Why the HHR won a SEMA award and vendor list
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Why the HHR won a SEMA award and vendor list
<img src="https://www.chevyhhr.net/news/semahhr1.jpg" align="left" border="0" hspace="5" vspace="2">Accessory-Friendly SUV: 2006 Chevrolet HHR
The latest in the retro-look automotive genre, the Chevrolet HHR takes its styling cues from the 1949 Chevy Suburban and the more recent SSR roadster/pickup. This compact newcomer to the Chevy fleet incorporates the company’s Ecotec-based powerplants, innovative interior appointments and reasonable pricing as it enters the market.
The HHR shows its 1949 Suburban heritage as well as cues from the Chevy SSR pickup/roadster.
“HHR is one of the rare vehicles that can be all things to a wide variety of customers,” said Lori Queen, GM vehicle line executive for small car. “With its combination of style and function, the HHR gives those seeking an affordable, non-traditional vehicle an enthusiastic reason to visit their Chevy dealer.”
The five-passenger HHR provides a number of effective storage compartments and can be configured to haul a substantial cargo load. The rear seats fold flat, of course, but so does the front passenger seat, allowing items such as an eight-foot ladder to be stowed inside with the lift gate closed.
The compact SUV is available in a base LS trim level (MSRP of $15,990) and two upper trims, the 1LT and 2LT. The top trim carries an MSRP of $18,790, and all models are fitted with air conditioning, power windows and door locks and remote keyless entry. Also standard is a six-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo that includes an auxiliary input jack for iPods or other audio sources. The base wheels are 16-inchers—said to be the largest in the class—and 17-inch wheels are optional.
The LS and 1LT models are powered by the 2.2L Ecotec inline four-cylinder engine, which puts out 143 horsepower, and the 2LT is equipped with the 172hp 2.4L Ecotec. Transmission choices include a standard five-speed manual and an optional four-speed automatic, and the independent suspension consists of front struts with a stabilizer bar and a rear torsion beam with stabilizer bar.
Why the Chevrolet HHR?
Darrin Olsen, Manager Technical Services, Senior Product Specialist, EGR, Inc.: “The HHR is a unique-looking vehicle in today’s marketplace. Comparable to the PT Cruiser for accessorizing, it lends itself to an endless array of possible iterations for individual personalization. It screams ‘accessorize me and make one of a kind!’”
David M. Gordon, Western Region Sales Manager, Hamsar Diversco, Inc.: “This all-new retro-look multi-use vehicle lends itself to many different styling directions, and it is affordable to the masses in the stripped-down version. The aftermarket will have a heyday with this truck/SUV, and the die-hard GM fans now have their own little HHR ‘Cruiser’ to trick out.”
Brad Grissom, V.P., Marketing/Product Development, Ingalls Engineering Co., Inc.: “The HHR is clearly a lifestyle vehicle and will be marketed to the emerging youth market and enjoy a strong enthusiast following. GM Performance will certainly tap into the aftermarket performance segment, as will many tuners and aftermarket companies.”
Larry Weiner, President, Performance West Group, Inc.: “The new Chevrolet HHR is a vehicle that begs to be personalized. It will easily respond to a wide range of accessories that cover the entire spectrum. This includes body kits, woody packages, upgraded interiors, audio/video entertainment systems, custom wheel and tire packages, engine and powertrain upgrades, suspension kits…it’s just limitless. And with the appeal for the HHR to the baby-boomer generation—to say nothing of the millions of Chevy enthusiasts—this vehicle has success written all over it.”
Gregory Smith, Director of Marketing, Weld Racing: “It is my choice because of its accessible price, retro styling, solid chassis, room for large wheels and tires and proven Ecotec engine.”
Dual-stage frontal air bags come standard and differentiate between adults and small children or child seats to adjust air-bag deployment.
The rear seats fold flat to provide a cargo platform, and the front passenger seat also folds to provide more than eight feet of interior storage length.
The three HHR trim levels are powered by the Ecotec 2.2L and 2.4L engines. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and a four-speed automatic is optional.
2006 Chevrolet HHR Product Listing
ADDCO
Sway Bars
www.addco.net
Image Quest Digital Graphics
Commander and Ignition Digital Graphics
www.imagequest.ab.ca
PTeazer, Inc.
