08-25-2018, 09:54 PM | #183 | |
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Just a few examples to illustrate, why can't I create custom drive modes in the Camaro, tune the suspension or steering feel individually, in absolute terms for each mode, or why can't I freely mix RGB colors for the spectrum lighting? Because making sure to maintain full driver control over the extremely convoluted range of tech features added to the car is expensive. Sure, some people couldn't care less and just want the presets, others still want control, and they are ever more difficult to serve. And I don't even need to pull any political or legislative angle into the discussion, this alone would be sufficient to ensure the gradual obsolescence of old skills, however much we value them. I for one gave in to the pull of the comfort and WOT shift efficiency of the automatic gearbox, but still have full respect for the old school guy who wants to keep things pristine. Our V8's may be looking at the same fate soon, it is very expensive to maintain too many powertrain options and I'm not sure how much traction the enthusiast market will have against the tide of turbo 4/hybrid/full electric powertrains. This is one reason I bought my car now and am trying to enjoy it to the fullest
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08-29-2018, 10:48 PM | #185 |
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08-30-2018, 10:59 AM | #186 |
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I don't think we'll see Hybrid V8 engines on the SS or GT in the beginning of both new-gens. I think we'll see the Hybrid stuff trickling down to both cars during a mid-cycle refresh where it gives the engineers a good idea on how to use the technology better.
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08-30-2018, 12:31 PM | #187 | |
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If either company decides to do a 48V Mild hybrid, the transmission is not really a consideration. Infact, a 48V MHEV could be executed on a manual transmission equipped vehicle if a company wanted to do that. Taking all that into account, my opinion is that they will both offer FHEV options based on the 10AT.
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10-25-2018, 04:36 PM | #188 |
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Chevrolet surveys Camaro owners about potential hybrid engine options
Chevrolet surveys Camaro owners about potential hybrid engine options
We've seen from patent and trademark applications that carmakers tinker with myriad interesting ideas, only some of which make the jump to real life. In August, as discussed on a Camaro6 forum, Chevrolet asked Camaro owners what kind of engine they'd favor if they bought another sports car. Respondents could choose from the four following options, which included the engine's potential cost premium, or None of the Above: 4 Cylinder, 2.7L, Turbo engine, 310 HP, 25 mpg combined, 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds - $0 4 Cylinder, 2.0L, Hybrid Turbo engine, 365 HP (total system power), 30 mpg combined, 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds - $4,000 8 Cylinder, 6.2L, 455 HP, 20 mpg combined, 0-60 mph in 4.0 seconds - $4,000 8 Cylinder, 6.2L, Hybrid engine, 545 HP (total system power), 24 mpg combined, 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds - $8,000 The first thing you might notice is that the 3.6-liter V6 doesn't get a chance to make the roster. The second thing is that the options appear to be engines we already know. The 2.7-liter turbo four-cylinder is likely the unit fitted to the Chevrolet Silverado pickup, which also makes 310 hp in that application. Coincidentally, that's the same output as the 2.3-liter four-cylinder EcoBoost in the Ford Mustang. As a new base engine, that would elevate a hybridized version of the current 2.0-liter turbocharged four-pot in today's base Camaro to a $4,000 option. By boosting total output by 90 hp over the current 2.0-liter, the hybrid's 0-60 sprint would decrease by a whole second, and combined fuel economy would increase by up to seven miles per gallon...More |
10-25-2018, 04:41 PM | #189 |
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The 2.0 Turbo hybrid drive will be the way to go for most people, and the V8 hybrid drive will be a monster. Obviously, the V6 is going away soon.
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10-25-2018, 04:56 PM | #190 |
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$8,000 for an engine option? I’ll take a ZL1 for that kind of money.
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10-26-2018, 04:49 AM | #191 |
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This news is from August, we have a topic here...
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10-26-2018, 05:04 AM | #192 |
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Yep. I was surveyed back in August.
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10-26-2018, 05:15 AM | #193 |
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10-26-2018, 05:57 AM | #194 |
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That's not quite how it breaks down. I would expect a premium over a standard V8 option but, not strictly $8k over that price. I would expect that it may add $4k over the base price of a standard V8 offering. I'm assuming this based upon the $4k price being asked for the typical V8 option.
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10-26-2018, 08:22 AM | #195 |
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If I'm paying $8,000 for an engine it better be the 6.6L Duramax. Throw that in a Camaro and up the hp! However, between those engine options I'll stick with the 6.2 455hp engine.
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