A new member joins the family this year Camaro: 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 the. Equipped with a 6.2-liter V-8 to 580 horsepower and 556 lb-ft of torque generates foot, the ZL1 is the most powerful Camaro ever offered from the factory. It joins the line-up of the V-6 and V-8 powered sports coupe as a direct challenge to the high-horsepower versions of the Dodge and Ford competitors, the Challenger SRT8 and Mustang Cobra.

Apart from the addition of the ZL1, the Camaro lineup has few changes for the 2012 model year. Still early in the design cycle, the Camaro upgrades this year, mainly involving electronic updates and comfort. Chevy celebrates its 45th anniversary with a special 45th anniversary appearance package for the 2012 Camaro.

Body styles: coupe, convertible

Engines: 3.6-liter, V-6; 6.2-liter V-8; supercharged 6.2-liter V-8

Transmissions: six-speed automatic, six-speed manual

Models: Chevrolet Camaro LS, Chevrolet Camaro LT, Chevrolet Camaro SS, Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

GM extends Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 line up with the model that scream (and are willing to pay) for a more powerful model. A 45-year anniversary appearance package is also offered as well. Other changes include a standard real spoiler on the 2012 Chevy Camaro, redesigned instrument panel, Bluetooth availability, rearview camera system, and six-way powered passenger seat.

In both the coupe and convertible body styles, the retro-inspired 2012 Chevrolet Camaro turns heads and opening of the debate every time it's over. Chevrolet, realize it is best not to mess with a winning formula, only the rear spoiler is standard on the 2012 Camaro.

Blind spots are prominent in the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro due to the low, square-off roofline and high thresholds. The trunk opening also suffers due to the styling. Rear passenger seating remains tight. General Motors renews the interior with a more modern steering wheel and redesigned instrument panel, while refreshing some plastic inserts.

We even found the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro and the base 3.6-liter V-6 fast enough and has enough power to large vehicles pass almost effortlessly, feeling increases with the 6.2-liter V-8. Although we have not driven the ZL1 just yet, we expect to offer blistering power. The 2012 Chevy Camaro is also capable of a cruiser, suspension thun king road imperfections with minimal engine, road and wind noise. Large size of the Camaro and the blind spots affect the outward visibility, especially in tight spaces.

The 2012 Chevrolet Camaro comes standard with dual-stage frontal, side impact and head curtain side airbags for a total of six. Also standard are ABS brakes and stability control.

Chevrolet Camaro V-6: 17-19 mpg city/27-29 mpg highway

Chevrolet Camaro SS: 15-16 mpg/24 mpg highway

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1: Not available

Mechanically, the Chevrolet Silverado, the new model year intact. Chevrolet instead refreshes the grille and bumper, updates of the GPS / navigation system, CD-based maps on the hard disk, and offers a range of packages which appear, the Custom Sport Truck package, Chevy trucks '45e celebrates birthday. Several new exterior and interior color combinations are now available. Dealer-installed options now Autonet Wi-Fi system that allows Internet to 150 meters around the 2012 Chevy Silverado.

Towing and payload remains the best in its class at the time of this article, the Chevrolet Silverado able to tow 23,000 pounds in a ton fifth wheel, conventional towing at 18,000 pounds and payload capacity of 7215 lbs. StabiliTrak now includes Trailer Sway Control and Hill Start Assist.

Body style: Pickup

Engines: 4.3-liter V-6, 4.8-liter V-8, 5.3-liter V-8, 6.0-liter V-8, 6.2-liter V-8, 6.6-liter V-8

Transmissions: four-speed automatic, six-speed automatic

Models: Chevrolet Silverado WT, Chevrolet Silverado LT, Chevrolet Silverado LTZ, Chevrolet Silverado LTZ, Chevrolet Silverado XFE, Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid

Besides the new GPS navigation system, the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado get two new appearance packages. The White Diamond Edition, offered on the 2012 Chevy Silverado LT and LTZ models add exclusive Diamond White Tricoat exterior paint and chrome mirror caps and door handles. LT models get side moldings with chrome accents, while the LTZ version adds the Z60 high-performance suspension package, touring tires, 20-inch chrome wheels and chrome exhaust tip and hook. Custom Sport Truck, rake tion back to the original 1967 truck, including 5.3-liter V-8, heavy-duty towing package, 20-inch wheels, chrome door handles and EZ-lift locking tailgate. Chevrolet throws in four new exterior color choices - Silver Ice Metallic, Mocha Steel Metallic, Carbon Flash Metallic and Graystone - and two new interior color combos: Dark Titanium / Light Titanium and Dark Cashmere / Light Cashmere.

The Z71 Off-Road Appearance Package is available on LT and LTZ extended properly equipped and crew cab models. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ models can now be optioned with heated / cooled front seats. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models now come standard with cruise control and a spare slot.

There are no significant exterior and interior styling changes to the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. Chevy Silverado LS and LT models have a chrome border around the new chrome grille, lower bumper painted silver, and the new 20-inch chrome wheels fit. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado LTZ models remain a body-color surround use their rosters. Four new exterior colors - Silver Ice Metallic, Mocha Steel Metallic, Carbon Flash Metallic and Graystone - are available with two new appearance packages with different looks and combinations.

The Z71 Off-Road Appearance Package available for the 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and includes many features, including front and rear Rancho shocks, 18-inch wheels with on / off-road tires, fog lamps, bold graphics and Z71. Note the Z71 Off-Road Appearance Package is available on LT and LTZ extended cab and crew cab models equipped with the Z71 suspension.

There are no striking changes in the interior of the Chevrolet Silverado, which is still very utilitarian, especially in the Chevy Silverado WT model. Chevrolet now offers two new interior color combinations - Dark Titanium / Light Titanium and Dark Cashmere / Light Cashmere - for the model year. Optional heated and cooled seats are now available on the LTZ models, while all 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 models come standard with cruise control and a spare slot.

The 2012 Chevrolet Silverado drives like a small truck, much of this because the box frame, an extra cross beams and redesigned suspension of 2011. All these changes make the 2012 Chevy Silverado easier to drive straight on, turn navigation, and more livable on a daily basis over the competition. Cabin noise is well muted for this segment and the seats are comfortable. Brakes are somewhat mushy feel, but they are strong. In well-equipped Chevrolet Silverado 1500 models, the cruise grade braking feature in the transmission uses engine braking to assist in reducing the wear on brakes.

All 2012 Chevrolet Silverado pickup trucks are equipped with anti-lock brakes, standard dual front, side impact curtain airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and. StabiliTrak stability control now includes Trailer Sway Control, which the Silverado and trailer remains the right path, and Hill Start Assist, which prevents any roll-backs when going up a hill or other slope. Other safety features include optional rear parking assist (which uses ultrasonic waves to sense vehicles around and behind the Silverado), and OnStar, which can call for help when an emergency.

Chevrolet Silverado WT: 15 mpg city / 20 mpg highway

Chevrolet Silverado LS: 15 mpg city / 20 mpg highway

Chevrolet Silverado LT: 14 mpg city / 19 mpg highway

Chevrolet Silverado LTZ: 15 mpg city / 21 mpg highway

Chevrolet Silverado XFE: 15 mpg city / 22 mpg highway

Chevrolet Silverado Hybrid: 20 mpg city / 23 mpg highway

Chevrolet Silverado HD: N/A