonstrating its commitment to the youth and families of our community,” said Michael J. Brennan, United Way for Southeastern Michigan president and CEO. “We are delighted by the forward-looking view of the work we are doing now to transform high schools throughout the tri-county region.”
Designed and built by The Parade Company, the float took six months to be completed, but the waiting and work paid off when the float was recently unveiled by teamGM Cares Volunteers, “Network of Excellence” principals and United Way of Southeastern Michigan representatives. The public will be able to see the float live on WDIV when it makes the trek down Woodward with GM employees from across the company riding on top or marching alongside.
“America’s Thanksgiving Parade will give viewers across the nation a glimpse into the many wonderful facets of Detroit, and the GM Foundation is honored to part of this wonderful showcase of our city,” said Karen Nicklin, manager, GM Foundation.
To see the GM Foundation’s float in this year’s America’s Thanksgiving Parade, go to http:www.clickondetroit.com to watch it live on the web or check this list (courtesy of The Parade Company) to see where you can view it in your area on TV.
The 2014 Corvette exterior was sculpted for optimal aerodynamic performance. Every line, every vent, every millimeter performs.
Precisely sculpted design and good looks meets unmatched performance in the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette. Behind the scenes, engineers have used some of the most advanced computer-aided modeling programs to optimize every inch of the car. Continue reading
Joyce Mattman | Director, Commercial Product and Specialty Vehicles, GM Fleet and Commercial Operations
In any business, success hinges on putting customers first, and this couldn’t be more true at GM Fleet & Commercial. We strive to do this each day by focusing on three simple principles: providing customers with great products, innovative business solutions and exceptional customer service.
My team is focused on new and innovative products to ensure that we meet customer needs. We’ve made some exciting alternative fuel additions to our already extensive product portfolio of more than 40 vehicles.
Our customers want to reduce fuel costs and meet sustainability goals. We listened to their feedback, and during the past two years, we’ve added innovative vehicles like the compressed natural gas (CNG), vans and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vans to our product portfolio, and have started production on our new bi-fuel CNG pickup.
In fall 2010, we announced a CNG option on the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans. CNG is a great solution because it is among the cleanest burning alternative fuels and can cut carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 25 percent compared to petroleum products. Yesterday, according to CNGprices.com, the price of a gallon of CNG was $2.14, significantly lower than a gallon of gasoline. CNG is independent of the price of petroleum, which enables businesses to better manage their budgets.
We also offer our full-size trucks with a CNG and gasoline bi-fuel option. The bi-fuel Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD pickup trucks seamlessly transition between each fuel type. These trucks give customers fueling flexibility, and a combined range of more than 650 miles.
Our Express and Savana 4500 cutaway vans run on LPG, a cleaner burning fuel than petroleum. With 90 percent of the propane used in the US produced domestically, LPG is an important alternative fuel because it can help customers – and the country – reduce dependence on foreign oil. The LPG cutaway chassis is an outstanding product for schools and shuttle bus applications because of the cost savings associated with the fuel.
I am proud to say that GM is the only manufacturer to provide a single-source CNG and LPG van.
GM stands alone in that all of our vehicles meet GM’s strict safety, quality, reliability and durability standards, and are covered by GM’s full warranty. Our alternative fuel offerings are also EPA and CARB certified, providing our customers further peace of mind.
In addition to LPG and CNG options, we offer customers a strong lineup of alternative power vehicles to meet their varying day-to-day business needs, including the Chevrolet Volt and the Malibu Eco, Buick Regal and LaCrosse with eAssist. And new for 2013, the Chevrolet Cruze diesel, and Spark EV (in select states) will offer customers even more solutions.
Joyce Mattman was appointed Director of Commercial Product and Specialty Vehicles at GM Fleet and Commercial Operations in November 2008. Focusing on current product performance, while also developing future products, Mattman’s goal is to incorporate future vehicle features and technologies to deliver practical application for large fleet customers and commercial vehicle buyers.
