Watch this great video of the new Chevy Volt. This environmentally friendly Chevrolet model is expected to start arriving at dealerships by the end of August. Read our 2011 Chevy Volt Review for more information and details on this exciting new Chevy model!

OK, we’re going to get straight to the point here. The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro rocks. After years of anticipation, Chevy’s new Camaro not only lives up to the hype but also redefines what a muscle car can be. The traditional stereotype goes something like this — the affordable base model looks fast but goes slow due to a lumpy V6, while the V8-powered model will do apocalyptic burnouts in the high school parking lot but can’t corner to save its (or your) life. The latest Dodge Challenger comes uncomfortably close to this archetype, and the Ford Mustang is at least guilty on the V6 front. But this new Camaro, well, it’s an altogether different beast.

Impressively, the new Chevy Camaro is an excellent performance-car value whether it’s equipped with the base direct-injected V6 or the optional V8. The V6-powered base Camaro can sprint to 60 mph in 6.0 seconds, thanks to 300 horsepower, yet it costs the same as competitors like the considerably slower Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T. Heck, even the V6’s fuel economy is impressive compared to its competition. The V8-powered Camaro SS with the manual transmission dispenses with 60 mph in a blistering 5.0 seconds — 426 hp will do that for you — yet it’s considerably cheaper than cars like the BMW 135i and Challenger SRT8 and outperforms the slightly more affordable Mustang GT. The Camaro handles smartly, too, with even the base car surpassing the rarefied 68 mph mark on our slalom course.

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Riding on a shortened and reworked version of GM’s Zeta platform, which it shares with the Pontiac G8 sport sedan, the Camaro boasts an independent rear suspension and refined handling characteristics. The base direct-injected 3.6-liter V6 is the same sophisticated engine that’s an extra-cost option on the Cadillac CTS luxury sedan, while the 6.2-liter V8 in the manual-transmission Camaro SS is essentially borrowed from the base Corvette (automatic SS models get a slightly less powerful V8 variant). This is some serious hardware, and as our tests have shown, it really delivers the performance goods.

This isn’t to say that Chevrolet has somehow spawned the perfect performance coupe. While appealingly styled, the car’s retro-themed exterior and high beltline leave little room for glass, and the resulting gun-slit-like windshield and windows compromise outward visibility to the point that it can be difficult to place the car in tight corners (and parking spots). Another knock against the Camaro is its lackluster interior materials — they’re better than the old Camaro’s, for sure, but a couple competing models do it better. There’s also the comically small trunk opening (meaning it’s hard to load large items into the trunk) and the lack of a factory navigation system.

But will you care? Probably not. In the final analysis, the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is a car that’s no-excuses good. Even the Camaro in V6 automatic trim is no longer something that enthusiasts will snicker at. And with the chest-pounding V8, the Camaro will have the muscle car gods gazing down and beaming. You also get capable handling abilities, retro-cool styling and impossible-to-ignore pricing. The wait is over; the Camaro is here. And yes, it rocks.

The 2011 Silverado HD is redesigned with many improvements and revisions. One aspect of the ’11 Silverado HD that had dramatically improved is safety features. This year adds the first application of trailer sway control to GM’s full-size pickups. It works using the truck’s antilock braking system and integrated trailer brake controller to brake individual wheels on the pickup automatically when it senses dangerous yaw in the rear of the truck from the trailer, which could happen if weight unexpectedly shifts inside the trailer. If the trailer has electric brakes and is connected to the Silverado’s 7-pin trailer connector, the truck can also automatically apply the trailer’s brakes to stop dangerous sway. TRW is the supplier for the system. The Silverado will continue to compete with its main rival, the Ford F-350. In comparison, the Ford F-350 for 2011, which can be found at many Ford dealers in NH, adds traction control, a hill launch assist feature, side curtain airbags, a redesigned instrument panel offering more information, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel and trailer sway control. At AutoFair Ford, one of the top Ford NH dealerships, they usually have in stock F-350’s that come with antilock brakes, dual front airbags, adjustable height outboard belt anchors, and child-seat LATCH anchors.

Another new safety feature of the ’11 Silverado HD can help with hill starts. Hill-hold assist will automatically apply the vehicle’s brakes for 1.5 seconds once you lift your foot off the brake when you’re on an incline. Its part of the Silverado’s integrated trailer brake controller, so it will apply the trailer’s brakes, too, if it has electric brakes. Finally, all SRW Silverado HD pickups will come standard with GM’s StabiliTrak stability and traction control system. Though it’s not required on trucks with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 10,000 pounds, on the GM pickups it will run up to the heaviest 11,600-pound GVWR.

The much anticipated 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is in stock now. The standard engine is Chrysler’s new Pentastar V6; the 290 horsepower V6 engine is said to be smoother than competitors from Toyota, Honda, and GM, and has variable cam timing to allow for good gas mileage. The Hemi will remain optional across the board, and may be pushed by Chrysler while V6 production ramps up. The independent front and rear suspension have isolated cradles. Variable-rate rear springs improve on-road handling and comfort, and the spare tire is stored inside as opposed to underneath. Torsional rigidity has been increased 146%.

