Don’t know what the public wants? Let them decide. Does this show a lack of confidence or what. I guess GM layed off all of the directors and managers that make the design decisions. Lets leave it to Sanjaya to direct the future.

Here is the release of the three minicars Chevrolet will debut at the New York Auto Show. I must say I was speechless when I saw them. Thanks to carbodydesign for a quick posting of the press release. These cars are hot. I would take any one of them.

-The Beat is definitely my favorite, closely resembling the WTCC concept. Exciting energetic forms and great details.
Press: A technology-loaded, three-door hatchback designed to be personalized.

-The Trax is also interesting as a cutesy, Element fighter.
Press: An urban crossover equally at home on the trails or in traffic. …..not too sure about the trails

-The Groove still needs some re-proportioning but I like what they did with it. A little more grown up looking of the three. It also has a cousin-like resemblance to the old Pirana Concept.
Press: Retro-inspired with fender flares and an upright windshield.

If these come in at a cheap price, I wouldn’t mind picking one up for the daily driver. This may finally be a car that the youth market would buy. I can see the Beat being littered all over school parking lots. But as we know from previous experience (Element, Scions) our 40 and 50 year old parents will be snatching these vehicles up for their practicality and “hip” look.

Kudos to GM for putting out three unique new segment vehicles. I bet all three will make the cut…..Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn versions. Like the previuos blog said-you the public will vote for the winner. You can do that here.