News By Topic: Buick

GM May 2012 U.S. Sales Highest in 33 Months

Jun 1, 2012

DETROIT June 1, 2012; General Motors Co. today reported May sales of 245,256 vehicles in the United States, up 11 percent year over year and the highest monthly total since August 2009 when dealers delivered 246,479 units. GM retail sales were up 14 percent year-over-year and the retail mix was 70 percent. Fleet sales ... Continue reading

GM Makes Changes To U.S. Sales Team

May 18, 2012

DETROIT – In preparation for numerous product launches in the coming months, General Motors North America President Mark Reuss today announced the following changes for U.S. sales executives: Alan Batey, 49, is appointed to the newly created position of GM vice president, U.S. Sales and Service. He will report to ... Continue reading

GM Australia Discovers Ethanol as GM America Ignores It +VIDEO

May 8, 2012

Ironic Twist in General Motors' Strategy Could Eventually Help Enlighten American Acceptance of Ethanol By Marc J. Rauch There's an interesting development taking place at General Motor's Australian subsidiary, Holden. The Australian division is trumpeting ethanol as a viable fuel that can help Australia's economy whil ... Continue reading

Old Buicks In Tallahassee - Buick Driving Enthusiasts Spring Tour

Apr 26, 2012

By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau [#2] This story is a bit different from my usual. We’re on the road this week, beginning with a 1,080-mile drive from Michigan to Florida (17 hours flat - straight through), in an old Buick to participate in the Buick Driving Enthusiasts Spring Tour in Tallahassee. ... Continue reading

2012 Buick Verano Review By Larry Nutson

Apr 20, 2012

2012 Buick Verano by Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_3305) Buick is working hard to attract new and younger customers. The Verano went on sale in December 2011 and sales have trended upward with March 2012 having been their best month. Top Verano markets are urban, namely, New York, Phi ... Continue reading

2012 Buick Verano Review By Steve Purdy

Apr 9, 2012

2012 BUICK VERANO FWD 1SL By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau “That was then and this is now,” I can almost hear the Buick team say while distancing themselves from the dismal compact Buick Skyhawks built in the 1980s and 1990s. The earlier Buick Specials and Skylarks of the 1960s and 70s, somet ... Continue reading

Buick Unveils New Enclave at 2012 New York Auto Show +VIDEO

Apr 4, 2012

NEW YORK - April 4, 2012: Buick today introduced the new 2013 Enclave, an evolution of the industry's best-selling three-row luxury crossover. It offers new styling, new safety technologies, in-vehicle connectivity and a more refined driving experience. LED daytime running lamps and LED taillamps complement a more scul ... Continue reading

2012 Buick Verano with Leather Group - Review by Carey Russ +VIDEO

Apr 1, 2012

DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS In common with most luxury car manufacturers, Buick has had to deal with generational shifts in customer tastes and preferences. Compounding that challenge, Buick's position as the entry-luxury brand in the General Motors portfolio means that it needs to adapt to customers younger ... Continue reading

Adam Carolla Fired as Buick Verano Stars in Donald Trump's Celebrity Apprentice +VIDEO

Mar 13, 2012

March 2012 New York, NY: "You're fired!," Donald Trump's famous salutation signaled the end of the line for The Celebrity Apprentice cast members Adam Carolla and *automotive racing icon Michael Andretti *- however the star of the hit series' latest episode was the Buick Verano. *Buick GMC Director Craig Bierley,* Leo ... Continue reading

Buick Samaritan's Feet in GM Wintergarden

Mar 9, 2012

Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of Buick and GMC Marketing ‚ Emmanuel "Manny" Ohonme, Samaritan's Feet founder Details: Upcoming Buick activities at the NCAA basketball Final Four will be discussed and 300 children from a Detroit area charter school will be present to receive donated shoes and foot cleaning. The Sam ... Continue reading

2012 Buick Regal GS Ride and Review by John Heilig +VIDEO

Feb 29, 2012

THE AUTO PAGE By John Heilig The Auto Channel SPECIFICATIONS: 2012 Buick Regal GS Model: 2012 Buick Regal GS Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged I4 Horsepower/Torque: 270 hp @ 5,300 rpm/295 lb.-ft. @ 2,400 rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual Wheelbase: 107.8 in. Length/Width/Height: 190.2 x 73.1 x 58.0 in. Tires: P255/35R20 Ca ... Continue reading

GM Reports 2011 Net Income of $7.6 Billion

Feb 16, 2012

DETROIT February 16, 2012; General Motors Co. today announced 2011 calendar-year net income attributable to common stockholders of $7.6 billion, or $4.58 per fully diluted share, up from $4.7 billion, or $2.89 per fully diluted share, in 2010. Revenue increased 11 percent to $150.3 billion, compared with $135.6 billion ... Continue reading

BorgWarner Supplies 5 of Ward's "10 Best Engines 2012"

Jan 27, 2012

BorgWarner's Engine Group supplies systems and components for five engines named in Ward's "10 Best Engines 2012," including the: BMW 3.0-liter N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6 (BMW 335i coupe) Chrysler Group 3.6-liter Pentastar DOHC V-6 (Chrysler 300S/Jeep Wrangler) Ford 2.0-liter EcoBoost® DOHC I-4 (Ford Edge) Ford 5.0-lit ... Continue reading

2012 Buick Regal GS Review By Larry Nutson

Jan 25, 2012

2012 Buick Regal GS A Surprising Sports Sedan By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, Chicago Bureau The Auto Channel (IMG_2923) Just about one year ago, I drove the 2011 Buick Regal in the CXL trim and powered by the 182HP 2.4L Ecotec 4-cylinder. I liked that car a lot with much of my liking coming from its Opel designed Germa ... Continue reading

2012 Hybrid Vehicle Buyers Guide Includes Specs, Prices and Comparisons Of Hybrid Vehicles Sold In North America

Jan 20, 2012