Camaro HUD Info
A Camaro5 Member recently posted photos of his newly acquired Camaro's HUD, and the system looks pretty great. Visibility is high on the HUD, even in the daylight, and the numbers and letters are crystal clear. It apparently has a high number of display options as well, including:
* Vehicle speed
* Tachometer
* Compass
* Outside air temperature
* Manual Paddle Shift Gear Indicator (if equipped)
* OnStar Turn-by-Turn
* Audio functions
* Phone information
* Selected gear
* Turn signal indicators
* High-beam indicator signal
* Vehicle messages
Images below (Click thumbs for large images):
2011 Camaro News and Camaro Sales Numbers
We'll start with the bad news, guys. For the first time since May of last year, the Mustang has posted higher one-month sales numbers than the Camaro. We all expected this, with the release of the new model year Mustang, but it's still sad to see it happen. Mustang sales in May almost doubled their April numbers, while the Camaro took a very slight (3%) dip in that same time. Of course, this loss could actually be viewed as a solid win, as the Mustang released a newer, more updated and powerful model, yet could only muster a 1,000-unit victory, and this at a time when Camaro numbers are expectedly down since the new model year Camaros will also be hitting showrooms soon. Considering all of that, I expect these numbers to return to normal in a month or two, and for this May (and maybe June) to just be small speed-bumps on the beautiful highway of dominance the Camaro has traveled for some time now, and will continue to for some time to come.
The good news is that we now know the pricing on the next model year Camaro, and it holds up my bold ascertations from the last paragraph! The 2011 Camaro, which will be offered in Synergy Green, have a HP rating increase to 312HP, and come standard with the Heads-Up Display (HUD) on the 2LT and 2SS, will only see a rise in the 2LT and 2SS price by $350, and remain the same on all other base models. This is great, as most vehicles (especially those with the popularity of the Camaro) see price hikes in their second and third years, and this should also help guarantee further Camaro sales domination in the future.
Camaro HUD Caught in Action
A video has hit the web of the new Camaro Heads-Up Display, and it looks pretty good. They show the display with a digital and tach speed read-out, and the exterior temperature. It's a good-looking HUD too, and is pretty clearly visible. Chevy has promised the HUD to offer many other functions and features as well, such as (but not limited to):
* Compass
* Manual Paddle Shift Gear Indicator (if equipped)
* OnStar Turn-by-Turn
* Audio functions
* Phone information
* Selected gear
* Turn signal indicators
Can't wait to get a chance to see one of these in person and in full driving action.
Camaro 2011 Press Release
Well, the info is official and Chevy gave their press release for the 2011 Camaro. There's some pretty exciting stuff here, with the three biggest points being: the added HP on the V6 Model to push it from 304 to 312 HP, the HUD will now be standard equipment on all 2LT and 2SS models, and limited time availability of the Synergy Green color for all models. This is pretty exciting, and I really like the standard HUD as that should be standard on a powerful performance vehicle like the Camaro and is a nice touch, and am sure that the added HP, HUD and Synergy Green availability will help to increase Camaro sales through the new year. The full press release is copied below:
Chevrolet supports Camaro’s consumer momentum with exciting updates for 2011
312 horsepower for V6, expanded availability of Synergy color and heads-up display new for 2011
2010-04-08
The 2010 model year proved to be a very successful and exciting year for the segment-leading Chevrolet Camaro. For the 2011 model year, Chevrolet looks to expand the car’s popularity among consumers with the introduction of additional features.
“We are pleased with Camaro’s success in the market during its first year of production,” said Jim Campbell, U.S. Vice President, Chevrolet Marketing. “The 2010 model year has been a banner year for us, and we plan to build on this momentum.”
Horsepower increase for V6 engine
The 2011 Camaro V-6 engine completed SAE certification testing and is now officially rated at 312 horsepower at 6500 rpm and 278 lb-ft of torque at 5100 rpm. This rating is eight horsepower higher than the previous year and also marks an increase in torque from the 2010 rating of 273 lb-ft.
“The 304 horsepower in the 2010 Camaro was actually a conservative rating on our end,” said Tom Sutter, GM V-6 chief engineer. “But we knew already that this award-winning engine produced at least the amount of power we stated, but now we’ve gone the extra step in certifying the engine for this application and have verified an additional 8 horsepower.”
The 3.6-liter V-6 with variable valve timing (VVT) and direct injection employs four independent cam phasers to change the timing of valve operation as operating conditions such as rpm and engine load vary. The result is linear delivery of torque, with near-peak levels over a broad rpm range, and high specific output (maximum horsepower per liter of displacement) supporting overall engine response and drivability. When combined, direct-injection and VVT enable an unmatched combination of power, efficiency and low-emissions in gasoline V-6 engines.
SAE certification is a voluntary power and torque certification procedure developed by the SAE Engine Test Code committee. This procedure (J2723) ensures fair, accurate ratings for horsepower and torque by allowing manufacturers to certify their engines through third-party witness testing. Chevrolet was the vehicle brand to begin using the procedure.
Synergy color to be made available across the lineup
Earlier this year, Chevrolet introduced the Camaro Synergy Special Edition which is based off the concept displayed at the 2009 SEMA show in Las Vegas. The Synergy Special Edition is limited to a 1LT model, but the Synergy Green exterior color will be made available on all trim levels for a limited run during the 2011 model year.
“When we looked at the overwhelmingly positive reaction we received from SEMA attendees and consumers on Synergy Green, making the color available across the board was pretty much a no-brainer,” said John Fitzpatrick, Camaro Marketing Manager.
Customers will be able to order this color for a manufacturer suggested retail price of $325.
Head-Up Display
Already available on the Chevrolet Corvette,the 2011 Camaro will become the second Chevrolet vehicle to offer the popular Head-Up Display.
Camaro’s Head-Up Display will include:
- Vehicle speed
- Tachometer
- Compass
- Outside air temperature
- Manual Paddle Shift Gear Indicator (if equipped)
- OnStar Turn-by-Turn
- Audio functions
- Phone information
- Selected gear
- Turn signal indicators
- High-beam indicator signal
- Vehicle messages
“Head-Up Display has been a very frequent customer request” said Cheryl Pilcher, Camaro Product Manager. “People familiar with the HUD system simply love it. It truly enables drivers to keep their eyes on the road.”
Production of the 2011 Chevrolet Camaro begins on June 7, 2010.