Buick Verano is a compact with big-car hush

What if you could have a car that was a compact sedan that carried the sound and luxury of a full-size sedan? That's exactly what Buick has done with the Verano. Designed to deliver optimal MPG, adequate space, a smooth ride, and plenty of horsepower just like a full-sized sedan, packed into a compact. USAToday writes: Can a small Buick feel and sound like a big one? And if it did, would you want to buy one? Drive On came away impressed on all counts earlier this month with the new Buick Verano, a compact sedan that is able to retain the brand's reputation for comfort and whisper quietness in the cabin. At the same time, Verano manages to avoid...

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2012 GMC Terrain

The GMC Terrain's bold look and segment-leading fuel efficiency continue to appeal to buyers who want the capability and flexibility of a SUV in an efficient package. The 2012 Terrain is offered in front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive models, in SLE and SLT trim levels. Terrain's Ecotec 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with continuously variable valve timing and direct injection technology achieves segment-best EPA-estimated highway fuel economy of 32 mpg for front-wheel-drive models. For 2012, the engine adds available E85 FlexFuel capability. Customers can choose a 3.0-liter V-6 engine (also FlexFuel-capable) that achieves an EPA-estimated 24...

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Buick Going Green

Buick is making strides to becoming more green. Looking for a luxury car that gets better mileage than a standard fuel car, but doesn't have the price-tag of a true hybrid? The Buick Regal may be the right choice for you! The new eAssist Regal has a sticker price of only around $34k, and it replaces your cars alternator with a liquid-cooled 15kW motor that generates up to 15 HP or 79 lb-ft of torque For more details on the eAssist Regal, click he...

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Buick App Simulates Fuel Efficient Driving

Buick is making leaps and bounds at going more green with the new Regal and LeCrosse thanks to an improved hybrid drivetrain. Autoblog.com writes: Remember the car-racing video games you played as a kid? Think of this as the opposite. General Motors is looking to raise consumer awareness of the hybrid drivetrains on its Buick LaCrosse andRegal by offering three Buick-branded smartphone application games that reward players for "driving" in a more fuel-efficient manner. GM's free Buick eAssist Fuel Efficiency games, which are available for both iPhone and Android phone users, challenge the players to drive their Buicks to...

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