General Motors Japan Ltd. Yebisu Garden Place Tower 27th floor, 20-3, Ebisu 4-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-6027 Japan TEL.03(5424)2750 Chevrolet at the Tokyo Motor Show, 1999 The Chevrolet brand is renowned for its outstanding range of authentic sports cars and RVs. Chevrolet offers power and performance to active people who seek the value and free-dom of the American lifestyle. For the Japanese market, Chevrolet's line-up includes its flagship model, the legendary Corvette; the sporty Camaro coupe; the Blazer SUV, the leader in the field of RVs and the Astro, symbolizing the grandeur of America. Come visit the Chevrolet stand-experience the history and atmosphere of motor sports and check out our stunning Chevrolet line-up. Features of Display Vehicles Reference Models: YGM-1 The YGM-1 embodies Chevrolet's new approach for Asia in the 21st century. This new member of the Chevrolet family integrates excellent maneuverability for the Japanese market and traditional Chevrolet design. See below for YGM-1's specifications. Length (overall-mm) 3615 Width (overall without mirrors-mm) 1600 Height (overall-mm) 1545 Wheelbase (mm) 2360 Passenger Capacity 5 Engine Type L4DOHC Curb Weight (kg) 820 Displacement (cc) 1,328 Horsepower (PS/rpm) 95/7000 Torque (km-m/rpm) 11.5/4000 Transmission 4AT C5R Corvette The C5R Corvette has already participated in the Daytona 24 Hour Race, the Sebring 12 Hour Race, Petit Le Mans Race (Road Atlanta) and San Diego Grand Prix Race in November this year. In addition, it served as the official pace car of the 67th Le Mans 24 Hour Race held on June 12, 1999. The Corvette has a long and glorious history going back to its first appearance at Le Mans in 60's. Commercially Available Models: Chevrolet Camaro TCamaro has been newly equipped with audio switches on the steering wheel and newly designed aluminum wheels. It showcases an aerodynamic body style while retaining its traditional image. Chevrolet Blazer The SUV in the U.S., Chevrolet Blazer features right-hand drive for the Japanese market as announced in 1999. The 2000 Blazer LS now has the hide-away spare tire carrier for sporty active drivers. The Blazer LT was designed to create an image of a luxurious SUV and features a new driver-side memory seat as standard equipment. Chevrolet Astro The Astro is a genuine and authentic seven-seater minivan born and bred on the roads of the U.S.A. Following the release of a full flat package to match the preference of outdoor-oriented drivers in April 1999, the 2000 model features the addition of the eight-seater LS 2WD, along with enhanced safety and comfort throughout the entire vehicle, including such features as remote keyless entry. Cadillac at the Tokyo Motor Show, 1999 Enjoy the expressive design and original advanced technology of Cadillac, the world-leading global luxury car brand, which is based on the concept of "The Fusion of Art & Science" as part of a major vision of Cadillac as the brand for the next century. 1999 has been a year of hot topics for Cadillac, with the introduction of the concept roadster, Evoq, the announcement of the return to the Le Mans in 2000, and the international auto show debut of the new Cadillac DeVille at the 33rd Tokyo Motor Show. The design and engineering of the 2000 model Seville were comprehensively improved to provide even more excellent safety and driving performance. In addition to the improved Cadillac Seville, which is the GM's leading model in Japan, the Cadillac Corner will also feature the new Cadillac DeVille, Evoq, and a Cadillac Northstar LMP replica model, which will run in the 2000 Le Mans. And an AV supported technology exhibition will feature the new technologies used in these vehicles. Features of Display Vehicles Reference Models: Evoq Cadillac's concept roadster, Evoq, is a rear-wheel driven two-seater with a dynamic form that is an advanced technology showcase which been highly evaluated internationally for its next-generation Northstar V8 engine and retractable hardtop. This symbol of Cadillac's "Art and Science" is full of advanced technologies like night vision, a rearward obstacle detection system, a rear-view camera to replace the door mirror, navigation, and an infotainment center that includes e-mail. The Evoq will be displayed on a turntable, a place of honor suitable for fresh body lines. Cadillac Northstar LMP In June 2000, Cadillac will return to the Le Mans 24-hour endurance race after an absence of 50 years. The Cadillac Northstar Le Mans Prototype (LMP), which will run in the race, will be outfitted with an Northstar 32-valve V8 twin turbo engine. Commercially Available Models: Cadillac Deville Since its introduction in 1949, the Cadillac DeVille has had a bright history as a representative American luxury car and is now ready to meet the next century with original technology and an innovative design. The new DeVille features boldly flowing styling, a luxurious interior, further improved Northstar V8 engine, and the StabiliTrak 2.0 next-generation active safety system. The Cadillac DeVille is the supreme luxury sedan that invites you to a world of unlimited comfort and pleasure. In addition to the Northstar V8 engine and electronic 4-speed automatic transmission, StabiliTrak, six air bags, ABS, TCS, CVRSS, and rear parking assist have all been provided as standard equipment. Cadillac Seville STS The Cadillac Seville STS is the high-performance version of the prestige luxury sedan, and the 2000 model has been greatly improved to provide even greater peace of mind and driving joy by employing an improved Northstar engine and next-generation StabiliTrak. Comes with the power-oriented high-output 304 horse-power Northstar V8 engine and electronically-controlled 4-speed automatic transmission. Four airbags, StabiliTrak, ABS, TCS, CVRSS, and rear parting assistance are also provided as standard equipment. Technology Exhibition Cadillac Northstar Cutout Model The Cadillac Northstar system is an extreme active safety system that uses a computer to integrate the power train, suspension, steering, and braking. An easy-to-understand explanation will be given using the vertical cutout of the Cadillac Seville that debuted as an new model in the previous Tokyo Motor show and AV support. Cadillac Vision Theater At the Cadillac Vision Theater you can experience in an easy-to-understand AV-supported presentation of the leading-edge technologies of which Cadillac is proud, such as night vision, an infrared night vision technology which Cadillac was the first in the world to make practical for automotive applications to improve safety, the highly evaluated Northstar system, StabiliTrak, and the Bose Premiun 4.0 system, the highest quality automobile sound system in the world.