I Spy: The 2010 Cadillac SRX
When you want class, sophistication, style, and a long standing reputation for both quality and opulence, you are most likely going to beeline for a Cadillac. If it is not the first brand in your search, it will definitely be in the top five. Thus, you will definitely be interested to hear a bit about the 2010 Cadillac SRX.
This vehicle marks Cadillac’s bid into the sports utility vehicle market — specifically, the mid size luxury category, which is enormously competitive. It is going up against such competitors as the BMW X5, the Mercedes ML Class, and the Lexus RX350. The SRX first appeared on the market back in 2004, but it has undergone a total makeover for 2010.
This SUV is actually based on the Theta Premium Platform from GM, though highly enhanced.
By all available accounts, the Cadillac SRX promises to give its competitors a run for their money, especially in terms of power, speed, traction, durability, and style.
2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI: It’s Better Than The Bug!
Personally, I have been in love with everything Volkswagen since they came out with the VW Bus. I absolutely LOVE the bus and while I do not think that the 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI is going to be as cool as the bus, it is definitely well on its way to becoming one of the best cars in the world. This car is actually going to be seriously incredible and it is going to be a miracle under the hood as well as look incredible.
The engine is going to be a 2.0 liter turbo-charged four cylinder engine that is the same as last years, but it is all new and gives way better gas milage for those that are looking to save a bit on gas … which we all are you know. The output charge is going to be about 200HP and it is going to have a 207 lb-ft of torque.
The 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI is definitely stylish as well, well – more stylish than more hatchback cars. So watch out for the 2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI, it is the car to look for this year!
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Saleen Inc.: Disbanded
Saleen Inc. has disbanded.
The American car manufacturer was put in the market by most of its owners, the Hancock Park Associates, last fall. A company known as MJ Acquisitions purchased a part of Saleen Inc. and is presently on the market of selling their full array of operating parts for numerous trucks and cars. Everything that is bought from the MJ Acquisitions-owned operating parts of Saleen is bounded with a 12-month or 12,000 –mile warranty, if purchased on or after February 2. You may log in to www.saleen.com for more details.
Ever since Saleen Inc. has stopped all their operations, all products bought from the manufacturer are not covered with the warranty if purchased before February 2.
MJ Acquisitions had some items which are not included in their purchased Saleen products. The list includes the S5 Raptor, Saleen S7, Saleen’s paint shop or SC. Those are still owned by Saleen Inc.
Audi Q5 Coming to the US
And it’s looking so freaking awesome, as an Audi should! This is what Audi Talk says about this absolutely great Audi Q5:
“Audi Q5 sets its sticker price starting at $38,025 on the Q5 Premium, and that includes the charges on shipping. Now that is promising, plus the other breakthroughs of this all-wheel-drive crossover.
With the vital statistics of 4.63 meters long and 1.88 meters wide, the Audi Q5 gives off a sporty façade to car aficionados. It also bears 19-inch wheels which boosts the look. It also runs with the engine varieties: 2.0 TFSI, 2.0 TDI and a 3.0 TDI, though the manufacturer did not revealed yet which engine configuration will be out in the American market.”
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Las Vegas Exotic Rental Cars
One of the the coolest things about Las Vegas is the fact that it is flashy, definitely a night-life kind of town and it has some of the very best exotic cars to rent in the world! Now, you may be asking yourself why you would need a flashy, exotic rental car if you are only staying for a few nights. Well, what better way to soak up the Vegas night-life than in one of the hundreds of exotic rental cars that Las Vegas holds under their roofs. Just think about it, when you are rolling up to your beautiful hotel in an exotic rental car, people treat you differently and while you may not feel like a VIP all of the time, when you are in Vegas, sporting an exotic rental car, you will feel on top of the world!
While in Las Vegas, you need to be able to experience the city for all it is worth and that starts with your rental car. This is especially true if you happen to get yourself somehting like a Ferrari Spider or one of the other Las Vegas Exotics. Now, how many times in your life can you say that you have driven a Ferrari? Well, if you rent one in Vegas, then you can at least recall one time!
Taurus Gets a Facelift for Unveiling at Detroit
Not many but much. Designers had a tough time for and honored task of improving the Ford’s No.1 name plate, the 2010 Ford Taurus, for its unveiling during the Detroit Auto Show.
Redesigning it is like improving on Mona Lisa’s smile but designers got to do what they ought to do. The expectations for the new Taurus is very high and it is expected once again reign supreme on the market.
The Taurus is better termed as an aspirational car that is build on the highest of all auto craftsmanship standards.
The new Taurus adapts the three-bar grille famous in the European releases. The designers see it as a trend to for the next generation of Ford. The new Taurus appears to be bulkier than its older brother at first glimpse.
Chrysler granted $1.5 billion federal loan
The new arm of Chrysler Financial Services LLC will receive $1.5 billion worth of federal loan, the US Treasury Department announced.
The five-year loan from the country’s bailout funds will be used to accommodate more loans to potential vehicle buyers. The loan, which was a part of the $700 billion Congress fund to rescue financial institutions, is contracted under a flexible interest rate.
Chrysler Financial was not the sole benefactor of the funds. Automotive companies like General Motors and Chrysler LLC were also given emergency loans. GMAC Financial Services, likewise, was also given financial aid.
Chrysler received its $4 billion in federal funding last January 2. The company announced that it will use the money to pursue its current automotive operations. Chrysler Financial received funding after it suddenly backed out of business in August. The said break down in the company’s financial arm cost Chrysler LLC more than 20 percent of its expected sales.
Mitsubishi Ad on TV’s dead zone
We wonder why a Mitsubishi ad for its Lancer sedan is only allowed to be shown after 9pm in British TV. 9pm and beyond is almost like a ‘dead zone’ in television. Most people are asleep that time.
The ad, entitled “Birds and Bees,” is about a dad who drove his son with a Lancer sedan while answering his son’s question: “Where did I come from?”
One of the probable reasons why such a restriction was passed on to the ad is because of its theme—how the dad answered. Some people say it’s an old joke so people shouldn’t make a big deal out of it.