Chevrolet to grace SEMA 2014 with half a dozen models

Half a dozen of modified Chevrolet models will debut in Las Vegas at the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show, the world's largest convention of automotive aftermarket parts and accessories.

The SEMA concepts feature accessories designed to allow personalisation while maintaining refinement and ride characteristics. Engineers from General Motors have developed most of the accessories shown on the concept vehicles. The available accessories are designed, engineered, tested and backed by Chevrolet to be installed by a Chevrolet dealer, which maintains the vehicle warranty.

SS Sport concept
Inspired by Chevrolet's motorsports heritage and its Australian lineage, the SS Sport concept gives the V8 powered sports sedan a makeover that reflects its performance capability.

Unique features include an enhanced exterior with body colour door handles and mirrors. The front adorns a Chevrolet Accessories grille kit, complemented by fog lamp bezels, side fender vents and a rear spoiler.

Power for the Chevrolet SS comes from the LS3 V8, delivering 415bhp and 563Nm of torque. For 2015, it is available with a new six-speed manual transmission, along with a six-speed, paddle shift automatic.

Additionally, the 2015 SS receives standard Magnetic Ride Control - what Chevrolet claims to be the world's fastest-reacting damping system - which provides more precise body motion control, for a more responsive and refined ride. Also new are Brembo rear brakes that complement the Brembo front brakes.

Sonic Performance concept
The performance-oriented Sonic hatchback concept draws on the legacy of Chevrolet's high-performance vehicles reimagined for a new generation of enthusiasts.

The Sonic Performance concept features performance and appearance enhancements designed to be installed by Chevrolet dealers.

The Performance concept package includes a Chevrolet Performance Stage Kit, cold-air induction and a high-flow exhaust system allowing the 1.4-litre turbo engine to produce more power for a more exciting driving experience.

The Synergy Green exterior colour is highlighted by a white, offset, stripe package while other enhancements include white headlamp rings, tail lamp rings, grille surround, mirror covers and rear spoiler. The Sonic Performance concept features an advanced safety package including forward collision alert and lane departure warning in addition to a rear vision camera.

Sonic Accessories concept
The Sonic Accessories concept highlights the personalisation possibilities of the hatchback by mixing and matching the latest accessories for unique treatments.

The highlights of the concept include a Summit White exterior finish with an offset matte black stripe, and a Chevrolet Performance suspension kit with lowered ride height in addition to fascia enhancements. A Kicker subwoofer and amplifier is also included to complement its street-smart style with the appropriate sound quality.

Under the hood is the Ecotec 1.4-litre turbo rated at 138bhp and 200Nm of torque.

Impala Blackout concept
The 2015 Chevrolet Impala builds on the car's styling with blacked-out cues that lend it a sinister attitude - all accomplished with paint and accessories available from Chevrolet.

The upgrades include: Chevrolet Accessories black grille surround, rear spoiler, painted mirror caps and 19-inch aluminum wheels.

The all black, leather-trimmed interior features custom trim plates with a wire mesh pattern, along with Chevrolet Accessories stainless steel sills - with the Impala logo - and a sport pedal kit.

The Impala Blackout also rocks with a 11-speaker Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound System, which connects to the Chevrolet MyLink system via an 8-inch diagonal colour touch screen.

Cruze RS Plus concept
The RS package for Chevrolet's best-selling model - the Chevrolet Cruz (banner) - includes unique fascia's, rocker mouldings, rear spoiler and fog lamps, while an uplevel instrument cluster includes chrome accent rings and opaque cluster bezels that allow the cluster's ice blue backlighting to shine through for a sporty night time appearance.

The Cruze RS Plus concept accentuates the Cruze RS with a custom Wildfire Metallic exterior, along with unique lower body mouldings and a custom rear spoiler. A twin-stripe package in matte black is available from Chevrolet Accessories. Inside, the Jet Black interior shines with a Chevrolet Accessories ambient lighting kit and illuminated door sills. It also features a sport pedal kit and a Kicker subwoofer and amplifier kit.

Under the hood, the concept's aggressive styling is matched with a performance-enhancing stage kit from Chevrolet Performance, as well as a concept fresh-air intake system for the 1.4-litre turbo engine.

Camaro SS Special Edition
The new Camaro SS Special Edition model will arrive at dealers in the first quarter of 2015, wearing an exclusive Emerald Green Metallic exterior colour along with other unique exterior features.

The special edition Camaro SS will be offered in coupe and convertible models with 2SS trim which includes a RS Appearance Package, RS-specific front upper grille, body-coloured roof mouldings and antenna.

All models will feature a black interior with Graphite Silver door panel and instrument panel inserts, while convertible models will include a black top.

The car is powered by a 6.2-litre V8 rated which churns out 426bhp and 569Nm of torque, when linked to a standard six-speed manual, while the power drops to 400bhp and 556Nm of torque when ordered with a six-speed automatic transmission.