[BahamaTodd]

http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us/...031-autox.html

LAS VEGAS ― The new Camaro Turbo AutoX concept combines the LTG 2.0L turbocharged engine with a performance suspension, brake system, air intake and exhaust system. It melds the Camaro’s excellent power-to-weight ratio with more agile handling that’s ideal for autocross enthusiasts.

“This concept pushes Camaro in a new direction, integrating new performance parts that make the most of the turbocharged Camaro’s lightweight dynamics,” said Jim Campbell, GM U.S. vice president of Performance Vehicles and Motorsports.

The concept features the Chevrolet Performance suspension lowering kit, which includes stiffer springs and specifically tuned dampers and lowers the ride height up to 0.75 inch (20mm). It is matched with a concept “plus performance” handling kit including larger stabilizer bars and stiffer suspension links. A concept strut tower brace under the hood provides additional chassis stiffness. The whole system contributes to improved roll stiffness and quicker turn-in performance.

AutoX rolls on concept Chevrolet Accessories 20-inch aluminum wheels and Goodyear 285/35R20 performance tires. Engineers added Chevrolet Performance’s front brake kit, featuring six-piston calipers and 370mm, two-piece slotted rotors.

For maximum performance lap after lap, a concept cold-air intake system has been fitted to the 2.0L turbo engine and a calibration upgrade to its controller optimizes performance across the rpm band. The turbocharger generates up to 20 pounds of boost and its twin-scroll design helps make the most of the usable power from the engine, practically eliminating turbo lag and helping deliver a broad powerband.

When it’s time to change gears, the concept’s six-speed manual transmission features a concept short-throw shifter to make quicker work of it.

A Chevrolet Performance exhaust system with a polished 4-inch outlet offers a throatier exhaust note and reduces backpressure by approximately 14 percent. An Active Noise Cancellation calibration update is included for vehicles with the Bose® stereo system.

“It’s a great engine for an autocross course because the strong torque production means you can hold a lower gear and just run through the cones without constant shifting,” said Mark Dickens, director of Performance Variants and Parts. “And with the concept handling package providing amazing handling, this car is simply a blast to drive ― and a real surprise for some of the tuner drivers.”

http://www.chevrolet.com/content/dam..._EMBARGOED.pdf

[MiamiBlueCamaro]

WOW nice yellow or green color?

[Michigan1LTRS]

Nice!!! I would like to see the intake, exhaust and tune come in a package the public could buy.

[Michigan1LTRS]

Got some under hood pics of that cold air intake?

[PYROLYSIS]

Nice, it will take years for the parts to come out but nicely done. Gotta love that Shock Yellow.

[dizo702]

What does this have to do with Las Vegas though?

[BahamaTodd]

Originally Posted by dizo702

What does this have to do with Las Vegas though?

SEMA is in Las Vegas

[Michigan1LTRS]

GM is looking to the future for this awesome power plant. I love it!!!

[c4racer]

Doesn't mention what class this car would fall into.

[Egon]

Assuming this car is prepped for SCCA competition it sounds like a Street Touring Unlimited car with the exception of the tune. If the tune does not change the boost map then this will work in STU and from the sounds of it could do very well, but if they change the boost map and this is not a factory available option then it will go straight to Street Prepared where R-Comp tires are legal and necessary to compete. If this ends up being a preview of a factory option then it will likely start in either F-Street where the Camaro has traditionally been, or to D-Street where they are now placing the 5th Gen Camaro V6 and probably the 6th Gen V6 and T4. Bottom line, if they don't change the boost map this could be a really bad ass STU car offered as a parts counter or dealer installed package, but if its a factory option then FS or DS.

[Michigan1LTRS]

[Corner carver]

This is great news... Now lets see the underhood items and tune packaged together from GM; I'd be the first in line

[RLHMARINES]

GM debut video from SEMA....

[KMPrenger]

This car would be a blast to drive....I'm sure it eats up the curves. Wonder if we'll ever see a "turbo" 1LE?