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2013 Chevrolet Malibu … Apart from the aesthetic innovations and equipment that brings the 2013 Malibu is that the future model will be a global product, which means it will be available in over 100 countries.

View, the 2013 Malibu looks more streamlined and expressive, which is notable mainly in the face of the sedan, much like the Cruse. Now the grid is more present and its elongated shape the high-intensity headlights add to the trend we see today in many other models. It is also broader because it grew in width 68 mm. The wheelbase was changed by losing 114 mm compared to the current Malibu. Depending on the version, LS, LT or LTZ-diameter wheels ranging from 17 to 19 inches. At the same time, the back includes major changes, without a doubt the most significant are the illuminated LED headlamps that bring to mind the burly Camano and the shape of the trunk lid.

Similarly, the architecture of the cabin is also changing significantly. Besides offering more habitable for the occupants, the 2013 Malibu has a relaxed and equipment than we see today. Chromium, metal and wood highlighted in the skin and plastic dashboard, steering wheel, lever and door panels. Is different and innovative interior lighting that shines across the board and in magazines? It also highlights the infotainment system My Link name: via a touch screen operated audio, browser, cell phones and air conditioning. The trunk space also wins at from 15 to 16 ft / cu.

As a result of evolution, the Malibu features a new four-cylinder 2.5-liter direct injection and variable valve timing. The properties of the new heart are that of improving performance and fuel consumption of the vehicle. The 190 horsepower and 180 lb / ft are governed by a six-speed automatic transmission. One more benefit is the electric power steering.

A striking number of airbags fitted in the 2013 Malibu, both driver and passenger are protected in two front and a couple more to protect the knees, both lines are protected with side airbags and roof. Disc brakes vented front and solid-back-with ABS, rear view camera, traction and stability control are part of the repertoire of security.

In which we bring you motoring news from around the Web:

• The BMW 1 Series M, which was first shown at the Detroit auto show in January, is already nearing the end of its life cycle. According to Matthew Russell, the communications manager for BMW of North America’s Motorsport division, North American deliveries of the 335-horsepower, $47,000 coupe will be limited to roughly 1,000 units, which would comprise “only about a year’s worth” of orders, he said in a telephone interview. While no production cut-off date has been set, he acknowledged that the current version of the 1 Series was at its bicycle, which partially explained the short production run. A replacement model may take its place after the 1 Series receives a redesign, he said, but did not disclose when such a model would reach North America. (BMW)

• Volkswagen announced pricing of its overhauled Pass at sedan on Thursday, touting a sub-$20,000 price point for its 2.5-liter S model ($20,765 after adding the $770 delivery charge). The TDI SE is equipped with a 2-liter turbo diesel engine that VW expects to receive a 43 m.p.g. highway rating from the E.P.A. and starts at $26,765. Pricing for the 3.6-liter, 280-horsepower VR6 begins at $29,765. The Pass at will be assembled at the brand’s new plant in Chattanooga, Tenn., inaugurated on Tuesday. (Volkswagen)

• The next-generation Chevrolet Impala sedan, expected in 2014, will be built at the Hamtramck, Mich., plant that currently produces the brand’s Volt plug-in hybrid, General Motors announced Wednesday. The news surprised workers and managers at the automaker’s plant in Oshawa, Ontario, where the current-generation Impala is produced. G.M. has yet to commit to continuing production of the Impala at Oshawa. (Windsor Star)

• Sebastian Vetted, the Red Bull Formula One driver who has won four out of five races this year, logged the quickest practice lap Thursday morning in advance of the Monaco Grand Prix, which is scheduled for Saturday. The afternoon session, however, was won by Fernando Alonso, the Ferrari driver, with Lewis Hamilton of McLaren-Mercedes just 0.1 second behind. Mark Webber, Vetter’s teammate and the winner of last year’s Monaco G.P., did not set a time due to problems with his car’s gearbox.