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GM Releases New Models in Detroit | Automotive Rhythms

@itsthatsmith — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 13:57:34 +0000

s/o to the homie Kimatni fresh off the Detroit Auto Show floor!

Top-Down Luxury Returns with 2016 Buick Cascada. Buick today introduced the 2016 Cascada – a dynamic, stylish convertible that uses innovative powertrain and chassis technologies to complement the driving experience. The Cascada will be the first Buick convertible offered in the United States in 25 years and the latest globally developed vehicle to join the brand’s growing portfolio. It goes on sale in early 2016.
“The new, 2016 Buick Cascada is a beautiful, engaging convertible that represents the very best of the brand’s global development practices,” said Duncan Aldred, vice president of Buick. “It’s a car that will delight customers with its fun spirit and help drive the momentum that’s fueling Buick’s success.”

Cars | Fastest Buick: Regal GS

admin — Tue, 22 May 2012 19:49:05 +0000

Bill Rietow, lead development engineer and powertrain drive quality engineer, John Townsend, the Regal GS in the Nevada Open Road Challenge hitting 162 miles per hour, and yesterday GM announced that the sedan is the fastest Buick they’ve had in the line up.

Cars | Bejing Auto Show – EN-V 2.0

admin — Wed, 02 May 2012 00:59:00 +0000

Beijing Auto Show: With renderings of the second generation Chevrolet EN-V 2.0 (Electric Networked-Vehicle) concept General Motors showcased their vision of future of personal transportation which is a two-seat electric car that aimed to alleviate concerns about traffic congestion, parking availability, air quality and affordability for tomorrow’s cities.

In-vehicle climate control, personal storage space, and wireless communication enabling a “social network” that can be used by drivers and passengers to communicate with friends or business associates while on the go. The EN-V would be capable of driving in all weather and city road conditions, and prototype models are expected to be employed in pilot studies throughout China. Kevin Wale, president and managing director of the GM China Group, said:

We’re very excited about EN-V 2.0 concept, which embodies the essence of its predecessor but was evolved into a more practical design for real-life use. The combination of sensing technology, wireless communication and GPS-based navigation establishes a technology foundation, pieces of which could potentially lead the way to the creation of future advanced vehicle systems.