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Corvette Stingray via a Photo Gallery and Videos from the Detroit Show

Publicat de aleex Tuesday, January 15, 2013 0 comentarii

If our own stats are anything to go by, the new Corvette Stingray is the undisputed star of the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, so given your interest in the seventh incarnation of GM's flagship sports car, we prepared an extensive photo gallery along with videos from Chevrolet's booth. In the first clip,

Corvette chief engineer Tadge Juechter walks us around the new 'Vette and briefs us on the key highlights of the car, while we also have footage from the presentation and a short interview with GM North America president Mark Reuss, the latter courtesy of the Wall Street Journal.

There's still a lot to learn about the new Corvette Stingray, including pricing, though, from what we've heard, GM will likely keep MSRPs at similar levels to the outgoing C6 that starts from a low $50,000 for the coupe in the States.

Cadillac ELR Hybrid Coupe Packs 207HP

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When the Cadillac Converj concept was launched at the 2009 Detroit Motor Show, the consensus was unanimous: just build it! GM heard the press’ and public’s voices and, three years later, launched the production version, named ELR, at the same venue.

Having already seen the first official images, we know that the ELR is a bit different in its proportions compared to the concept; but then that’s to be expected, as the designers have to work within certain parameters set by the engineers and, in any case, the 2+2 coupe is still quite a looker.

If its styling wet our appetites, the fact that it was based on the Chevrolet Volt platform dampened things a bit. Then doubt started to creep in: is the ELR just a Volt in a nice suit?

Cadillac says that this is definitely not the case. While the ELR does indeed utilize both the FWD platform and the Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) hybrid powertrain that were introduced in the Volt, those elements have been tuned to suit the coupe’s premium character.

“The ELR is an unprecedented combination of luxury, advanced engineering and progressive design in a coupe that is both sporty and environmentally friendly”, said Cadillac global vice president Bon Ferguson. “This is a pivotal moment in Cadillac’s history.” Measuring 4,724 mm (186.0 in) in length, 1,847 mm (72.7 in) in width and 1,420 mm (55.9 in) in height, the ELR is longer, wider and shorter than the Volt and, at 2,965 mm (106.1 in), it has a slightly longer wheelbase. Its hybrid powertrain comprises of a 16.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, a naturally-aspirated 84HP 1.4-liter gasoline engine that functions as a generator and two electric motors with a combined output of 181HP. While its 207HP maximum output isn’t exactly earth-moving, Cadillac claims that the 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque, which are instantly available, is 12 percent more than the 3.6-liter V6 in the SRX crossover. The ELR will hit the 60 mph (96 km/h) mark from a standstill in “around 8 seconds” and reach a top speed 100 mph (160 km/h). It has an all-electric, zero-emissions range of 35 miles (56 km) while, when the gasoline motor kicks in, this is extended to 300 miles (480 km), so there are no worries about finding a charging station. Although the suspension layout is, by necessity, the same as the Volt’s, the wide front and rear tracks that measure 1,578 and 1,585 mm (62.1.62.4 in) respectively, the use of aluminum in the HiPer strut front suspension with hydraulic ride bushings, the CDC electronically controlled dampers and the 20-inch alloy wheels promise a more sporting drive. The Cadillac ELR will enter production in late 2013 and go on sale in the beginning of 2014. The company hasn’t announced official pricing yet, but estimates bring it close to US$60,000. Car & Driver contributing editor Csaba Csere had a chance to take a closer look at the ELR and talk to the people who created it. You can watch the very informative video, along with Cadillac’s promo clip, right after the break.

New 2014 Acura MDX Prototype

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Official photos of the new 2014 Acura MDX Prototype surfaced on the internet today, ahead of the concept's world premiere at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit later today. As is the case with many recent Acura and Honda concept's with the "Prototype" designation, the MDX is virtually production ready. Only some of the flashier elements such as the front and rear bumper trims, and the window surrounds will be toned down when it goes on sale towards the end of the year. Acura's crossover model will continue to offer seating for seven in three rows of seats with power to likely come from the brand's updated V6 delivering 310hp. There's also the possibility Acura might offer a hybrid variant using the upcoming RLX sedan's setup linking a 3.5-liter direct-injected VTEC V6 to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission and two or more electric motors, but we'll know for sure after the presentation.