02 July 2008, 10:15 AM
The 2009 Lacetti hatchback offers body kits as standard equipment in most trim levels, along with newly designed 15-inch alloy wheels, adding a more dynamic and sportier look. Rear parking assist also comes standard in the SX and Diamond models.
“The hatchback market in Korea has been growing steadily,” said Rick Labelle, GM Daewoo Vice President of Vehicle Sales, Service and Marketing. “With its exciting styling and standard amenities, we expect the 2009 Lacetti hatchback to attract m
24 June 2008, 09:43 AM
GM Daewoo Auto & Technology (GM Daewoo) launched its new premium compact SUV, the Winstorm MAXX, today.
The Winstorm MAXX is a five-seat SUV that integrates a dynamic exterior with an elegant interior. Its sporty driving characteristics set it apart from “city commuter” SUVs.Its balanced handling is sustained by a stiff steel body-frame integral structure and a responsive suspension setting.
“Since we launched our first SUV, the Winstorm, two years ago, GM Daewoo has quickly become a st
11 June 2008, 09:57 AM
General Motors, the California Environmental Protection Agency (Cal/EPA) and the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) announced today that they are joining forces to encourage drivers to follow their vehicle manufacturer's recommendations on oil changes, which for millions of GM vehicles could be much longer than the decades-old standard of 3,000 miles between changes.
This summer, General Motors will support public outreach efforts by the Cal/EPA and the CIWMB to help motorist
09 June 2008, 09:50 AM
All models of the 2009 Cadillac Escalade will be able to run on either ordinary gasoline or E85 ethanol, or any combination of the two, General Motors announced Friday.
And customers will have the fueling choice at no additional cost.
The Escalade, Escalade EXT and Escalade ESV as well as the GMC Denali, join the previously announced 2009 Chevrolet HHR, Buick Lucerne and Hummer H2 and H2 SUT as additions to GM’s industry-leading flex-fuel lineup .
“The success of E85 as an alternative f
04 June 2008, 10:18 AM
Seoul - GM Daewoo Auto & Technology (GM Daewoo) announced today that Kim Tae-wan, Managing Director for Design Operations, has been promoted to Vice President for Design, effective June 1.
Kim was appointed to his previous post in February 2007. He joined GM Daewoo in January 2006 as Director of Advanced Design.In November 2006, he was appointed Director of Exterior Design.
Before joining GM Daewoo, Kim worked at Fiat, where he participated in numerous car designs such as Cinquecento (5
02 June 2008, 09:56 AM
GM Daewoo Auto & Technology (GM Daewoo) announced today that it sold 14,239 vehicles in Korea in May.This was a record for the month and the second-highest monthly domestic sales in the company’s history.
GM Daewoo’s domestic vehicle sales in May increased 22.4 percent from 11,637 vehicles sold in May 2007 and 17.3 percent compared to April 2008 sales of 12,139 vehicles.
“The reintroduction of the Damas and Labo mini commercial vehicles played a major role in the upswing in our sal
27 April 2007, 03:25 PM
Get comfortable. There’s so much new and exciting with the 2008 Corvette that you’ll want to grab a hot drink, sidle up to your computer screen and absorb all the details.
The changes involve everything from an all-new, larger and more powerful V-8 engine to refinements in driving characteristics that solidify the Corvette’s position as the preeminent American sports car – and further the argument that it is one of the world’s best. There are also a host of exterior and interior refinements t
21 April 2007, 03:46 PM
The Buick Riviera, a stunning concept car designed to showcase Buick's new global design direction, made its global debut today at Auto Shanghai 2007.
The gullwing Riviera concept coupe was developed with global design input by the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) in China, a design and engineering joint venture between General Motors and Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC). The Riviera was introduced today by Rick Wagoner, GM Chairman and CEO, and Hu Maoyuan, SAIC Cha
04 April 2007, 03:53 PM
Buick will freshen its 2008 LaCrosse line with the new face of Buick – a front-end design inspired by the Velite convertible concept – and an elevated list of standard equipment across all LaCrosse models.
Like the recently introduced Buick Enclave luxury crossover and Super models, the 2008 LaCrosse features a more distinctive front end. The new design brings the 2008 LaCrosse sedan in line with a common Buick family appearance. The fascia, hood and chrome waterfall grille are new. The 2008
04 April 2007, 03:51 PM
Buick LaCrosse Super is distinguished from its sibling models with a new exterior appearance that is highlighted by a new waterfall grille, new hood and a new front fascia that incorporates a lower grille opening with chrome trim and chrome fog lamp bezels.
New portholes, rocker moldings, rear fascia with integrated park assist sensors, 3.5-inch-diameter dual chrome exhaust tips, rear decklid spoiler and a Super badge also make the LaCrosse Super instantly identifiable from any angle. LaCross
04 April 2007, 03:38 PM
A "funkastalgia"-themed vehicle too tough-looking to be "cute," the Groove concept is a retro-inspired vehicle with bodacious fender flares and an upright windshield. It looks much longer than it is, thanks to its short hood and long cabin. The front-drive Groove is powered by a small, efficient 1-liter diesel engine.
Three Chevrolet minicar global concepts designed to appeal to young car buyers in urban markets prove that art needn't take a back seat just because the canvas is small. Reveale
04 April 2007, 03:32 PM
Designed to evoke the mood of a speedy micro import tuner, the Beat is a front-wheel-drive, three-door hatchback concept built to be personalized, and powered by a 1.2-liter turbocharged gasoline engine mated to an automatic transmission. It's loaded with technology, including a navigation system and premium stereo.
Three Chevrolet minicar global concepts designed to appeal to young car buyers in urban markets prove that art needn't take a back seat just because the canvas is small. Revealed