GM started to produce Buick in 1963 and until 1999 it sold 1,127,261 units. And now a new concept with the same name will be presented at the Detroit Auto Show.

As you can see the design is a radical one but has some classic lines resembling older Y-Job (the first concept car in history) and Le Sabre models.

The body is mainly made of carbon fibre and with its Gullwing doors.

Buick Riviera

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The 2008 Chevrolet HHR SS is the latest example of what Chevrolet considers the new generation of SS cars — vehicles that, to quote the PR folks’ oft-repeated mantra, “go, stop and turn significantly better” than standard Chevrolet cars.

2008 Chevrolet HHR SS

Chevrolet is counting on the HHR SS to give buyers a proper re-introduction to the SS lineup.

Chevy has eliminated this problem in the HHR SS, which is great — there’s no sudden burst of power to break the wheels loose as you jet out of the corners. But turbo lag is also a cheap thrill, and to be honest, I kind of missed it. Chevy claims a 0-60 time of 6.3 seconds and a 15.8 second quarter mile, but the HHR SS doesn’t feel that fast.

Hummer is presenting is new concept, named HX.
The HX features a number of removable or changeable body panels to increase both its off-road ability and practicality.

Hummer HX

The roof panels, fastback rear glass and even the doors can all be quickly removed to create an exposed to the elements dune basher and to help with tight spots out in the wilds the flared wheelarches covering the mammoth 35-inch tall tyres can be removed with a few twists of an allen key.

The WRC constructor’s title was won by Ford, so this deserves a good celebration with a special car, which can be champion on rallies.

Ford presented a photo that wants to put in work every sporty hatchback lover’s imagination.
The American constructor is preparing the RS version for Focus, much powerful than the ST, made now.

The Focus RS debut will take place next year, and we already know few things about its engine.

It seems that the new race Ford will have a turbo propeller of 2.5 litres from Focus ST, but we expect that the maximum power to be around 280 hp, an important rise (instead of the 225 hp of ST).

To realize the Stormtrooper, the designer’s team, managed by Scott Anderson was inspired by Stormtrooper costumes, from Star Wars.

Dodge Avenger Stormtrooper

The engine is a 4 liter, V6, from the Pacifica crossover, with changed electronics and with a 6 speed automatic gear box.

The base ground is lower because of the KW suspensions. The Alcoa Forget rims have 20×9 inches and 245/35/r20 tires.

The evacuation is Borla and the brakes are realised by StopTech.

On the interior, the seats are made from alcantara, by Charger SRT8.

The American Luxury Brand comes in our attention with a new Premiere.

The Escalade SUV is the last model from Cadillac vehicles which will receive a Platinum package, characterized by unique interior finishes and not only.

Cadillac Escalade Platinum

The Special Edition Platinum will be on sale form next year’s spring and will have as a base the Escalade ESV version.
On the exterior, changes are made on LED optical blocks and 22 inch rims, and the interior will have a brand new central panel, console and interior “dressed” in manual sewn Aniline leather.
The interior luxury is increased by the wheel and the heated chair and the cold glass compartment.

Ford announced the appearing on the market of the latest edition of Focus, named ST500. This is a special model with higher performances. It cost £20,450 and it will be available only for 500 buyers.

Ford Focus ST500 is based on ST3, but with many new characteristics. All models are finished in black-metallic color and silver capot. Other features: Recaro leather seats, ST500 logos, xenon lights, rain sensors and many others.

Ford Focus ST500

It has a 5 cylinder DURATEC engine and 20 valves, which develops 220 hp at 2,100 rpm and 320 Nm at 1,600 rpm. From its first appearance, Focus ST was recognized as one of the most interesting hatchback ever produced.

Ford Verve from China…

To drop down production expenses, it is possible that the new model that will replace small Ford Fiesta, to be fabricated in China.

Ford Verve will be available in Europe, Asia and in North America.

Ford Verve

Ford Verve

Ford Verve

Ford Verve

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Dodge presented the 2008 version for one of the most commented American car: Dodge Viper. Even if Dodge Viper doesn’t have a long history, it attracts Europeans attention, because it surprises by the mode how Americans understand a sport car: immense cylinder, very big torque and amazing time for ¼ mile.

600 hp Dodge Viper SRT-10

600 hp Dodge Viper SRT-10

600 hp Dodge Viper SRT-10

The Dodge member describes the 2008 Viper model as “the ultimate American sports car”.

600 hp Dodge Viper SRT-10

600 hp Dodge Viper SRT-10

AOL, or America On Line is one of the most important internet service providers, having more than 50 million subscribers worldwide.
So it has to be more than a compliment for someone to be putted in the Top 50 All-Time Most Influential People in the Automotive Industry.
I am speaking about the CEO of Group Lotus, Mike Kimberly, who was highly rated by AOL as number 13 in the Top 50 All-Time Most Influential People in the Automotive Industry.
“The company has a clear strategic direction for the future and has returned to its
philosophical roots as a lean, focused and highly motivated cars and high technology
engineering business which, I’m sure is a key fact to Lotus featuring so highly in the AOL poll”, declared Kimberley, as a response to AOL poll.