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With 580 hp and 556 lb-ft of torque, the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is the most powerful convertible in GM’s history.

THE INFORMATION FOR THIS CAR IS BROUGH TO YOU COURTESY OF FAIRWAY CHEVROLET 1101 N. CHURCH STREET (RT. 309), HAZLE TOWNSHIP, PA 18202 Sales: (570) 497-5538 | Service: (570) 497-5530 | Fleet: (866) 493-6745

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Top 5 Tips to Increase Fuel Efficiency Find out how to optimize your car’s fuel efficiency, not to mention improve overall performance and durability with these 5 simple tips. For many, summer means road trips. And whether you’re planning a cross-country jaunt or just a couple of Sunday drives, those trips are bound to include more than a few gas station stops. With gas prices as astronomically high as they are these days, that means spending some money. A lot of it, in fact. While road trips are tons of fun, watching the money in your wallet dwindle as you fill up your gas tank is … less so.

1. OPTIMIZE YOUR TIRES

As you might imagine, the type and condition of your tires can significantly affect your fuel efficiency. Underinflated tires affect efficiency so much that you can increase your mileage by 3.3 percent just by properly inflating them. Plus, properly inflated tires last longer. It’s been estimated that 55 percent of people drive with underinflated tires. So be one of the other 45 percent to increase your fuel efficiency and save money on gas. If it’s time for you to replace your tires altogether, consider eco-friendly tires. With modern improvements in tire technology, you don’t have to trade fuel efficiency for cornering and braking ability. Low-rolling-resistance tires can increase fuel efficiency by 3 to 6 percent as well as significantly outperform the previous generation of tires.

2. TRY HYPERMILING

What is hypermiling, you ask? It’s the practice of modifying one’s driving behavior to become more fuel-efficient. This includes braking less, driving at a steady speed, laying off the accelerator, using the correct gear, using cruise control, and driving a little slower. Aggressive driving wastes gas and can lower your gas mileage by almost 33 percent! So try hypermiling on your next road trip you might be su prised how much you can save.

3. DON’T TOP OFF THAT GAS TANK

Gas pumps are designed to turn off automatically at a certain point to leave room for the emission system to operate correctly. When you fill up beyond that level, the extra gas can vaporize and enter the vehicle’s vapor collection system, which can disrupt engine performance.

4. GIVE SYNTHETIC OIL A SHOT

Synthetic oil has better viscosity and works much better in extreme hot and cold weather than mineral oil. While synthetic oil may be a bit more expensive, the benefits pay off in the long run. Synthetic oil’s improved lubrication makes it more efficient and improves your engine’s lifespan.

5. CHANGE THE AIR FILTER

When dirt, bugs, and other road detritus clog your filters, your car has to work a lot harder to run. Changing clogged air filters can increase the fuel efficiency of carbureted engines by up to 14 percent if the air filter is especially dirty. Consider changing your air filter every 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first. Note that a recent study has shown that changing the air filter will not improve fuel efficiency in cars with fuel-injected, computer-controlled gasoline engines, just about any car produced after the early 1980s. Those with newer models will find that fresh air filters can improve acceleration time by around 6 to 11 percent, so an air filter change is still worthwhile. Nobody likes paying a fortune for gas, but if you follow these practices, you’ll increase fuel efficiency, improve your car’s overall performance, and do your part for the environment.

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With 580 hp and 556 lb-ft of torque, the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is the most powerful convertible in GM’s history.

BEAUTY IN BEASTMODE Camaro ZL1 Powered by the supercharged LSA small-block V-8 producing 580 horsepower (432 kW), the 2014 Camaro ZL1 it is the fastest, most capable Camaro ever, with performance credentials that include:

• 0-60 mph in four seconds • Top speed of 184 mph • 11-second quarter-mile ETs (11.93 with the automatic / 11.96 with the manual transmission) Few production cars can match the ZL1’s performance, and all of its high-velocity achievements were conducted with a stock test vehicle wearing all the street-legal, factoryissued components – and no time-consuming equipment adjustments at the racetrack. More than just power and raw numbers, the ZL1 features technologically advanced and highly developed chassis and suspension systems. They help it deliver balanced, track-ready handling and braking power to complement high engine output, and include third-generation Magnetic Ride Control. The 2014 Camaro ZL1 is available in coupe and convertible models. Each wears a new rear fascia and taillights, like other 2014 Camaros, while retaining the purposeful front fascia developed for the unique airflow requirements for engine cooling, brake cooling and aerodynamic downforce. Additional new features include available Recaro front sport seats, color driver information center and head-up display readouts and a trio of new exterior colors – Red Hot, Bright Yellow and Red Rock Metallic. To maintain stability and steering response at the speed the Camaro ZL1 is capable of achieving, it features an aerodynamic design that generates downforce to press the tires against the track. The Camaro ZL1 produces 65 pounds of downforce at an equivalent 150 mph (241 km/h) – compared to 200 pounds of lift in a Camaro SS – which was offset by an increase of only 40 counts of additional aerodynamic drag.

SEVEN ELEMENTS CONTRIBUTE TO THE DOWNFORCE OF THE ZL1:

1. Front fascia – The front fascia channels air for engine and brake cooling. The corners of the front fascia were shaped to minimize lift, while brake-cooling ducts in the outer corners of the lower grille opening provide a direct, high-flow path to the brake rotors. 2. Hood – The ZL1’s hood has a vented, carbon fiber insert, contributing to both engine cooling and aerodynamic downforce. The specially shaped vents draw air up through the engine bay – allowing a significant volume of air flow while keeping the front tires firmly connected to the pavement. 3. Front splitter – Instead of a traditional front air dam, the ZL1 incorporates a racing-style splitter to help create downforce. 4. Front tire deflectors – The deflectors push airflow around the rotating wheels and tires more efficiently, reducing lift and drag. 5. Belly pans – The ZL1 has two of them: one beneath the engine cradle and one at the rear of the engine assembly, just in front of the transmission. They minimize airflow turbulence under the car. NACA-style ducts are incorporated into the rear belly pan for transmission cooling. 6. Rocker panels – Although subtle in appearance, the carefully shaped rocker panels help reduce lift and drag, while also contributing to stability during high cross winds. They also provide stone protection with the ZL1’s wider tires. 7. Rear spoiler – The ZL1’s rear spoiler, which contributes approximately 150 pounds of down force at the cost of only one count of drag. It is taller and wider than the Camaro SS spoiler and incorporates the center high-mounted stop lamp.

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In addition to the functional design elements, the Camaro ZL1 offers several aesthetic options, including a bright-finish wheel package, exposed-weaver carbon fiber hood insert and a stripe package. The exterior color palette for 2014 includes Red Hot, Bright Yellow, Red Rock Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, Summit White, Black, Crystal Red Tintcoat, Ashen Gray Metallic and Blue Ray Metallic. The convertible top color choices include black and beige. CAMARO ZL1 CONVERTIBLE DETAILS: Because the Camaro’s architecture was designed to accommodate a convertible model, it gives the ZL1 convertible coupe-like driving dynamics and performance capability. Four strategic reinforcements enhance the alreadystiff body structure to quell the cowl and steering wheel shake common in convertibles. They include: • A tower-to-tower brace under the hood • A transmission support reinforcement brace • Underbody tunnel brace • Front “X” brace and stiffer cradle as well as rear underbody “V” braces.

Additional structural reinforcements in the ZL1 convertible are designed to improve noise and vibration characteristics, while also reducing unwanted ride and body motions. SUPERCHARGED ‘LSA’ 6.2L V-8 Supporting the dynamic track and street performance of the ZL1 is the LSA 6.2L supercharged engine, which is rated at 580 horsepower (432kW) and 556 lb.-ft. of torque (754 Nm). The engine’s bottom end uses six-bolt main bearing caps that clamp and lock in a forged steel crankshaft within a deep-skirt cylinder block. Additional features include: • Balanced, lightweight reciprocating assembly • High-strength hypereutectic pistons • Sixth-generation Eaton supercharger with four-lobe rotors • Piston oil squirters The 1.9L Roots-style blower uses an efficient four-lobe rotor set and compact intercooler to deliver boosted air into the high-flow cylinder heads. The engine also draws its breath through a unique induction system, with a low-restriction air filter, dual inlet paths and enhanced airflow through the supercharger housing.

