American builder Callaway has introduced a supercharger kit for the brand new 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS.

The kit consists of a massive 2.3-liter supercharger that bumps the 6.2-liter V8 engine’s output from 455 to over 600 horsepower. Performance figures haven’t been published yet. However, the stock SS reaches 60 mph from a stop in four seconds flat, so the blown model with nearly 150 extra ponies on tap is certainly no slouch.

The supercharger kit was developed to work with both the standard six-speed manual transmission and the optional eight-speed automatic unit, and Callaway promises that it doesn’t sacrifice reliability or drivability. It’s complemented by a cold air intake and a triple intercooler system.

Not content with merely building a more powerful V8, Callaway has also added a carbon fiber engine cover, a sprinkling of specific emblems inside and out, embroidered floor mats, special door sill panels, and specific key fobs. Every supercharged Camaro comes with a certificate of authenticity and a three-year/36,000-mile warranty.

Callaway’s supercharger kit is on sale now for $16,995. The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS carries a base price of $37,295, meaning enthusiasts who want to hop behind the wheel of a 600-horsepower Camaro need to set aside about $55,000 if no other options are ticked.

A Detroit-based tuner called Hoffy Automobiles has published a batch of computer-generated images that preview the Mamba GT3 Street.

Named after a venemous snake, the Mamba GT3 takes the form of an aggressive-looking coupe based on the BMW M4. It gains a completely redesigned front end with numerous air vents and LED lights, fender flares that put even DTM cars to shame, a wide air diffuser with four integrated four exhaust pipes, and a trunk-mounted wing that’s almost as tall as the roof. The only remaining visual connections between the GT3 and the M4 are twin kidney grilles and the shape of the lights.

Hoffy promises the cabin has been upgraded with sport seats for the front passengers, Alcantara upholstery on the seats, the headliner, and the steering wheel, a heads-up display inspired by the world of jet fighters, Bluetooth connectivity, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. It also features a 600-watt sound system.

The M4′s twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter straight-six engine has been tweaked to deliver 710 horsepower, a 285-pony bump over the M4. The coupe can reach 60 mph from a stop in approximately three seconds, and it goes on to a top speed of 210 mph.

The Mamba GT3 Street Concept will be introduced to the public in February, and it will go on sale shortly after. Pricing information hasn’t been revealed, though that hasn’t stopped a wealthy collector from buying the very first prototype.

Older Mazda6 sedans are the latest vehicles to be affected by the ongoing Takata recall campaigns.

The Japanese supplier has continued to perform internal testing of airbag inflators recovered from vehicles in the field. The investigations recently resulted in a ruptured inflator from a Mazda6.

After consulting with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in December, the company decided to recall all vehicles that were built with the same components that experienced a failure. The expansion includes passenger-side airbags for the 2003-2008 model years, including the 2006-2007 Mazdaspeed6. A small batch of 2004 RX-8 vehicles is also included, limited to a single production week in late June 2003.

Like millions of other vehicles recalled for defective Takata airbags, the affected Mazda sedans could increase the chance of occupant injuries from flying shrapnel or airbag failure if the inflator is activated in a crash.

Service technicians will replace the passenger airbag in the affected vehicles. The campaign appears to be implemented on a nationwide basis, rather than focusing on states with high absolute humidity. Moisture has been identified as a likely factor contributing to field failures and deaths.

Toyota has set a production record in North America, building more than two million units on the continent in 2015.

The specific production totals include 2,035,028 vehicles adorned with Toyota, Scion and Lexus badges, along with 1,933,702 engines. The milestone represents a significant increase from 2011, when less than 1.3 million vehicles were built in North America.

The company’s Kentucky facility accounted for the largest number of vehicles, with more than 450,000 vehicles rolling off the assembly line. The plant now builds more than 330,000 Camry sedans each year.

Combining output from Toyota’s Kentucky, Indiana, Mississippi and Texas factories, along with the approximately 80,000 Camry sedans built at Subaru’s Indiana plant, the US accounts for 65 percent of the company’s North American production. Most of the remaining total is produced in Canada, while around 108,000 units rolled off two assembly lines in Mexico.

The Japanese automaker has been building vehicles in Ontario and Kentucky for 30 years. This year also marks 20-year anniversaries in Indiana and West Virginia, a 15-year run in Alabama and five years of assembly in Mississippi.

Following strong demand in 2015, the Dodge Challenger and Charger SRT Hellcats are due to get new visual customization options for 2016.

Buyers can now add dual full-length body stripes from the factory. The sporty bands feature a faux carbon-fiber appearance, running the length of the car from the front fascia, across the roof and deck lid and down the rear bumper.

The stripe design has been tailored to emphasize the SRT Hellcat’s signature NACA duct hood vent.

The stripes can be added to any color in Dodge’s Hellcat palette, including 10 hues ranging from Bright White Clear Coat to Maximum Steel Metallic. The company is also extending availability of its limited-edition Plum Crazy color, originally scheduled to end in December.

