Saab To Unveil 9-1 Concept At London Show?

GM’s Swedish counterpart has been considering the possibility (and feasibility) of adding an entry-level premium model to compete against the BMW 1-Series, Audi A3, Mercedes-Benz A-Class and the recent Volvo C30, for quite a while now. Even though Saab hasn’t announced something official, Brit magazine Autocar is supporting that the Swedish carmaker will take the wraps off a prototype version of the car dubbed “9-1” at next July’s London Motor Show...

Saab Turbo X Making Its N. American Debut In Boston

The Boston International Auto Show, which opens to the press just after Thanksgiving on Nov. 27, is having the North American debut of the special edition Saab Turbo X (see details & images here), making Bostonians among the first here to get a look at it.

Inspired from the first black 900 Turbo (BTW, Saab will also showcase a recently acquired classic 1985 900 Turbo SPG in Boston), the all-wheel drive Turbo X is equipped with a 280 Hp 2.8L V6 Turbo engine. In addition to tuning of the suspension and its electronic chassis, throttle and powertrain settings, the Turbo X also features distinctive styling additions.

Saab 9-3 Facelift Official Images Leak

Come on; don’t tell us you’re surprised; it’s like an accident just waiting to happen. Apparently, like us, none of you will care about the “how’s & why’s” so lets jut get to the facts. The features a completely redesigned fascia inspired by the Aero X concept, new tail-lamps, Cadillac BLS door-handles , the first AWD version in the range fitted with a 290Hp 2.8 V6 Turbo. We’ve only got two front view pictures Estate for the time being, but stay tuned on Carscoop, cause something tells us that we’re going to have the full press pack (at least image-wise) sooner than you think.

Saab boss Victor Muller: BMW would make “wonderful partner” for chassis development

When we think of the most capable sporting chassis manufacturers in the auto industry, BMW sits near the top of the list. So it makes sense that Saab would be interested in forming a partnership with the German automaker to produce a front-wheel drive platform for the 9-2 supermini.

Saab boss Victor Muller told Reuters it was searching for a partner to provide hardware, adding that he can’t say which automaker he’d prefer to work with. Having said that, Muller added “BMW would make a wonderful partner.” And Muller would know a thing or two about partnering with the boys and girls at the Bavarian Motor Werks since the two automakers just consummated a tie-up on engine development.

At this point we don’t know for sure whether the 9-2 will ever see the light of day. But if the supermini does materialize it makes quite a bit of sense to us that a BMW chassis will accompany it’s powertrain. If we’re lucky the 9-2 will look as good as the above concept.

2011 Volkswagen Jetta Launch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

 

 

Cadillac unveils Black Diamond Edition CTS-V

General Motors has just unveiled its new take on the mighty Cadillac CTS-V called the Black Diamond Edition. Available on all iterations of the supercharged beast (sedan, coupe and wagon), the appearance package dips the company’s muscle-bound luxury fleet in new, proprietary SpectraFlair paint. The final product is achieved through a three-coat process that includes flakes of aluminum encapsulated in magnesium fluoride. The result is a paint that’s as gorgeous as it will undoubtedly prove impossible to repair.

This is not a car that’s to be left anywhere near a shopping cart.

The paint is joined by a set of Satin Graphite 19-inch wheels and yellow Brembo brake calipers outside. Slide yourself indoors and meet an interior that boasts microfiber suede Recaro seats and Midnight Sapele wood accents littered throughout the cabin. GM says that the whole package is meant to invoke images of a well-tailored tuxedo.

Prices start at $69,190 for manual transmission models and $70,490 for the automatic, including destination. Those figures mark a $4,850 bump over the standard CTS-V, and buyers can expect some fluctuation depending on whether they opt for the sedan, coupe or wagon body style. Follow the jump for the official press release and to see GM folks explain the Black Diamond Edition in a video.

Source:Autoblog

Visiting Northern Ireland is not just for history fans. The country boasts a wide range of things to do for families, couples and groups. Use Northern Ireland car hire to experience the best of the Emerald Isle.

2012 Fiat 500

Five minutes behind the wheel sometimes tells you everything you need to know about a vehicle. Of course, you figure out more as the miles pile up, but the gained nuances usually support – not refute – that first impression.

Our first five minutes behind the wheel of the 2012 Fiat 500 shouted that it was solid, substantial and sporty. The rest of the day simply demonstrated the amplitude of these characteristics, and whether the exceptionally-popular-in-Europe 500 might actually catch on with American drivers.

We think it will.

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Toyota’s unstoppable Land Cruiser turns 60

The year was 1951 and Toyota was hard at work creating a new all-terrain vehicle for military use. After much development, the Toyota BJ was the result of the Japanese automaker’s hard work, and the go-anywhere SUV quickly established itself as a capable workhorse. In fact, it was the first vehicle to be driven to Mt. Fuji’s sixth hill station, a climb rising 2,500 meters. After that feat, the Toyota BJ was applied to police fleets around the country. Sixty years and a name change later, the Toyota Land Cruiser is still running strong around the world.

The Land Cruiser name was applied to the BJ in 1954 and five million of these tough trucks have now been sold around the world. Evolving from the beloved FJ through the 20 Series and on to the 200 Series, the Land Cruiser has gained a level of luxury far removed from its distant BJ ancestor. However, it remains a capable off-road vehicle suited for tackling whatever this planet can throw at it.

Turning 60 is a big deal and Toyota has created two 60th anniversary models of the 2011 Land Cruiser, though these special edition models are currently being built for the UK only. Essentially, the anniversary Land Cruisers are fully-loaded versions of the well-to-do SUV sporting special badging and trim pieces. Follow the jump for Toyota’s official press release.

 

 

Source:Autoblog