http://www.detnews.com/article/20101209/AUTO01/12090464/1148/Sonic-to-succeed-Chevy-Aveo

By Christina Rogers; The Detroit News ~ Dec 09, 2010

Chevrolet confirmed today it will change the name of its subcompact Aveo to the Sonic in North America.

General Motors Co. begins production next year on the new car, which has undergone an extensive overhaul as the automaker seeks to offer up a stronger contender in the small car market.