Body Kits including Hood, Grilles and More
www.TeazerDesign.com
American Shine Products Corporation
Carnauba Car Wax
www.americanshine.com
Kleen Wheels Corp.
Dust Shields, Tire-Pressure Monitor, WheelMates
www.kleenwheels.com
Race Ready Performance LLC
Electric Exhaust Cutouts
www.RaceReadyPerformance.com
Automax-Benevento
Interior Dash Trim Kits
www.benevento4you.com
KW Automotive North America
Stainless-Steel Coil-Over Suspension System
www.kwsuspensions.com
RenuGroup LLC
Ultra Performance Brake Fluid
www.renugroupllc.com
Au-TOMOTIVE GOLD, Inc.
License-Plate Frames, Name Plates, Key Chains
www.autogold.com
LaFrance Autoworks
Touch-Sensitive Automotive Door Handle
www.lafranceautoworks.com
RSM Racing, Inc.
Intake, Lowering Springs, Front Strut Tower Brace
www.rsmracing.com
CGS Motorsports
Cold-Air Intake and Cat-Back Exhaust Systems
www.cgsmotorsports.com
Laser Design
SLP-330 Scanning Laser Probe
www.laserdesign.com
Ruff-Tuff Products
Custom Seat Covers
www.rufftuff.com
Concept Enterprises, Inc.
Custom Bass Speaker Enclosures
www.conceptbuy.com
LC Enterprises
Thermocap Radiator with Built-In Thermometer
www.lcenterprises.com
Specialty Auto Parts USA, Inc.
PROFORM Adjustable RPM Shift Light
www.proformparts.com
COOLSPACE
Portable Evaporative Coolers
www.cool-space.com
Lloyd Mats
Ultimat Custom-Fit Floor Mats with Trademark Logos
www.lloydmats.com
Speed Electric Mfg. Co., Ltd.
Header for 2006 HHR
www.speedexhaust.com
Darton International, Inc.
GM Ecotec Modular Integrated Deck Sleeve Kit
www.dartonsleeves.com
McGard
Wheel Locks and Lug Nuts
www.mcgard.com
SportRack Automotive
Roof racks, Bright Chrome And Satin Chrome
www.sportrackautomotive.com
DuraSafe, Inc.
Towing and Trailering Accessories
www.durasafelocks.com
Mobility Products & Design
3500-Series Hand Control W/Offset Handle
www.mobilityproductsdesign.com
Starshield Armor
Thermoplastic Urethane Film Bra
www.starshieldarmor.com
Echomaster
EM-PV Back-Up Navigator Reverse Sensing System
www.echomaster.com
Milmour Products
Moving Messages Sculpted Auto Art
www.openheartmessages.com
Top Dead Center Apparel
Officially Licensed HHR Chrome Wear Hats
www.topdead.com
FilterMAG
Filter Magnet
www.filtermag.com
Nitrous Express, Inc.
Nitrous Systems
www.nitrousexpress.com
TSW Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
www.tsw.com
Forgeline Motorsports
Alloy Wheels
www.forgeline.com
Pacific Precision Grilles
One-Twenty Wire Mesh and Classic Billet Grille
www.precisiongrilles.com
Turtle Wax
ICE Liquid Polish
www.turtlewax.com
Global AME, Inc.
Reverse Parking Systems
www.globalame.com
Pareto Point Industries
MagDog Magnetic Filtration Device
www.paretopoint.com
Vizualogic
Advantage Series Video Monitors
www.vizualogic.com
Highland Glen Mfg. Inc.
Key Rings
www.highlandglen.com
Perrycraft, Inc.
Aventura-Series Roof Rack And Roof Rails
www.perrycraft.com
Wet Okole Hawaii
Custom-Fit Neoprene Seat Covers
www.wetokole.com
Husky Liners
Seat Liners, Cargo Liners, Floor Mats
www.huskyliners.com
PortaQuip LLC
BigFoot Cargo Bag Utility Bags
www.BigFootBag.com
Willmore Mfg.
Nerf Bars, Rocker Panels and Other Accessories
www.willmore.com
IDA Automotive Inc.
SMT6 Piggyback Engine Management System
www.IdaAutomotive.com
Powerbase USA
Car Audio Speakers and Amplifiers
www.powerbassusa.com
Woody Wagoon
Woody Kit, Trim and Molding
www.woodywagoon.com
Article courtesy of www.sema.org . I know it had been posted that the HHR had won a SEMA award but I thought the explanation article should be posted also. Plus there is a manufacturer list.