“But exceptionally strong customer demand, plus the opportunity to pair this legendary high-impact hue with the new SRT Hellcat stripe, means dealers will be able to continue ordering the high-impact, highly popular color through January,” FCA said in a statement.

The stripes can be added to either the Challenger or Charger starting this month for an extra $995.

Rusty fuel lines have prompted a recall for Maserati’s 2016 GranTurismo, including hardtop and convertible variants.

Factory workers recently noticed the issue via routine visual inspections during final assembly. The main fuel lines appeared discolored, indicating a lack of galvanization treatment.

An investigation concluded that a batch of fuel lines had not been galvanized, leaving the lines prone to quick corrosion and eventual leaks. Degradation could be accelerated by exposure to road salt.

“If the leaked fuel comes into contact with an ignition source there is potential for a vehicle fire,” the company warns.

The problem affects a small batch of just 33 vehicles, most of which are still in dealer inventory. Service technicians will install a new fuel line that has been treated with the proper galvanization to resist corrosion.

GMC has published a dark teaser image that previews the all-new 2017 Acadia.

Posted on the company’s official Facebook page, the teaser image reveals the Acadia’s rear fascia receives LED tail lamps connected by a bar of chrome trim. Earlier spy shots suggest the front end gets horizontal headlights with LED daytime running lights and an oversized grille.

Inside, the next Acadia will benefit from the latest generation of GMC’s IntelliLink infotainment system, and it will be compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The new model will continue to offer space for up to eight passengers, but it will turn the tech dial up to 11 with driving aids such as adaptive cruise control.

WorldCarFans speculates the Acadia will launch with a new 3.6-liter V6 engine. Front-wheel drive will come standard, and all-wheel drive will be offered at an extra cost. Rumors indicate that a turbocharged four-cylinder engine will be added to the lineup a little later in the production run, but GMC is keeping official technical details under wraps for the time being.

GMC will introduce the 2017 Acadia online in the coming days, and the crossover is scheduled to land in showrooms next summer. Since the Acadia is getting replaced, it’s safe to bet that new versions of the Chevrolet Traverse and the Buick Enclave are right around the corner.

A leaked low-resolution image has revealed the 2017 Lincoln Continental a few days ahead of its official debut at next week’s Detroit Motor Show.

Published on a forum called Fordinsidenews, the image reveals the Continental has changed little in its transition from a concept to a production car. The low-spec model depicted in the leaked picture gets more realistic-looking headlights, a new lower bumper, less chrome trim, and it rides on smaller wheels. High-spec trim levels are expected to look even more similar to the Continental concept that was shown last year at the New York Auto Show.

Irman Jalal, Lincoln’s marketing manager, recently told Car & Driver that Lincoln doesn’t want to dabble in gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid drivetrains, in turbodiesel engines, and even in performance-tuned engines, at least not for the time being. His comments suggest the Continental will launch with an evolution of the brand new 3.0-liter GTDI V6 that was inaugurated last November in Los Angeles by the thoroughly updated 2017 MKZ. Front-wheel drive and 350 horsepower will come standard, while all-wheel drive and 400 ponies will be offered at an extra cost.

Stay tuned, Lincoln will fully unveil the 2017 Continental in the next few days, and we’ll bring you live images of it straight from the nation’s Motor City.

General Motors has quietly confirmed pricing details for the 2017 Chevrolet Bolt.

The company originally promised to sell the EV for $30,000. As expected, the figure was a reflection of the cost after deducting $7,500 in federal tax credits. The true MSRP is $37,500 (including freight).

In comparison, the Volt hybrid carries a $33,170 MSRP before government incentives. The 2016 Nissan Leaf with a 30-kWh battery starts at $34,200, with around half the Bolt’s claimed 200+ electric range. Tesla, meanwhile, has promised its Model 3 will run for at least 250 miles and cost around $35,000 before incentives.

GM suggests the Bolt battery can be fully replenished in nine hours via a 240-volt charging system running at 32 amps. For a partially filled battery, owners can expect to gain 25 miles for each hour connected to a 240-volt charger.

The Bolt’s charge time appears to be slow compared to fast-charging systems for rival vehicles. In just a half hour the 2017 Ford Focus Electric can charge to 80 percent, equating to 100 miles of additional range. Tesla’s Supercharger technology is even faster, adding up to 170 miles of range in a half hour. To be clear, GM has only quoted charge times for its custom-installed 240-volt home charger, while Ford and Tesla are citing high-amperage charging infrastructure at select stations. If a Model S is connected to a 30-amp home charger, it will only add 20 miles of range per hour.

When introducing the Bolt concept, GM promised the EV would support fast charging to 80 percent in less than an hour. The claim has not yet been reaffirmed for the production model, however.

A specific EPA-certified range estimate and additional technical details will presumably be announced ahead of the Bolt’s expected arrival at the end of the year.