Who is the lead creative designer for the Chevrolet Impala?
Archived from the original on December 30, 2014. Retrieved December 30, 2014. Steve McCabe, lead creative designer for Impala. ^ a b “2014 Chevrolet Impala – Specs and Features”.
When did the Australian Impala come out in the US?
The Australian Impala was the first American post-war import to come standard with a V8 engine. The Impala was restyled on the GM B platform for the first time for 1961. The new body styling was more trim and boxy than the 1958–1960 models.
When did the Chevy Impala win the fleet of the year?
Automotive Fleet and Business Fleet magazines awarded the Impala the 2006, 2007, and 2008 Fleet Car of the Year. Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) selected the Impala for its 2006 Pyramid Award for Environmental Initiatives for the launch of its new ethanol-powered E-85 model.
When did the Chevy Impala go out of business?
The Impala was reduced to the base model full-size Chevrolet and was popular with fleet usage – including taxi and police-pursuit vehicles, but had coupe and wagon body styles dropped after 1981, and was eliminated entirely in 1985, while the Caprice continued unchanged until 1990.
What are some of the safety hazards associated with the Impala?
Another potential safety hazard, affecting Impalas of model years 2007 and 2008, is premature rear tire wear caused by defective rear suspension components. Police vehicles were upgraded to correct this defect and law enforcement agencies were compensated for expenses incurred for tire replacement, but civilian vehicles were not recalled.
When did the Chevy Impala hardtop come out?
The Impala was introduced for the 1958 model year as top of the line Bel Air hardtops and convertibles. From the windshield pillar rearward, the 1958 Bel Air Impala differed structurally from the lower-priced Chevrolet models. Hardtops had a slightly shorter greenhouse and longer rear deck.