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Insuring

Your First Car Few experiences can match the sense of freedom that comes with buying your first car. But even a seasoned driver knows that the shopping and buying process can be daunting. We’re here to help any prospective new car owners out there. Check out these tips and keep them in mind before walking into a dealership. DON’T BREAK THE BANK Be realistic about what you can afford. General rule of thumb: have enough cash on hand to cover a 20 percent down payment and aim to have the vehicle completely paid off in four years. Always make your monthly payments on time; it’s an excellent way to establish your credit history. And when budgeting for your first car, don’t forget to include additional costs, like routine maintenance and insurance premiums. NEW OR USED? If you can’t reasonably afford a brand-new car, consider buying a used one. But remember that secondhand vehicles sometimes come with an extra set of baggage, thanks to careless previous owners or unscrupulous dealers. If you go this route, do your due diligence. Inspect and test-drive the car yourself, but also get it inspected on a lift by a mechanic that you hire, not the dealer. If possible, speak directly to the previous owner (or owners) and ask about prior accidents and mechanical problems, or obtain a vehicle history report at carfax.com. You can also use the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System or the National Insurance Crime Bureau websites to find out more about the car’s possible damage history. Whether you decide to buy a new or used car, do some research and comparison shopping before

making your choice. The GEICO Car Buying Service powered by ZAG is a great place to start. This new online guide is designed to save you time and money. Use it to find exactly the car you want (new or used) at the price you want to pay. Alternatively, get out there and visit more than one dealership yourself, and don’t forget to kick a few tires. Also try to get your financing and loan approvals lined up through a bank or credit union beforehand. That way you can enter into negotiations from a position of security, and you won’t be tempted to take the car salesperson’s first financing offer. Hold out for the best deal you can get. And if you’re asked to get credit insurance as well, remember that it’s optional. By federal law, you’re not required to buy credit insurance. But if you choose to get it, the cost of the insurance must be reflected in the annual percentage rate (APR) that you negotiate with the dealer. FAMILY VALUES If your parents or guardians are loyal GEICO policyholders, you may qualify for special savings, thanks to the new GEICO Family Pricing Program. When you’re ready to get auto insurance for yourself, just give us a call, provide the policy number that you’re currently covered under and one of our agents will give you a free quote. The GEICO Family Pricing Program also applies to nieces, nephews and grandchildren, as long as they’re named as an additional driver on an existing GEICO auto policy and are now responsible for purchasing insurance in their own name. To see if you qualify, call us now at 1-800-555-2760 or just click.

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Tire Replacement & Other Auto Service Tips TIRE REPLACEMENT When replacing tires, MAP and vehicle manufacturers suggest that the replacement tires match or exceed the OEM speed and load rating designation. If tires of different speed rating designations are mixed on the same vehicle, the tires may vary in handling characteristics. Do not mix different speed rating designations on the same axle. It is particularly important to match all tire sizes and constructions on 4-wheel (4x4) and all-wheel (AWD) drive vehicles unless otherwise specified by vehicle manufacturer. Ideally, all four tires should be replaced at the same time. Some vehicle manufacturers restrict replacement of tires to specific brands, types, or sizes.

When replacing fewer than ALL 4 tires on a vehicle, follow the vehicle manufacturer’s recommendations as to the placement of the new tires. If it is not possible to follow the vehicle manufacturer’s tire replacement recommendations, remember to replace tires on the same axle with the same size, construction, speed rating, and, if possible, similar tread pattern and put the two new tires on the rear. Frequent inspection of your tires for signs of damage and general condition is important for safety. Impacts, penetrations, cracks, knots, bulges or air loss always require tire removal and expert inspection. Never perform a temporary repair or use an innertube as a substitute for a proper

repair. Only qualified persons should repair tires. Speed-rated tires will no longer maintain their speed ratings once a repair is made.

PROPER TIRE REPAIR

Must be made between the tread shoulders, up to a 1/4” diameter or less straight-through puncture, with no run low, run flat, cutting, cracking, separation or other damage. Must fill the injury. (Example - vulcanized rubber plug or patch-plug combination.) Must also seal the inner-liner. (Example - cemented patch or patch-plug combination.) Must be done from the inside of the tire. (This also insures that the damaged tire is thoroughly inspected for secondary damage to the inner-liner and plies.) Must conform to the repair kit manufacturer’s instructions (“String” or fabric-based plugs are not recommended.) Must not be injected or inserted from the outside of the mounted tire. Must NOT employ a tube or sealant.

TIRES WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS CAN NOT BE REPAIRED!

• Bead Damage • Sidewall Impact Break • Run Flat Damage

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