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Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback Model at the 2011 Geneva Auto Show
The unveiling of the new Chevrolet Cruze hatchback is another reason to attend the 2011 Geneva Auto Show. However, there’s still no word whether this version would roll out into U.S. showrooms.
According to Lesley Hettinger, the spokesperson for Chevrolet, the Cruze hatchback model has yet to be given an approval from the U.S. but there’s a big possibility that it might come to the country since it’s a global auto model.
The Chevrolet Cruz hatchback is a direct replica of the Cruze concept that was presented in the 2010 Paris Auto Show last September. In the UK, hatchbacks cover only two-thirds of the sales for compact car models. Therefore, the success of this brand new model will determine its share of the European market. In 2009, about 500,000 Cruze models have been sold around the globe.
According to General Motors, the Cruze hatchback will come with a new engine models. However, only one engine model has been specified—a 2.0-liter V4 diesel engine that comes with 161 horsepower, the same engine that is powering the Chevrolet Orlando. This engine is attached to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Cruze hatchback concept is designed with around 14.3 cubic feet capacity for cargo.
General Motors has yet to announced performance specifications and pricing for the new Chevrolet Cruze hatchback and so far, nothing has been speculated yet in terms of its price tag. But you can get the Cruze model in nearly 70 countries around the globe including India, Russia, and China.
Baldwin-Motion releases Phase III 2011 Camaro, promises 800 horsepower
Classing tuning firm Baldwin-Motion recently released a series of tweaked Camaro SS. The low tier Camaro SS-427 gives out 525 bhp while the top of the line Phase III Camarao 427-SC produces up to 800 horsepower.
There are three other models of the Camaro in between including the Phase II 600 bhp, SS-454 giving out 550 bhp, and the Phase III Camaro 454 blasting out 625 bhp.
These Camaro models will either have the LS7 427engine or the LSX 454 powerplant.
The Camaro SS that has a max output of 800 horsepower has the LS7 powerplant fitted with a twin-screw 2.8L supercharger. This Camaro also gets a dual-dick clutch derived from the Corvette ZR1, sport exhaust from American racing, and Brembo brakes.
The tuning of the Camaros is a partnership between the Baldwin-Motion, Redline Motorsports, and the DeNooyer Performance division of Chevrolet.
These very poweful Camaros will only be sold via the DeNooyer Chevrolet in the state of New York. Every model will be released with a Motion VIN plate and documentation.
The tuning firm Baldwin-Motion was established back in the 1960s by Joel Rosen. The company worked on tuning the Camaros until its last run back in 1974. The brand was resureccted back in 2005.
Balwin-Motion relaunches the brand to do what they did best back in the early years of the company and provide the Phase II and SS Camaros built to order by the consumers.
Peugeot Reveals First Pickup
A French pickup truck.
That seems like the kind of phrase that should never be put together in quite that order, but there you have it.
The French automaker recently revealed its very first pickup truck, the Hoggar.
The name comes from a concept that Peugeot unveiled all the way back in 2003.
However, the truck is not designed for a French market. Instead, the truck was actually designed in Brazil, specifically for Brazilians.
It was designed and adapted to the needs of its target market.
Brazilians can be on the lookout for the launch on May 15.
Toyota Is Getting Hit … Hard.
Toyota has had a rough year and we are only at the end of month two! With the 8 million vehicles being recalled though, this particular company has had quite the time keeping their customers and this month showed it. In January, the company was hit hard by their customers and now – now in February, they are actually hit a lot harder.
More and most customers are losing their faith in Toyota and honestly, that is hurting them a lot. While the news may not be new, Toyota is still one of the top automakers in the world right now … they are just hitting a bad spot is all.
Here is hoping that Toyota is going to be able to recover in March and that the top automaker is going to keep its spot!
Lamborghini LP570-4 SV headed to Geneva!
Even though the Detroit Auto Show is right around the corner, Lamborghini is gearing up for the 2010 Geneva show and they are going to be presenting some of their best work – the brand new Lamborghini LP570-4 SV. This high-performance car is honestly something that is not only beautiful but sought after too.