The latest in the retro-look automotive genre, the Chevrolet HHR takes its styling cues from the 1949 Chevy Suburban and the more recent SSR roadster/pickup. This compact newcomer to the Chevy fleet incorporates the company’s Ecotec-based powerplants, innovative interior appointments and reasonable pricing as it enters the market.
The HHR shows its 1949 Suburban heritage as well as cues from the Chevy SSR pickup/roadster.
“HHR is one of the rare vehicles that can be all things to a wide variety of customers,” said Lori Queen, GM vehicle line executive for small car. “With its combination of style and function, the HHR gives those seeking an affordable, non-traditional vehicle an enthusiastic reason to visit their Chevy dealer.”
The five-passenger HHR provides a number of effective storage compartments and can be configured to haul a substantial cargo load. The rear seats fold flat, of course, but so does the front passenger seat, allowing items such as an eight-foot ladder to be stowed inside with the lift gate closed.
The compact SUV is available in a base LS trim level (MSRP of $15,990) and two upper trims, the 1LT and 2LT. The top trim carries an MSRP of $18,790, and all models are fitted with air conditioning, power windows and door locks and remote keyless entry. Also standard is a six-speaker AM/FM/CD stereo that includes an auxiliary input jack for iPods or other audio sources. The base wheels are 16-inchers—said to be the largest in the class—and 17-inch wheels are optional.
The LS and 1LT models are powered by the 2.2L Ecotec inline four-cylinder engine, which puts out 143 horsepower, and the 2LT is equipped with the 172hp 2.4L Ecotec. Transmission choices include a standard five-speed manual and an optional four-speed automatic, and the independent suspension consists of front struts with a stabilizer bar and a rear torsion beam with stabilizer bar.
Why the Chevrolet HHR?
Darrin Olsen, Manager Technical Services, Senior Product Specialist, EGR, Inc.: “The HHR is a unique-looking vehicle in today’s marketplace. Comparable to the PT Cruiser for accessorizing, it lends itself to an endless array of possible iterations for individual personalization. It screams ‘accessorize me and make one of a kind!’”
David M. Gordon, Western Region Sales Manager, Hamsar Diversco, Inc.: “This all-new retro-look multi-use vehicle lends itself to many different styling directions, and it is affordable to the masses in the stripped-down version. The aftermarket will have a heyday with this truck/SUV, and the die-hard GM fans now have their own little HHR ‘Cruiser’ to trick out.”
Brad Grissom, V.P., Marketing/Product Development, Ingalls Engineering Co., Inc.: “The HHR is clearly a lifestyle vehicle and will be marketed to the emerging youth market and enjoy a strong enthusiast following. GM Performance will certainly tap into the aftermarket performance segment, as will many tuners and aftermarket companies.”
Larry Weiner, President, Performance West Group, Inc.: “The new Chevrolet HHR is a vehicle that begs to be personalized. It will easily respond to a wide range of accessories that cover the entire spectrum. This includes body kits, woody packages, upgraded interiors, audio/video entertainment systems, custom wheel and tire packages, engine and powertrain upgrades, suspension kits…it’s just limitless. And with the appeal for the HHR to the baby-boomer generation—to say nothing of the millions of Chevy enthusiasts—this vehicle has success written all over it.”
Gregory Smith, Director of Marketing, Weld Racing: “It is my choice because of its accessible price, retro styling, solid chassis, room for large wheels and tires and proven Ecotec engine.”
Dual-stage frontal air bags come standard and differentiate between adults and small children or child seats to adjust air-bag deployment.
The rear seats fold flat to provide a cargo platform, and the front passenger seat also folds to provide more than eight feet of interior storage length.
The three HHR trim levels are powered by the Ecotec 2.2L and 2.4L engines. A five-speed manual transmission is standard, and a four-speed automatic is optional.
2006 Chevrolet HHR Product Listing
ADDCO
Sway Bars
www.addco.net
Image Quest Digital Graphics
Commander and Ignition Digital Graphics
www.imagequest.ab.ca
PTeazer, Inc.
Body Kits including Hood, Grilles and More
www.TeazerDesign.com
American Shine Products Corporation
Carnauba Car Wax
www.americanshine.com
Kleen Wheels Corp.
