Cole Krum Chevrolet

For car buyers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, it's time to say goodbye to the Chevrolet Aveo and welcome the new and energized 2012 Chevrolet Sonic. General Motors' new B-segment car is inspired by their new 1.4-liter four banger and will be available in divers' choice of manual or automatic transmission.

"The Sonic represents a new beginning for Chevrolet in the small car segment and so we felt it was time to give it a new name," says Chris Perry, Vice President, Chevrolet. "The new car is roomy, stylish and fun to drive, and Sonic is…

Chevrolet had a surprising announcement, as the auto maker is saying goodbye a nameplate, but not a model. General Motors expects to replace its subcompact Chevrolet Aveo with the newly named Chevrolet Sonic.

The new title was first features in the GM Inside News blog. The Detroit Free Press said the new car "will be built at GM's Orion Township plant starting Aug. 1. Like the Cruze, the Sonic will be a global name."

GM trademarked the name Chevrolet Sonic on Oct. 5, according to their trademark records. Both The Free Press and GM Inside News said various GM…