We are told that this particular car is going to have a bump up of 10 HP so that will make the Lamborghini LP570-4 SV have about 570 HP and that will be distributed to all four wheels.
The tripped down interior is going to be awesome and make this particular car that much more luxurious and certainly that much lighter and faster!
The Hummer HX Concept: Hot or Not?
I will be the first to admit that I just do not understand the appeal of a Hummer as a consumer vehicle. Who the hell needs a Hummer, really? Do you plan to come across enemy fire in rush hour traffic? Think you might have to go medieval on another soccer mom?
I see their aesthetic appeal, but I cringe every time a Hummer comes rolling up beside me on the highway. I always envision the driver going all Marge Simpson and suddenly crushing all the other, slow moving vehicles under his or her ginormous wheels.
That being said, this is the Hummer HX concept. What does it have? Well, it can acclimate to a variety of different trail conditions, just in case you decide to tackle the Rockies or something — or to climb up on all those minivans stopped at a light, I guess. Fits plenty of cargo needs, check. And it is supposedly ideal to deal with various “passenger whims.” Those are what scare me.
The Astounding Opel/Vauxhall Astra
Images of the new, stylish Opel/Vauxhall Astra have not been around for all that long. After all, the hatchback with five doors will not be unveiled until later this month, at the motor show in Frankfurt. The vehicle was created at the GM design studio in Europe. It is the sixth generation of this particular silhouette, which leads by the cab, features a steep windscreen, and has a sloping roof in the rear.
However, contrary to its predecessors, it is longer, at 4400 millimeters; the wheelbases are 71 millimeters longer.
The design cues are purposely similar to those seen in the Insignia, both inside of the vehicle and outside of it.
Some things are different, however, meant to be innovative. These include the light signatures, which are shaped like wings, as well as the reversed blade on the flank of the vehicle.
Ford Boosts Production Of F-150, Escape: Thanks To C4C!
Ford is one of the only automakers that has not only one that has lasted through all of the bankruptcy times and now – now, they are certainly churning out some of the quality products. Cash for Clunkers is certainly a program that has churned out a profit for Ford and I think that is actually awesome. August sales for Ford have been at their highest for the year and that is truly incredible.
However, there are two trucks actually that have jumped up in sales. The F-150 as well as the Escape are two trucks that have sky-rocketed in the sales department, which has sent production into overtime … which means that more jobs and more jobs are going to be created and calling back, which is fantastic!
Right now, 10,000 units are needed for the F-150’s, which is great and truly puts the workers back up to full-time!
The 2010 Devon GTX: It’s Brand Spankin’ New!
When I think of a sports car – the first car that usually comes to mind is the Ford Mustang … honestly, that is almost the first sports car that I think I have seen up close however, now the 2010 Devon GTX is the one car that I think is going to come to mind. This beautiful car is an American-made supercar that was debuted on Pebble Beach.
The great thing about the 2010 Devon GTX is the carbon fiber body because it is super light and the engine is absolutely incredible. It is a 8.4-liter V10 – yes, you read that right a V10 engine that can put forth about 650 HP to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual gearbox. The 2010 Devon GTX is going to be the car of the year in my book – it can honestly go super fast and it looks pretty friggin’ sweet as well!
So if you have about $500,000.00 just laying around, the 2010 Devon GTX is going to be the car for you … seriously!
2010 Cadillac SRX: What’s The Future Hold?
If there is one brand of car that I am not exactly sure of the future of, it is going to be the Cadillac. This particular brand of cars are constantly being cut down and I think that GM is actually going to sell off the Cadillac brand and they could actually fizzle out – while that makes me sad, what makes me pretty happy is the 2010 Cadillac SRX. While I am not exactly sure if this particular SUV is going to come out, it is still one SUV to be excited about.
This SUV is pulling out all of the stops and to be honest, I think that it looks amazing. Just the overall body work they did on the 2010 Cadillac SRX and the wheels are something to be extremely proud of. As soon as you look under the hood though, you know that you are going to be able to drive this car around for a very, very long time.
This beautiful crossover is one of the most expressive crossover vehicles from Cadillac and I think that it is going to do a lot of good … if it comes out that is.
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