Thursday, December 31, 2009
Cadillac refines sporty XLR-V
Cadillac refines sporty XLR-V
Ever since its arrival in the exclusive world of luxury roadsters in 2004, the Cadillac XLR has been a valued member of this elite club. This is certainly true of the version available in Europe, propelled by the powerful 4.4-litre Supercharged Northstar V8 engine (330 kW / 450 hp) from the famed Cadillac V-series. For model year 2009, the XLR-V has been technologically refined, and the design has been fine-tuned in a number of important respects.
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Saab Geneva Show Highlights
Saab Geneva Show Highlights
Saab is a brand on the move, displaying two concept cars at this year’s show as part of a commitment to expand its product portfolio by entering all major segments of the car market. Both concepts share distinctive Scandinavian styling themes and feature further developments in the rightsizing appeal of turbocharging with Saab BioPower.
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1931 Chrysler CG Imperial
Highest Explore #240: Sept. 30, 2008.
The 2008 Grand Experience Concours at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan, May 31, 2008.
Chrysler made 100 of the CG Imperial roadsters in 1931 which were open cars with zip-in side curtains. However they only made 10 of the 1931 CG Imperial convertible coupes. What makes this car unique is that it had roll up windows, one of the first Chryslers to have such a mechanism.
There are believed to be just three of these cars left in the world.
This beautiful Chrysler won best of show at the Grand Experience Concours.
2008 HUMMER H2 delivers greater capability and comfort
HUMMER H2
For 2008, the iconic HUMMER H2 features numerous changes that deliver a more luxurious, comfortable and refined interior, while retaining HUMMER’s legendary off-road abilities and ruggedness. An all-new powertrain combines a 6.2-litre V8 petrol engine and six-speed automatic transmission to deliver much improved efficiency, while state-of-the-art safety features are now standard.www.gmeurope.info
Cadillac Provoq Fuel Cell Concept: clean, petroleum-free performance and signature design
Cadillac Provoq Fuel Cell Concept:
Cadillac unveils a new vision for the future of luxury transportation with the innovative Provoq fuel cell concept – a hydrogen fuel cell crossover vehicle that continues GM’s commitment to displace petroleum through advanced technology.
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New Chevrolet Cruze: Exciting Design Arrives in the Value Segment
New Chevrolet Cruze: Exciting Design Arrives in the Value Segment
The all-new Chevrolet Cruze, making its world premiere at the Paris Show, raises the bar for exciting design and build quality among value products in Europe's compact car segment.
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HUMMER extends range with H3 V8
HUMMER extends range with H3 V8
For model year 2008, Hummer has made a number of interesting changes to the H3 range. The 3.7 litre five-cylinder petrol version is now supplemented with an impressive V8. In addition, new paint colours are available, the design has been updated slightly and there is a limited edition of the H3 V8 in the showroom: the Granite Edition.
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Meriva Concept: Dynamic Design And Innovative FlexDoors System
Meriva Concept: Dynamic Design And Innovative FlexDoors System
The Opel Meriva Concept, due to be unveiled at the 78th International Motor Show in Geneva (March 6 – 16, 2008), illustrates how the new Opel design language can be adapted to create bold, fresh design solutions for this segment.
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
2009 CTS-V: Cadillac’s ultimate expression of performance and luxury
2009 CTS-V: Cadillac’s ultimate expression of performance and luxury
As the new CTS sport sedan earns accolades and new owners, Cadillac takes the next leap forward by premiering the 2009 CTS-V, the brand’s ultimate expression of performance and luxury.
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Corvette ZR1 enters the World of supercars
Corvette ZR1 enters the World of supercars
The Corvette ZR1 is set to make its European debut at the Geneva Motor Show next month. The ZR1 brings the technology and engineering refinement of carbon-fiber, ceramics and electronics together in a distinctive design.
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Chic Style: Opel Tigra TwinTop “Illusion” In Soft-Top Look
Opel Tigra
The new “Illusion” model variant is another iteration of the quick-changing Tigra TwinTop: the two-seater’s electro-hydraulic retractable steel roof is covered in a Bordeaux red canvas, which gives the car the soft-top look of a classic fabric-roofed cabrio – without foregoing the benefits of a hard top. The Tigra TwinTop “Illusion” will be one of the stars on the Opel stand at the 78th International Motor Show in Geneva.
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New Chevrolet Aveo: Striking Exterior, New Entry-Level Gasoline Model
New Chevrolet Aveo: Striking Exterior, New Entry-Level Gasoline Model
The Kalos’ success story began in 2002 and in 2006, the Aveo notchback sedan was added to the compact class model range. Since 2002, more than 440,000 vehicles of this compact series were sold throughout Europe. The Aveo has thus played a vital role in Chevrolet's success, which, in 2007, reached a new peak by chalking up total sales of 457,200 units across Europe.
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New opel Zafira: Enhanced Dynamics and Economy
New opel Zafira:
With fresh design accents and three additional engines, the new Opel Zafira available at dealerships from February 2008. The Zafira’s striking looks communicate dynamics and self-confidence. Its 1.6-liter gasoline and two 1.7-liter CDTI engines embody the current trends: powerful, economical and affordable. This all puts the Opel compact van in an excellent position to continue the success story of the world’s first fully versatile seven-seater, which will see its two millionth unit rolling off the assembly line early next year. Following the introduction of the second generation in mid-2005, this Zafira also belongs to the top of its vehicle class with over 450,000 units sold and around ten percent market share in Europe. The new edition of the bestseller makes its world premiere at the Bologna Motor Show (December 7 - 16, 2007)
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Chevrolet Sports Version : Captiva SUV
Chevrolet Sports Version : Captiva SUV
Chevrolet is launching a sports version of the Chevrolet Captiva, the dynamically styled five-door and first compact sports utility vehicle in Chevrolet's European model range. Over 43,000 units of the highly successful Chevrolet SUV have been sold in Europe since its launch in 2006. Numerous new accessories will make the Chevrolet Captiva even more attractive.
