Art And Science: Cadillac Premieres 2011 CTS-V Coupe

At a glance:

New CTS Coupe design combines with V-Series performance

556-hp (415-kW) supercharged 6.2L V-8

Six-speed manual or six-speed automatic with paddle shift control

Magnetic Ride Control and Brembo brakes

New Saffron interior trim accent color

On sale in early summer

Cadillac 2011 CTS-V Coupe, which debuted at the 2010 North American International Auto Show in

Detroit, combines the new CTS Coupe’s dramatic design with the 556-horsepower (415-kW) supercharged V-8 engine from the CTS-V sedan. The result is a luxury sports coupe aimed at driving enthusiasts.

“The CTS-V Coupe marries our most potent and sophisticated technology with our most dramatic production design,” said Bryan Nesbitt, Cadillac general manager. “This combination of visual and technical attributes is designed to create a very compelling choice for luxury sports car consumers.”

The CTS-V Coupe begins production this summer. Its suite of technical and performance elements includes Magnetic Ride Control, racing-bred Brembo brakes and an available automatic transmission with paddle-shift control.

The V-Series Coupe includes a unique grille that doubles the car’s air intake volume, an important enabler for its high-performance capabilities.

The 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe includes a suite of advanced technologies such as Magnetic Ride Control, high-performance Brembo brakes and a 556-hp Supercharged engine.

The 2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe expands the emerging V-Series of high-performance models with distinctive design and technical details.

The 2011 Cruze: Chevrolet Unveils U.S. Version Of The Popular, Fuel-Efficient Global Compact Sedan

2009-11-29, LOS ANGELES – Chevrolet unveils the U.S. production version of the 2011 Cruze compact sedan at the L.A. Auto Show on Dec. 2. It is a global car refined for America, delivering many segment-leading features and details that challenge preconceived notions about what a compact car can be in North America.

2011 Chevrolet Cruze at a Glance:

*Popular global car refined for America

*Expected segment-best fuel economy – up to 40 mpg highway – with new family of small-displacement engines, including Ecotec 1.4L I-4 turbo

*Progressive design with exceptional levels of refinement, quietness and build quality

*More spacious interior and greater cargo room than Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla

*Ten standard air bags help make it one of the safest cars in its class

*Built at Lordstown, Ohio assembly plant

*On sale in third quarter of 2010

**Five-year/100,000-mile powertain warranty – the best coverage in America

The Cruze also affirms Chevrolet’s commitment to building refined, fuel-efficient vehicles, with new, small-displacement four-cylinder engines. It is expected to deliver segment-leading fuel economy with a new Ecotec 1.4L I-4 turbo with variable valve timing – including up to 40 mpg on the highway with a high-efficiency model.

“Cruze is already a hit across Europe and Asia; and now, it’s coming to America to challenge the status quo,” said Brent Dewar, GM Vice President, Chevrolet Global brand. “Along with the Volt electric vehicle, Cruze is the latest tangible example of how Chevrolet is working on exciting products that range from gas-friendly to gas-free.”

Leveraging Chevrolet’s design and engineering talent in Asia, Europe and North America, the Cruze brings to market a progressive, globally influenced design complemented by exceptional levels of quietness, quality and attention to detail – from precise tolerances between body panels to the use of premium materials throughout the interior.

Arching roofline

Chevy Cruze’s design is distinguished with a bold face – including a two-tier grille with the iconic Bowtie logo – that is Chevrolet’s signature look around the globe. An arching roofline connects a steeply raked windshield and fast-sloping rear pillars to give the car a sporty, coupe-like proportion.

The sporty aesthetic is also seen in prominent headlamp housings that wrap around the corners and sweep upward in the fenders and sculpted hood, as well as a short rear deck typically found on sports coupes. The wheels are at the corners, too, with minimal front and rear overhangs. All the elements work cohesively to give Cruze an aggressive look that is complemented by a wide, confident stance.

Indeed, the Cruze is wider and longer than most of its competitors. Taut, tightly drawn bodywork conveys solidity, while restrained use of exterior trim enhances the car’s high-quality feel. The overall appearance is one of purposeful precision.

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The 2011 Regal

A Buick Bred On The Autobahn

Sport Sedan Blends Sleek Design with European Road Manners for Great Driving

Wednesday November 11, 2009

LOS ANGELES – On Thursday Buick will reveal the 2011 Regal sport sedan to customers in the L.A. area. Armed with turbocharged horsepower, a driver-selectable suspension system and a firm, European-tuned chassis, it delivers a driving experience that rivals the best import sport sedans in the segment.

“The 2011 Buick Regal is like nothing you’ve ever experienced from this brand,” said Susan Docherty, general manager of  Buick GMC. “The Regal is the next chapter in Buick’s transformation and will expand the portfolio to include a sport sedan.”

The new Regal arrives in the second quarter of 2010, with its sights aimed squarely on competitors like the Acura TSX and Volvo S60.

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A new midsize Buick sport sedan with a European-bred driving experience On sale in the second quarter of 2010 Based on the award-winning Opel Insignia and available now as a Regal in China.

Modern, sleek design with great attention to detail and excellent build quality

Efficient, four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain with 30 mpg (est.)

Turbocharged model available in summer 2010

Driver-selectable Interactive Drive Control System available in summer 2010

Available rear-seat thorax air bags

Standard 18-inch wheels, leather and heated front seats, XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth and OnStar.

Regal at a glance

Regal will initially be offered in premium CXL trim only, with additional trim levels to be offered in the 2012 model year.

The well-equipped Regal CXL includes the following as standard or available equipment:

Standard 2.4L Ecotec direct injected engine rated at an estimated 182 horsepower (136 kW)

Available 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and direct injected engine rated at an estimated 220 horsepower (164 kW) – available late-summer 2010.

Both engines have a six-speed automatic transmission standard with driver-shifting controlEstimated 30 mpg on the highway with the 2.4L and 29 mpg highway with the 2.0L turbo engine

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