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Pontiac getting more Holden clones. G8 ST - possible cancellation
 The future of Pontiac could become dominated increasingly by Holden rebadged imports, but the destiny of such auto is on insecure ground now. A recent report says the `sport truck` G8 ST — Holden Ute derived — might not arrive after all to the United States.GM will reconsidering plans om offering the unit in North America, all this due to the market conditions, that are changing. The low-volume 2-door pickup auto had projected American sales of only 5,000 models a year. “We are having lots of discussions,” said Susan Docherty, the vice president at Buick-Pontiac-GMC, to the Automotive News. “We would be foolish if we ...
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Pontiac G5 2009 review
 For the Pontiac G5 2009 is offering more power plus better economy of fuel, this thanks to a Ecotec 2.2 liter engine delivering 155 hp plus has a 37 mpg fuel economy.The G5 model is available in the base and GT autos, all marked with clean lines, spacious, 5-passenger interior and basic rear spoiler.The G5 presented safety features last year, like side-impact head curtain air bags and General Motors’ tire pressure monitoring standard system. For ’09, passenger sensing system will be added, complementing the basic frontal dual-stage air bags.New for this ’09 G5 lineup also is the Bluetooth connectivity addition having the OnStar system ...
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Bugatti producing targa Veyron next year
 No breaking news here. As we reported a year ago, Bugatti is planning to produce open-air Veyrons. The topless supervehicles will be using a targa roof setup, giving its customers a view of the sky and this it should start slowly rolling off this production floor sometime in 2009.A former executive from Bugatti told Automotive News that this supercar maker had to do with the targa top instead of a conventional soft one "because there was no other solution which could fit with its safety cage".There will not be a storage compartment for this roof in the Veyron model– meaning open air driving will have ...
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2008 Lucerne CXL Special Edition by Buick
 Buick will raise its Lucerne 2008 lineup with two brand new models available from April at dealerships. The Lucerne Super and the Lucerne CXL Special Edition reflect the commitment of Buick for bringing a larger variety of premium products in the portfolio."Lucerne Super and Lucerne CXL Special Edition epitomize Buick’s new level of refinement and our effort to deliver the vehicles that today’s customers demand," said Jim Bunnell, the general manager at Buick-Pontiac-GMC.Buick’s Lucerne CXL Special Edition is offering either a V-6 or a V-8 engine – making that the only Lucerne unit to offer this particular choice. The V-6 3.8L equipped Lucerne CXL Special ...
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GM helps dealers to consolidate their luxury brands
 GM pushes for a network with four channel distribution — with Chevrolet and Saturn dealers standing alone and Buick, Pontiac and GMC plus Cadillac, Hummer and Saab brought together under one roof — appears as though the automaker from Detroit will help the dealers who wants to consolidate this latter — the firm`s luxury brand names.General Motors has yet to unveil how many stores will financial be helping to consolidate in one superstore, but the carmaker did confirm that helped some dealerships with this move. GM won't be forcing any stores to be consolidating, but will help where a merger is needed. As of now, ...
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The price for the 2008 Buick Lucerne Super announced
 The very much-awaited 2008 Buick Lucerne Super’s price was finnaly made public and it seems that the manufacturer’s suggestion for the entry-luxury sedan is of 39,395$ which also includes the 765$ destination freight charge. It will be available in dealer showrooms starting April. The new model features some exclusive standard contents targeting safety, performance and powertrain enhancements. The exterior was subject to a change and improvment by bringing new chrome waterfall grille, front and rear fascias, rocker panels and dual chrome exhaust tips. The interior got a leather-wrapped instrument panel; suede trim on the doors and seats; heated real walnut wood steering wheel and shifter; ...
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Buick Velite Concept`s design is inspiring current models
 Almost four years ago the Buick Velite concept was described with these words (and they apply even today): `Restrained extravagance`. The Velite, this amazing four-seat convertible has a sweeping exterior plus a globally influenced passenger area, continuing to characterize Buick cars of today.`With its classic proportions and timeless beauty, the Velite looks as fresh today as it did when it was originally introduced` said Ed Welburn, the vice president at GM Global Design. `It remains an excellent example of Buick`s design legacy`.Since its debut, four years ago, the Velite model became the design ethic symbol for Buick. This affirms its position as the international premium ...
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Buick Riviera Concept unveiled by General Motors
 General Motors unveiled the Buick Riviera concept last year at the Shanghai auto show, and will show the vehicle for the first time next week at the Detroit Auto Show in North America. Designed at the GM`s Pan Asia Technical Center, the stylish auto is yet another Buick designed by the China team for GM. The Riviera will showcase the new global design language for the Buick model, sharing similar cues in design from the Enclave SUV. The gull wing doors will probably not see production, but its porthole vents, bold fender flares and the Buick signature waterfall grille - this should make into an ...
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GM makes the XM satellite radio standard on all 2008 Buick, Saab and Hummer models
 GM will make the XM satellite radio standard on all the 2008 Buick, Saab and Hummer models. All this models will come with a three month XM subscription, whit he extension option of around $12 a month. Already on all the Cadillac models, XM satellite radio is standard. General Motors has made the XM satellite radio standard on a few other 2008 models, that includes the Chevrolet Malibu, Tahoe, Silverado, Cobalt, Impala and Corvette; Saturn Vue, Aura, Outlook and Sky; GMC Acadia, Sierra and Yukon; and the Solstice and Pontiac G5.
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Saab cars brought into the GM Mobility program
 General Motors said it has added the whole line of Saab autos to the GM Mobility program. Buyers who now purchase (or lease) any new 2007 or 2008MY Saab car and install (or reinstall) legal adaptive mobility technology can get a mix of financial assistance plus the OnStar protection and convenience. All GM names are at the moment part of this program, including Buick, Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC, Pontiac, HUMMER and Saturn.`Saab has hundreds of thousands of loyal owners – and now family caregivers, seniors, and people who have limited mobility can enjoy the safety, technology and performance that are hallmarks of Saab vehicles` said John ...
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