2015 Chevrolet and GMC Pickups, SUVs to Offer Eight-Speed Transmission

July 25th, 2014 by

 Chevrolet and GMC have confirmed a new eight-speed automatic transmission will be standard on 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra and GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali models equipped with the 6.2L EcoTec3 V-8.The GM-developed Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed is approximately the same size and weight as the Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic. Its 7.0 overall gear ratio spread…

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Sorry Boys and Girls, Pontiac is not bringing back the Firebird / Trans Am

July 25th, 2014 by

 Say it ain’t so…That’s right, Pontiac is not coming back. GM has repeatedly made it clear that, despite rumors, Pontiac is not coming back, and the odds of a Firebird or Trans Am reincarnation are slim to none.  I’m sure you all have read the articles and seen the pictures of the “new” Pontiac performance…

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'Consumer Reports': Skip BMW and Benz, buy a Buick

July 22nd, 2014 by

 According to Consumer Reports, in a report published by USA Today, the Buick Regal is a better buy than a BMW 3-Series and a Mercedes 250, both of which our the Regal’s main competitors.  Not only did the new Buick Regal surpass the BMW and the BENZ, it also out-scored it’s parent companies Cadillac ATS….

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2015 GMC Canyon is a Chevy Colorado in Sierra clothing

July 14th, 2014 by

 All-New 2015 GMC Canyon Elevates Midsize Truck SegmentSegment-redefining capabilities, refinement and tech in smart-sized packageDETROIT – GMC revealed the 2015 Canyon today, an all-new midsize truck that redefines the segment and raises the bar for everything from horsepower and efficiency to quietness and refinement.When it goes on sale this year, the all-new Canyon will give…

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First Look: 2015 Chevy Colorado

July 14th, 2014 by

 Here it is: the midsize Chevrolet Colorado pickup that’s destined for US showrooms in 2014. And while you might simply assume that the truck seen here is simply an Americanized version of the global Colorado already on sale in other markets, it’s much, much more than that. The goal with the 2015 Colorado, according to…

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2015 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon order guides reveal added power

July 14th, 2014 by

 General Motors’ Fleet Order Guide system is often the canary in the coal mine for interesting changes on new models. The recent guide for the 2015 Corvette unveiled all sorts of changes that weren’t yet known about the sports car. Now, it’s time for the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon to take their bow…

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You can now order your 2015 Chevy Colorado or 2015 GMC Canyon!

July 14th, 2014 by

 Lexington KY-  General Motors just announce that Tim Short Chevy Buick GMC in Winchester Kentucky can start taking orders for the all new 2015 Chevy Colorado and 2015 GMC Canyon on July 17th, 2014. This is great news for those looking for mid-size trucks.  General Motors, Ford’s and Dodge’s absence from the mid-size truck segment…

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What does your VIN number mean.

June 26th, 2014 by

 If your car was manufactured any time since the 1981 model year, then you can be sure it has a Vehicle Identification Number somewhere on it. This 17-digit code may seem like just a jumble of numbers and letters, but it is actually a treasure trove of information. It is also essential to know if…

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Buick Grand National and GNX are back!!

June 9th, 2014 by

 After receiving overwhelming response to an article I wrote earlier about the resurrection of the Buick Grand National and GNX, I decided to do a little more digging. It looks like a wicked car and brings back a nostalgic feel of the hot rod days mixed with the modern day comfort and economy we demand….

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2015 Buick Grand National

June 8th, 2014 by

 The Buick Grand National was once prestige for anyone who was able to drive it. Dates back to 1982 and once was called the Buick Regal. 2015 Buick Grand National will appear as the sedan version and will have a platform with rear wheel drive. The interior of the vehicle is completely changed.Because the previous…

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