To get all of the Grand Cherokee’s power and torque to the trail, Jeep offers three 4WD systems. Quadra Trac I is a single-speed all-wheel-drive system identical to that in the Mercedes-Benz M-Class. Quadra Trac II offers all-wheel drive, as well as 4WD High and Low (2.72:1) ranges with a locking center differential. Quadra Drive II is the top dog in the line and adds an electronic limited-slip differential to the rear axle that works with the four-wheel ABS-brake-based traction control. Quadra Trac II and Quadra Drive II both come with Selec-Terrain—a center-console-mounted five-position dial (Sand/Mud, Sport, Auto, Snow and Rock) that coordinates the throttle, transmission, transfer case, hill-start assist and hill-descent control to match the condition.

The cabin has been improved as well. One glance around the cabin reveals vast improvements, with soft-touch panels everywhere the hand might fall. Limited and top-level Overland models pack plenty of beautifully lacquered real wood and soft leather. Even the dash vents move in a way that feels solid and upscale. And yes, if you check enough option boxes, you’ll have heated and cooled seats, blind-spot detection, adaptive cruise control and just about every feature you’d find in a luxury sedan. Get your 2011 Grand Cherokee today! View our 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee inventory at Reedman-Toll Chrysler.

As the speedy Dodge Viper wraps up production, it gets the chance to make one last showcase. The Viper Cup race series will feature a total of 10 events held at five tracks across the country, starting this weekend. The rules are pretty simple: entrants must take to the field in more or less identical 2010 Viper ACR-X models. The winner walks away with $6,500 in cold hard cash, plus another $1,000 in Mopar Vouchers for parts and the like. Prizes trickle down from there.

Each car in the series is a purpose-built Dodge Viper SRT10 ACR-X, 640 horsepower and 605 pound-feet of torque from its massive 8.4-liter V-10 engine. The car weighs 160 pounds less than the production model, and features a full aerodynamic package to improve downforce at high speeds. In short, they’re monsters, and should make for some brilliant racing on the track.

This weekend will actually see the first two events run, as the series doubles up at each track it’s going to, with a race on both Saturday and Sunday of each race weekend. First up is Virginia International Raceway, followed by Hallett Raceway, Pocono Raceway, Miller Motorsports Park, and Spring Mountain Motorsports Ranch. The cable network Versus will be broadcasting each event in a 30-minute show format, so while the action won’t be live, folks can enjoy it throughout the country.  Dodge has also even thrown in a few “celebrity” names into the event, including Shaun Bailey, the associate engineering editor at Road & Track, and Sergent Michael Kohn, of Olympic bobsled renown.

Mercury launched its first hybrid passenger car with the 2010 Milan Hybrid. The Milan Hybrid has promised to be one of the most fuel-efficient midsize sedans available in the U.S. The new Milan Hybrid joins an updated version of the gas-only midsize sedan and features similar styling. It has a waterfall grille as well as a restyled hood, headlights and front bumper. Despite the numerous changes to the Milan’s exterior, the relatively conservative design might get lost in the large crowd that is the midsize sedan segment. The Milan Hybrid is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and an electric motor. A continuously variable automatic transmission sends power to the wheels.

This is a fairly conventional setup for a hybrid, but the Milan Hybrid’s system differs from current competitors in a key way: While many hybrids are limited to electric-only operation to speeds around 25 mph, Mercury says the Milan Hybrid can travel on electric power alone up to 47 mph. Obviously, conditions must be favorable to allow for this type of operation, but it offers the potential for notable gas savings. The claimed range for the Milan Hybrid in city driving — around 700 miles — is equally impressive.

One of the Milan Hybrid’s top competitors has been in the hybrid market for a long time, the Honda Civic Hybrid. The Civic uses gasoline-electric hybrid technology to reach fuel economy ratings of 40/45 mpg city/highway. The Civic Hybrid features a 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine teamed with an electric motor. While Mercury’s legacy is at stake, one thing is for sure the Milan and Milan hybrid remain competitive in the market. Both the Civic Hybrid, found at Honda Dealerships, and the Milan Hybrid offer consumers stylish rides with great fuel efficiency.

Jaguar has announced they will introduce a limited-edition, high-performance Jaguar called the XKR 175. The super car, whose name, 175, indicates how many models will be produced in the U.S., will arrive at Pebble Beach later this summer in celebration of  he historic brand’s 75th anniversary. This car complements another 75th-anniversary model, called the XKR 75, which will debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July in England. There are slight differences between the U.S. and Europe versions. Most notably, the car to be sold in Western European markets will be a touch more powerful, with outputs of 530 hp and 483 lb-ft of torque.

The North American version will make 510 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque from the 5.0-liter supercharged V8. The electronically limited top speed is raised to 174 mph. The XKR 175 also gets a unique wheel design similar to those worn on the XJ supercharged model. There is also a special interior and enhanced aero packaging that includes a taller rear spoiler.

