SAO PAULO, WEDNESDAY - GPiX uses of the name, according to GM is to give the impression Global (G) and mean Pix picture or image. With this GPiX is GM's global product description.
General Motors (GM) introduced the concept cars Chevrolet Brasil GPiX x-over coupe at Sao Paulo International Auto Show to-25 which runs from 30 October to 9 November 2008. For the media, the exhibition opened yesterday (October 27 Brazilian time).
Chevrolet Concepts GpiX X-Over Coupe was developed by the design division of General Motors in Brazil. Further, this concept car is a new segment with huge potential to increase the market share of GM in the Mercosur region.
Global DNA
With the appearance of GPiX, GM certainly did not get away from the epidemic trend of x-over that hit the world's car manufacturers in recent years. The tendency of manufacturers turned to x-over SUV reputation strengthened by the collapse in the United States today.
Even so, GM is trying to show both its own, the two-door format. And certainly the car with the "ground clearance" this looks like a mix of high and x-over SUV.
Explained, this car is designed according to its use for a variety of road conditions. "Yet still sporty. Suited to the needs of consumers by geography such as in Brazil, "said Carlos Barba, GM design director of Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.
For GPiX, GM global design DNA elements wed Chevrolet with cheaper production costs. The goal, in order to later be able to compete with a very tight market conditions today.
Jaime Ardila, president of GM Brazil and Mercosur said, "Through this project, the concept Chevrolet GPiX will develop other models. Obviously designed according to the needs of consumers Brazil and the Mercosur. "
Panoramic glass
Surely, GPiX Chevrolet appeared with a new face. Even so, you'll enjoy the Chevrolet concept car was the design of the headlamps that use LED technology. As a result, the impression of the car more stylish and modern.
To enhance the dashing and "macho" GM chose the tire and rim 17 for x-over Kupe. In addition, it also offers a panoramic glass design. Windshield, extending up to the roof top or front. Described, with a panoramic glass, passengers in it will get maximum illumination. In addition the interior sensation of relief.
Interior
No less interesting is the bold interior design. This time, GM is showing a combination of black and red colors for the interior. Added, the car's interior is functional with four passengers.
All seats can be folded. Flat floor panel and make the interior space increases relief. The instrument panel featured a modern design with an easy to read digital display.
Versatile new steering wheel design, according to GM to increase interaction with the car driver. The driver can also operate the system of communication and entertainment equipment available on this car with ease, such as bluetooth, handheld computers, CD and MP3 player.