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New 6.2-litre engine for 2008 Corvette
New 6.2-litre engine for 2008 Corvette
A larger, more powerful, 6.2 litre LS3 V8 engine is at the heart of the 2008 edition of the Corvette C6. Available in both Coupe and Convertible body styles and with the choice of six-speed manual and six-speed paddle shift automatic transmission, the all-new small-block V8 is rated at 325 kW (437 hp) and 586 Nm of torque, giving a top speed of 306 km/h.
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Saab 9-4X BioPower - Innovative Crossover Signals Saab Product Expansion
Saab 9-4X BioPower - Innovative Crossover Signals Saab Product Expansion
The Saab 9-4X BioPower Concept, revealed at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, confirms Saab’s plans to enter the growing Crossover segment with a dynamic, driver-focused vehicle inspired by Scandinavian values in design and respect for the environment.
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Saab 9-3 Station
Saab 9-3 Station Wagon at the Frankfurt Motor Show
The new Saab 9-3 range features bold, more assertive looks, reflecting a series of powertrain improvements that include the introduction of all-wheel-drive and more powerful diesel, gasoline and BioPower (E85) engines.
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Opel Agila
Opel Agila at the Frankfurt Motor Show
The small, versatile Opel will was unveiled to the public at the IAA in Frankfurt (September 13 – 23, 2007) and makes its market premiere in spring 2008. It boasts balanced proportions, soft curves and a distinctive side graphic. Its passengers still sit high and upright, but the roofline has been dynamically lowered and now blends into a smooth arc toward the rear.www.gmeurope.info
Victory Edition Corvette
Victory Edition Corvette
Just a few of the original 250 Victory Edition Corvette Coupes that arrived in Europe before the summer are now left unsold. The Victory Edition Corvette is a stylish tribute to the iconic brand’s success in international motor sport.
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Cadillac premieres the first hybrid
Cadillac premieres the first hybrid
Cadillac announced the world premiere of the Escalade Hybrid, the world’s first fuel-saving hybrid applied to a large luxury SUV. Powered by an innovative, fuel-saving 2-Mode Hybrid system, Escalade Hybrid will deliver more than a 50-percent improvement in fuel economy in city driving – all while delivering the same distinctive style, segment-leading features and full-size capability that have made the Escalade an icon.
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2008 Cadillac BLS Wagon
2008 Cadillac BLS Wagon: New Member of the Cadillac Family
The 2008 Cadillac BLS includes a new wagon version, the addition of a new bio-ethanol engine and a new, powerful two-stage turbo diesel engine. All-wheel drive will be available in spring of 2008 with the 2.8 liter V-6 turbo for both the sedan and Wagon.
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Saab 9-3 Convertible
Saab 9-3 Convertible at the Frankfurt Motor Show
The new Saab 9-3 range features bold, more assertive looks, reflecting a series of powertrain improvements that include the introduction of all-wheel-drive and more powerful diesel, gasoline and BioPower (E85) engines.
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Chevrolet Beat
Chevrolet Beat at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2007
Designed to evoke the mood of a speedy mini, the Beat is a front-wheel-drive, three-door hatchback concept built to be personalised, and powered by a 1.2-litre turbocharged gasoline engine mated to an automatic transmission.
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2008 Cadillac CTS
2008 Cadillac CTS: All-New Technology, Design and Hand-Crafted Interior
The all-new 2008 Cadillac CTS luxury sedan arrives late in 2007 in Cadillac showrooms. The first CTS helped change the perception of the brand when it made its debut in 2002. The new model arrives with new and enhanced engines and transmissions and dramatic new styling, inside and out.
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McLaren F1 information
Gordon Murray insisted that the engine for this car be naturally aspirated to increase reliability and driver control. Turbochargers and superchargers increase power but they increase complexity and can decrease reliability as well as introducing an additional aspect of latency and loss of feedback, the ability of the driver to maintain maximum control of the engine is thus decreased.
Murray initially approached Honda for a powerplant with 550 bhp (410 kW; 560 PS), 600 mm (23.6 in) block length and a total weight of 250 kg (551 lb), it should be derived from the Formula One powerplant in the then-dominating McLaren/Honda cars.
When Honda refused, Isuzu, then planning an entry into Formula One, had a 3.5 V12 engine being tested in a Lotus chassis. The company was very interested in having the engine fitted into the F1. However, the designers wanted an engine with a proven design and a racing pedigree.
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Murray initially approached Honda for a powerplant with 550 bhp (410 kW; 560 PS), 600 mm (23.6 in) block length and a total weight of 250 kg (551 lb), it should be derived from the Formula One powerplant in the then-dominating McLaren/Honda cars.
When Honda refused, Isuzu, then planning an entry into Formula One, had a 3.5 V12 engine being tested in a Lotus chassis. The company was very interested in having the engine fitted into the F1. However, the designers wanted an engine with a proven design and a racing pedigree.
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