2011 Grand Cherokee

The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has become the latest model from Chrysler Group to earn “Top Safety Pick” status. Chrysler Group LLC holds more than 20 percent of the total IIHS 2010 Top Safety Picks in the mid-size SUV segment and more than 12 percent overall. The all-new 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has received a Top Safety Pick award by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) — the highest rating the organization bestows. The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee offers more than 45 different safety and security systems working in harmony — including Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Electronic Roll Mitigation, Active Head Restraints, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning and a Blind-Spot/Rear Cross-path detection system — our new Jeep Grand Cherokee will allow customers to benefit from a new level of protection, on- and off-road.

The Top Safety Pick status by IIHS recognizes automobiles with ESC that perform well in the Institute’s front-impact, side-impact, rear-impact and new for 2010, roof-strength evaluations. The 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 2010 Jeep Patriot, 2010 Chrysler Sebring, 2010 Dodge Avenger and 2010 Dodge Journey encompass a two-fold approach to safety—passive features combined with accident-avoidance features. Almost 20 years ago the Jeep Cherokee was born. Now, more than 4 million sales later, Jeep delivers an all-new Grand Cherokee that balances legendary Jeep capability with improved, sophisticated on-road dynamics that deliver a premium driving experience. Capability highlights include a choice of three 4×4 systems, new Jeep Quadra-Lift Air Suspension and Selec-Terrain systems, and towing capability of 7,400 lbs. On-road dynamics are improved courtesy of new independent front and rear suspension systems and a new body structure that dramatically increases torsional stiffness for reduced Noise, Vibration and Harshness (NVH) levels. The Grand Cherokee represents a brand new model, with top of the line Jeep capability, along with the peace of mind you are driving a safe vehicle; for many consumers it can’t get better than that.

2011 Chevy Cruze

The turbocharged engine – for many years in the automotive world these were reserved for high-end, on-demand powered vehicles. But today turbocharged engines have finally gone mainstream. While these engines were originally found on vehicles such as the Porsche 911 way back the the 1970’s, many automakers have turned to this growing technology as a source of powerful fuel efficiency.  Turbochargers boost pressure in the engine, increasing torque and horsepower, while dropping fuel consumption. As the price of gasoline dropped and the availability of gasoline increased throughout the ’80’s, turbocharging became an added bonus for expensive vehicle owners who loved driving fast and hard. At this year’s New York International Auto Show, it was clear that the technology isn’t just being used for its get-up-and-go possibilities any more here in the United States, as high-performance turbocharged models were joined on the show floor by much more affordable, turbocharged models from automakers such as Chevrolet.

In fact, the use of the turbocharged engine has changed so much in the last decade that turbocharging could eventually become a standard feature on all gas engines. It may be a more expensive technology than the standard gasoline engine, but it offers customers what they want: more power and better fuel efficiency all together.

The Chevy Cruze might be the best example of where the technology is headed. Everything about this compact is geared towards fuel economy, including the standard Ecotec 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, which gets as estimated, hybrid-like 40 mpg on the highway. Topping out at 138 horsepower, Chevy claims that the power is there when you need it — the Eco delivers 148 lb-ft. torque at just 1800 rpm — but the 4-cylinder fuel efficiency is always there.

Ford Motor announced this week that it will cease making Mercury brand vehicles later this year. While the demise of Mercury was much speculated, the end of yet another storied American car brand will close its doors at the end in the fourth quarter. Mercury had slowly decreased in models, with this year the production line consisting of just four, the Milan, the Mountaineer, the Grand Marquis, and the Mariner.

Ford said Mercury accounts for less than one percentage point of the company’s 16% market share. Ford noted that overall sales rose 23%, but those of Mercury vehicles, fell nearly 11%. The philosophy behind this move, Ford claims, is that they can better allocate resources to its core Ford and upscale Lincoln brands. Furthermore,  Ford said it plans to introduce seven new or refreshed Lincoln models over the next four years to better compete against its rivals.

There are no stand-alone Mercury dealerships in North America, Ford said, adding that it is working with dealers to maintain “properly located” Lincoln-only and Ford-Lincoln dealers. Mercury, introduced in 1939, was conceived as a premium offering to Ford and was once an important source of incremental sales, Ford said. However, the better-known Ford brand often left Mercury in the shadows, despite marketing efforts to distinguish the brands. Today, the profile of consumers who buy Mercurys is largely indistinguishable from those that purchase Fords, the automaker said. Further, the majority of Mercury sales are to fleet buyers and others purchasing through discount programs.

Sales of Mercury peaked in 1978 at more than 580,000 vehicles but have declined ever since, to about 92,000 last year. It was among the last of a group of not-quite-luxury brands among U.S. automakers that included General Motors’ Buick, Oldsmobile and Pontiac lines. Buick is still around, but GM shut down Oldsmobile in 2004 and Pontiac was shuttered earlier this year.