KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:

The new SMART is pretty good, though.

Linedance posted:

Pretty good as in built entirely from scratch from a clean sheet with no shared parts by an entirely new and different engineering team who's entire brief was to drive the original and told not to do that? Or pretty good for a Smart?

Throatwarbler posted:

You can get it with a 5 speed manual transmission now. So now it's a rear engined rear wheel drive car with 3 pedals and a stick. That's the main difference.

Seat Safety Switch posted:

You could get a stick in Europe before but it didn't pass crash safety here (clutch pedal + front wheel well intrusion), I think.

KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:

The new SMART is pretty good, though.

PT6A posted:

When will car2go get those ones instead of the old ones that make everyone say "I think it must be broken!" the first time they drive one?

No, that's just the lovely transmission!

PT6A posted:

When will car2go get those ones instead of the old ones that make everyone say "I think it must be broken!" the first time they drive one?

No, that's just the lovely transmission!

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Select “Video” then “Media” on the in-car media screen
Select “Bluetooth Audio” then “BT Audio”
Select “Bluetooth Audio Device List” then select the device of your choosing
You may be asked to do the following:

Search for Smart Radio Bluetooth on your device
Enter PIN displayed on the vehicle’s touchscreen into your phone to connect
Decline the vehicle’s request to sync your device to the car
To play your music:

Select “Radio” -> “Bluetooth” on the in-car media screen
Press “Play” on your device
Pump your jam

a primate posted:

Just Say No to column shifters.

In right-hand-drive countries, is the column shifter handle on the left side?

KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:

Console shifters on automatic transmissions are stupid and take up way too much space.

PT6A posted:

It's not a column shifter in the traditional sense, it's more like a little stalk that works like a turn signal or a cruise control stalk (on cars that use that system).

It's really quite decent, easy to use, and unobtrusive.

Frank Dillinger posted:

much better than toyota's retarded vestigial shifter on the CT200H and whatever else it's on.

Cocoa Crispies posted:

Looks like the same mode selector for the hybrid drive that's been on the Prius for over a decade now. What's the problem with it other than not liking hybrids?

Killstick posted:

The real question is when can i change gear via an app on my phone??

GM posted:

The 2017 Camaro ZL1 is poised to challenge the most advanced sports coupes in the world in any measure - with unprecedented levels of technology, refinement, track capability and straight-line acceleration.

"The Camaro ZL1 is designed to excel at everything," said Mark Reuss, executive vice president of Global Product Development. "It's a 2+2 coupe offering incredible performance - acceleration, handling and braking - with the highest levels of technology and perfect chassis damping, making it suitable for everyday driving. It will compare well to any sports coupe, at any price and in any setting."

Acceleration for the ZL1 is delivered with a new supercharged 6.2L V-8 engine estimated at 640 hp (477 kW), and either a six-speed manual transmission with active rev matching or an all-new 10-speed automatic. Handling capability starts with the lightweight, stiffer structure of the all-new sixth-Gen Camaro, married with Magnetic Ride suspension and an electronic limited-slip differential. Standard technologies include Driver Mode Selector, dual-mode exhaust and advanced connectivity features.

Functionality defines the Camaro ZL1's form, with the exterior shaped during more than 100 hours of wind-tunnel testing and on-track validation to improve aerodynamics and cooling for track use. Accordingly, its exterior elements all play a part in managing airflow over, under and through the ZL1.

"The design supports the Camaro ZL1's exceptional performance and does so with compelling style," said John Mack, Camaro exterior design manager. "From every angle, the elements coalesce to give the car a purposeful, super aggressive attitude."

The lower grille opening, for example, offers greater airflow compared to the Camaro SS, and the upper grille incorporates a new version of the "flow-tie" open bowtie insignia. There's also a new hood, with a carbon fiber insert and heat extractor that pulls hot air from the engine compartment. Additional changes include a larger front splitter, unique rockers, a wing-style rear spoiler and wider front fenders - all tuned to improve aerodynamics for greater high-speed stability.

Inside, there are standard Recaro front seats, along with a sueded flat-bottom steering wheel and shift knob. Chevrolet's Performance Data Recorder is available.

A cohesive suite of performance technologies tailors ZL1's performance for street and track. Features include an updated Magnetic Ride suspension, Performance Traction Management, electronic limited-slip differential, Custom Launch Control and Driver Mode Selector. It also has a stronger power-to-weight ratio than its predecessor, weighing 200 pounds less, while offering approximately 60 more horsepower and 80 more pound-feet of torque.

The result is a one-of-a-kind driving experience.

"Driving the Camaro ZL1 is best described as 'fast with finesse,'" said Reuss. "It is beautifully balanced, with perfect damping and isolation for optimal performance and driver confidence in virtually any situation - from the Pacific Coast Highway to Willow Springs to Pomona."

Additional chassis features include:

Unique 20-inch forged aluminum wheels with 285/30ZR20 front and 305/30ZR20 rear tires
Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires with a compound and construction developed exclusively for the Camaro to offer exceptional grip on the track
Brembo brakes with six-piston monobloc front calipers - featuring the ZL1 logo - and massive, 15.35-inch (390 mm) two-piece front rotors.
Underhood, the ZL1 features a supercharged LT4 6.2L V-8 Small Block engine, with intake and exhaust systems tailored for Camaro. It is rated at an estimated 640 horsepower (477 kW) and 640 lb-ft of torque (868 Nm).

The LT4 is backed by a standard six-speed manual transmission or all-new, available paddle-shift 10-speed automatic. The 10-speed automatic has 7.39 overall ratio for smaller steps between gears. It enables the LT4 engine to remain at optimal rpm levels during acceleration, particularly when exiting corners, for quicker laps and lightning-quick responses on both up- and down-shifts.

This is the first Chevrolet application of the new quick-shift 10-speed, with unique calibrations and hardware developed exclusively for the ZL1. By the end of 2018, GM will introduce the new 10-speed automatic in eight vehicle models.

Finally - and unlike some competitors - there's no need to purchase an optional package to make the ZL1 track ready. Track capability comes standard, with features including an impressive 11 heat exchangers for optimal powertrain cooling.

Sagebrush posted:

Ten speed automatic.

why

fknlo posted:

El Scotch posted:

The standard SS does 0-60 in under 4; the gently caress is it going to do with 200 more hp.

Dislike button posted:

GM has been crushing it the last few years, I'm having a hard time thinking of another automaker who has so many vastly new superior models from 2013 to 2016/2017. The new Corvette, Camaro, pickups and SUVs are all hugely improved over the last gen models.

CornHolio posted:

They're like the kid that does a poo poo ton of hard drugs but is always 'trying' to get clean so you want to give them a chance, but they've let you down so much over the years that you can't help but be wary.

Enourmo posted:

when I was born sport models had 200hp, now they have 200 additional horsepower.

Cocoa Crispies posted:

Looks like the same mode selector for the hybrid drive that's been on the Prius for over a decade now. What's the problem with it other than not liking hybrids?

fknlo posted:

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