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The Secret of the First 1918 Chevrolet V8

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What is the origin of the name 'Chevrolet'?

The name Chevrolet comes from Louis Chevrolet, a Swiss racing driver who co-founded the brand with William Durant in 1911. Ironically, Louis Chevrolet left the company in 1915 following disagreements with Durant over the direction of the brand.

Which Chevrolet model is considered the first true American sports car?

The Chevrolet Corvette, launched in 1953, is considered the first true American sports car. It was initially available only in Polar White fiberglass, and only 300 were produced in the first year.

Why is the Chevrolet Camaro called that?

The name 'Camaro' was chosen by Chevrolet because it evoked 'camaraderie' and 'fighting spirit'. Legend has it that when reporters asked what 'Camaro' meant, a GM executive humorously replied, 'It's a small carnivorous animal that eats Mustangs.'

What record does the Chevrolet Suburban hold?

The Chevrolet Suburban holds the record for the vehicle with the longest-lasting name still in production. It was introduced in 1935 and has never ceased production, making it the longest-running automobile in continuous production in the world.

What was special about the Chevrolet Vega in the 70s?

The Chevrolet Vega was revolutionary because it was shipped vertically in special railcars called 'Vert-A-Pacs'. The cars were loaded upright, nose up, allowing 30 vehicles to be transported per railcar instead of 18, significantly reducing transportation costs.