3 posts tagged “2010”
General Motors has plenty of work ahead in the next several months. It seems safe to say that all GM brands have been tainted by bankruptcy and the media scrutiny of the bailout. The only true escape from the negative consumer perception is to produce new products that buyers truly want, but of course that’s easier said than done.
Although the badge may carry a stigma for some, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse is an indication that GM is starting to get it. Sure younger buyers looking for an entry premium vehicle wouldn’t consider a Buick even for a second, but the LaCrosse is truly one of the best sedans to be built by GM in a very long time.
The exterior of the 2010 LaCrosse is stunning, with graceful yet conservative lines that make the car look like as if it truly belongs in the premium segment. Best of all, consumers at Bristol CT Buick have noticed that this new Buick sedan has more subtle portholes and unnecessary design blemishes that have been so prevalent on recent Buick models.
The same classiness found on the exterior also flows into the interior. Bright and well organized, the LaCrosse’s interior is a divergence from recent GM interior designs. Some may argue that cheap materials still have crept into the cabin, but overall the interior still conveys a premium look and feel that has been absent from other so-called premium GM vehicles.
Unlike much of the competition, the 2010 Buick LaCrosse rides on a front-wheel drive platform. Performance is not the LaCrosse’s strength admits Buick dealers Washington DC, but it does provide an acceptable eight second 0-60 mph time with the base 30-liter V6 and both engine choices provide competitive fuel efficiency ratings.
Starting at just over $31,000, Car Loan Detroit says the 2010 Buick LaCrosse is certainly competitively priced. If the brand can attract younger buyers than Buick's normal clientele, the LaCrosse may be the hit that this brand needs to change its stodgy image.
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Despite continuing hardships at General Motors, the ailing automaker's sales that the all-new Chevrolet Volt plug-in electric vehicle is still on track to reach showrooms in late 2010. GM stresses that despite setbacks and financial difficulties, the automaker is pushing ahead with important new products, such as the Volt.
GM has a number of crucial vehicles in its development pipeline. These not only include the Volt, but also the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox and the Cadillac SRX. These vehicles remain crucial to GM’s success says one Ohio Chevrolet dealer as the ailing automaker hopes to continue to lure customers to dealerships. GM has had success with recent models, such as the latest Chevy Malibu and the Pontiac Solstice, both of which showed that GM was still capable of designing competitive vehicles. Unfortunately, GM is in a tough position trying to continue such momentum amid slumping sales and looming bankruptcy.
The automaker faces a June 1st deadline to restructure. If the restructuring efforts are not enough, GM may be forced into bankruptcy. Already Chrysler has fallen into bankruptcy, and New Orleans Chevrolet dealers fear that GM may be next. Despite the lofty challenges, the Volt remains on schedule.
GM and Chevy have been putting significant emphasis on the Volt at auto shows and in advertising and promotions. With its release, Cleveland Chevrolet dealers will be able to convince buyers that the automaker is on the cutting edge of fuel efficient technology. With Saturn, Pontiac, Saab, and Hummer leaving the GM umbrella, the automaker is likely to continue its emphasis on the upcoming Volt.
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Buick has long held a reputation of producing stodgy cars, even despite Tiger Woods promoting models like the Lacrosse on television commercials. But with the launch of the all-new 2010 Buick LaCrosse, perhaps Buick can truly capture the attention of premium segment car buyers.
What may convince many car buyers to consider to the new Buick LaCrosse sedan is the price says Springfield MA Buick dealers. The Buick LaCrosse starts at $27,835. The Base CX model comes standard with a powerful 3.0-liter direct inject V6 engine that produces 255 horsepower and 217 lb ft of torque and it mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
The mid range Buick LaCrosse CXL brings heated leather seating, automatic climate control, and 18 inch alloy wheels, all of which add to what Oklahoma City Buick dealers say is a more upscale product than the outgonig model. Additionally, all-wheel drive is also available for just over $32,500. The top of the line Buick LaCrosse CXS features a larger 3.6-liter V6 that produces 280 horsepower engine and 259 lb ft of torque and is mated to a six-speed transmission.
The Buick LaCrosse is available with a wide range of features that should appeal to more affluent buyers. This includes all-wheel drive, 19 inch wheels, blue booth connectivity, HID headlamps, side blind zone alert, and even a rear-seat DVD system. Buick Hartford says that best of all the styling of the new Buick is far superior to its predecessor and should help to change perceptions of the brand.
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