Dust Shields, Tire-Pressure Monitor, WheelMates
www.kleenwheels.com
Race Ready Performance LLC
Electric Exhaust Cutouts
www.RaceReadyPerformance.com
Automax-Benevento
Interior Dash Trim Kits
www.benevento4you.com
KW Automotive North America
Stainless-Steel Coil-Over Suspension System
www.kwsuspensions.com
RenuGroup LLC
Ultra Performance Brake Fluid
www.renugroupllc.com
Au-TOMOTIVE GOLD, Inc.
License-Plate Frames, Name Plates, Key Chains
www.autogold.com
LaFrance Autoworks
Touch-Sensitive Automotive Door Handle
www.lafranceautoworks.com
RSM Racing, Inc.
Intake, Lowering Springs, Front Strut Tower Brace
www.rsmracing.com
CGS Motorsports
Cold-Air Intake and Cat-Back Exhaust Systems
www.cgsmotorsports.com
Laser Design
SLP-330 Scanning Laser Probe
www.laserdesign.com
Ruff-Tuff Products
Custom Seat Covers
www.rufftuff.com
Concept Enterprises, Inc.
Custom Bass Speaker Enclosures
www.conceptbuy.com
LC Enterprises
Thermocap Radiator with Built-In Thermometer
www.lcenterprises.com
Specialty Auto Parts USA, Inc.
PROFORM Adjustable RPM Shift Light
www.proformparts.com
COOLSPACE
Portable Evaporative Coolers
www.cool-space.com
Lloyd Mats
Ultimat Custom-Fit Floor Mats with Trademark Logos
www.lloydmats.com
Speed Electric Mfg. Co., Ltd.
Header for 2006 HHR
www.speedexhaust.com
Darton International, Inc.
GM Ecotec Modular Integrated Deck Sleeve Kit
www.dartonsleeves.com
McGard
Wheel Locks and Lug Nuts
www.mcgard.com
SportRack Automotive
Roof racks, Bright Chrome And Satin Chrome
www.sportrackautomotive.com
DuraSafe, Inc.
Towing and Trailering Accessories
www.durasafelocks.com
Mobility Products & Design
3500-Series Hand Control W/Offset Handle
www.mobilityproductsdesign.com
Starshield Armor
Thermoplastic Urethane Film Bra
www.starshieldarmor.com
Echomaster
EM-PV Back-Up Navigator Reverse Sensing System
www.echomaster.com
Milmour Products
Moving Messages Sculpted Auto Art
www.openheartmessages.com
Top Dead Center Apparel
Officially Licensed HHR Chrome Wear Hats
www.topdead.com
FilterMAG
Filter Magnet
www.filtermag.com
Nitrous Express, Inc.
Nitrous Systems
www.nitrousexpress.com
TSW Alloy Wheels
Alloy Wheels
www.tsw.com
Forgeline Motorsports
Alloy Wheels
www.forgeline.com
Pacific Precision Grilles
One-Twenty Wire Mesh and Classic Billet Grille
www.precisiongrilles.com
Turtle Wax
ICE Liquid Polish
www.turtlewax.com
Global AME, Inc.
Reverse Parking Systems
www.globalame.com
Pareto Point Industries
MagDog Magnetic Filtration Device
www.paretopoint.com
Vizualogic
Advantage Series Video Monitors
www.vizualogic.com
Highland Glen Mfg. Inc.
Key Rings
www.highlandglen.com
Perrycraft, Inc.
Aventura-Series Roof Rack And Roof Rails
www.perrycraft.com
Wet Okole Hawaii
Custom-Fit Neoprene Seat Covers
www.wetokole.com
Husky Liners
Seat Liners, Cargo Liners, Floor Mats
www.huskyliners.com
PortaQuip LLC
BigFoot Cargo Bag Utility Bags
www.BigFootBag.com
Willmore Mfg.
Nerf Bars, Rocker Panels and Other Accessories
www.willmore.com
IDA Automotive Inc.
SMT6 Piggyback Engine Management System
www.IdaAutomotive.com
Powerbase USA
Car Audio Speakers and Amplifiers
www.powerbassusa.com
Woody Wagoon
Woody Kit, Trim and Molding
www.woodywagoon.com
Article courtesy of www.sema.org . I know it had been posted that the HHR had won a SEMA award but I thought the explanation article should be posted also. Plus there is a manufacturer list.
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