2013 Chevy Sonic RS Coming

Posted by Sonic Tuners On Friday, December 23, 2011 0 comments
Image Source: GM MEDIA

Alright kiddies, looks like popularity is rising with the Sonic and the folks over there at Chevy are taking notice.  This past week GM reveled the RS package for the 2013 Sonic will debut at the North American  International Auto Show.  The subtle styling improvements are a welcomed addition.  The proposed RS front facia is more appealing and reminiscent of the earlier Sonic concept images.  Along with the exterior RS package is a very nice interior trim detail.  But Chevy does not stop with styling on the 2013 RS.  It is also reported that the RS line will be the only Sonic to offer 4-wheels disk brakes and stabilizer bars.  These are improvements I personally am looking forward too along with the lowered suspension and improved stability.  Kudos to Chevy for the noticeable improvement with the RS over the proposed Z-Spec line which really misses the mark.

Reference:  GM Media. 2011. Turbocharged 2013 Chevrolet Sonic RS Pushes Performance.  Retrieved December 23, 2011 from: http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2011/Dec/1219_sonicrs
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More Airtime With Sonic Kickflipin

Posted by Sonic Tuners On Friday, December 23, 2011 0 comments
Video Source: Youtube.com/CHEVROLET

Chevy is at it again with demonstrating the all new Sonic's flying abilities.  So far we have seen Chevy drop a Sonic from an airplane, off the top of a makeshift building, and now... well, you will just have to check out the referenced video link above to see for yourself.  Rob Dyrdek recently performed this stunt where he flipped the Sonic in the air and landed it.  Cheers! 

Reference: Chevrolet. YouTube Rob Dyrdek Video. Retrieved December 23, 2011 from; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LleYanG7_Q
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Gator Chevy Swamp Sonic

Posted by Sonic Tuners On Sunday, December 11, 2011 0 comments
Image Source:  CHEVY SWAMP SONIC FAN PAGE

My very own brother currently is a University of Florida (UF) grad student who recently notified me of a Florida Gator themed Chevy Sonic driving around the city.  So I decided to jump on the internet and do some searching.  Sure enough there indeed is a UF Sonic called the Swamp Sonic.  According to the facebook fan page the Swamp Sonic toured the home football games and a number of other events.  One of the many photos even featured a number of UF Cheerleaders posing in and around the 2012 Chevy Swamp Sonic.  Now the next image I would really be interested in seeing would feature Mr. Tim Tebow himself sitting behind the wheel of the Chevy Sonic.  Wonder how much room the drivers seat of a Sonic would provide the large fellow?  Sonic fans should like the Chevy Swamp Sonic facebook fan page.

It was not clear if this particular promotion was a joint effort between the university and Chevy or by either individually but it was interesting to say the least.  This Florida Gator themed Sonic is similar to a Penn State Sonic from a few months ago.

References:
Chevy Swamp Sonic Facebook Fan Page.  Retrieved December 11, 2011 from: www.facebook.com/chevyswampsonic
PSU Sonic Road Warriors.  Retrieved December 11, 2011 from: http://drivingthenortheast.com/psu-and-chevrolet-kickoff-%E2%80%98the-sonic-road-warriors-challenge%E2%80%99-and-giveaway/
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Sonic Lets Do This Contest Canceled

Posted by Sonic Tuners On Friday, December 09, 2011 0 comments
According to the Chevy "Let's Do This" website Chevy has officially canceled the sponsored "Game of Firsts" in which winners would be awarded a new 2012 Sonic for completing on a variety of photo challenges.  The administrators cited technical difficulties resulting in the cancelation.  Although disappointing for those who faithfully competed there is a glimmer of hope for future promotions according to the website.  For more information please visit, www.letsdothis.com
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Chevy Sonic TURBO City MPG

Posted by Sonic Tuners On Sunday, November 27, 2011 0 comments


The recent delay between postings is because I have been focusing on the MPG I am achieving with everyday city driving.  For two consecutive weeks I have been logging between a low of 33.0 MPG and a high of 37.0 MPG for city commutes.  This average is much better than I anticipated and is achieved with ease, no fancy gas sipping techniques needed.  It should be noted that this city driving test was conducted in the flatlands of Florida, so city driving in other regions might yield different outcomes.
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Black Chevy Sonic TURBO Badge Photos

Posted by Sonic Tuners On Thursday, November 10, 2011 0 comments
 
Here a couple images for your viewing pleasure!  Just a preview of a professional photoshoot scheduled to come.  Images are available for download and users agree to not alter the image or remove the sonictuners website tag.
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