G. David Felt

@oldshurst442 I am thinking the cars might truly be coming to an end as the Shanghai auto show, all the new releases showed were first EV, second all SUVs as cars just pretty much did not exist much. Seems the Chinese are moving in the direction of SUVs like Europe and Americas have moved. Just a few examples of the press releases and reveals this year. Nissan showcases SUVs at Auto Shanghai 2023 (nissannews.com) Nissan highlights electrification and connectivity at Auto Shanghai 2023 (nissannews.com) Lexus only showed SUVs at the show. Lexus to exhibit at Auto Shanghai 2023 | Lexus | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website They did have one minivan. World Premiere of the All-New Lexus LM | Lexus | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website Toyota showed off their new EVs all SUVs. Toyota Unveils 2 New bZ Series Models at Auto Shanghai | Corporate | Global Newsroom | Toyota Motor Corporation Official Global Website Honda showed off their SUV portfolio with a single car concept. Honda Global | April 18 , 2023 "Honda Exhibits World Premiere of “e:NP2 Prototype,” “e:NS2 Prototype” and “e:N SUV 序” at Auto Shanghai 2023" BMW showed off their all new X1 EV SUV. PRESS STREAMING (bmwgroup.com)

I will totally agree with you that the Olds Alero GLS is a good looking car.

I had the brakes done on the Escalade and at 175K miles the rear bearings were showing wear as I had that start of a bearing howl. So new bearings and boom, so nice and quiet.

It is interesting to see this next to the Tesla 3 and I now realize maybe it is more being a new EV or the color. Clearly differences in the greenhouse but overall shape is near identical between the two. To me Tesla style is so Blah now that they are forgettable and do not stand out on the road when driving unlike Kia/Hyundai or VW where you see one and it stands out from the other autos. Especially the Ford Mach-e stands out and is readily noticeable. I will grant you seeing it this way that the Tesla S is far better than I realized in this side profile comparison. I will revise my earlier statement and say that the current Tesla S is a better looking auto than the VW or Tesla 3. Sadly, having tried to put my frame into one, it fails on interior space for me.

Seems according to this story, the refreshed XT5 & 6 will go to China only. They will stay as is for 2024 model year and then both will be retired as they will be replaced by EVs. Next-Gen Cadillac XT5 Is 'Homeroomed' In China (cadillacsociety.com)

@oldshurst442 Being the upper mid-size class size, not sure what VW means by that. but it is a car and an EV at that. What do you think?

And as I have proven to you, Tesla was a very slow ramp up in EV sales. Tesla - statistics & facts | Statista VW EV Sales by Year. Volkswagen Group global electric vehicle sales | Statista By the 3rd year, VW had surpassed Tesla from 2015 to 2017 and they had been selling EVs since 2008 when they only sold 2,500 units. Yes year 2016 to 2019 was slow ramp with more compliance EVs than real EVs. Yet 2020 sales took off and 2021. Forecasts have VW surpassing Tesla by the end of 2024 in EV sales. They are ramping up faster than Tesla in 2021 was only 173,100 ahead of VW. At the rate VW is ramping up, there is a good chance they could surpass Tesla this year, but for sure I expect VW to surpass them and GM will be coming on strong as they ramp up EV production. This is an Apples to Apples comparison as both results are from the leading statistics supplier Statista. FYI - GM broke 500,000 EV sales globally in 2021 per General Motors global electric vehicle sales | Statista which we know that China is the biggest market for GM right now. Chart: General Motors' EV Sales Are Charging Up | Statista

? Where is @oldshurst442 comments on these cars since he likes Acura.

? I surprised @oldshurst442 has not commented on the car stories yet.

I do have a total lust for Greek Yogurt, it is Bomb.Com amazing.

@oldshurst442 @trinacriabob I will stick with my 3 main meat groups. My Cast Iron butter basted Ribeye. Baby Back Ribs Beef Briskett Beef Kalbi Ribs Chicken Tenders Home Made Pizza Home Made Beef Ramen Chicken Yup went past my 3 meat groups as it is dinner time and I am hungry.

Was driving and unable to snap a picture, but I saw my first Lucid in the wild and have to say that is a nice looking electric car. I also saw again on my way home from PT, an older woman driving a cherry silver base model Magnum station wagon.

Work has been stressful today, but this album has helped me.

I agree, I think it is greatly over priced, but then with only 50 being built, I suspect it will be priced way over that price, close to $100K if a dealer can get it and that makes it just stupid expense.

As an EV car it looks better than anything from Tesla, Mercedes or BMW. Has a bit of style that is either lacking, Looking at you Tesla and Mercedes or is over styled, Looking at you BMW with your massive ugly Kidney grill. I would put it on par with Hyundai / Kia / Genesis / Audi so far.

I think Buick can be a China Brand only. GMC I agree would see those sales go to Ford or RAM. I believe as I have always believed that GMC can survive as a mid-level brand. Totally agree with Cadillac moving up market.

Volkswagen ID.7 is the brands first upper mid-size electric sedan. This is their first EV with the companies' new display and operating system. The ID.7 also delivers an excellent aerodynamics with a more efficient powertrain that ensures long range operation. The ID.7 offers exceptional comfort through features such as new AC system, seat Climatronic with massage function and a panoramic sunroof with switchable smart glass. The ID.7 will launch autumn 2023 in Europe and China and North America in 2024. The superior powertrain, spacious interior and premium technologies make the ID.7 a comfortable limousine like EV for long distance travel with a battery range of up to 700 kilometers (WLTP) or 435 miles (EPA). The following was stated by the executive leadership at VW. Thomas Schäfer, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars: “With the ID.7 we are taking the next step in our electric offensive. The limousine offers a high level of comfort and long ranges. Already by 2026, we will offer the widest electric range of all manufacturers in Europe – from the entry-level model for less than 25,000 euros up to the ID.7 as the new top model within the ID. family. Our goal is to achieve an electric car share of 80 per cent in Europe by 2030. As from 2033, Volkswagen will produce only electric vehicles in Europe.” Kai Grünitz, Member of the Brand Board of Management responsible for Development: “The ID.7 sets new efficiency standards on the basis of the modular electric drive matrix (MEB). We are aiming for a range of up to 700 kilometres in accordance with WLTP. This is made possible by very good aerodynamics and by significantly increased efficiency in the areas of the powertrain and thermal management.” The ID.7 is the first MEB model with an all new, highly efficient powertrain. This powertrain produces 210 kW or 282 HP, making this the most powerful and highest torque electric motor in the VW ID family. The ID.7 has a drag coefficient of .23 made possible by the coupe style rear of the EV. The long wheelbase with short overhangs contributes to class leading interior space front and rear. VW is very excited to share the new operating and central display system with new operating system that is based on the SnapDragon Auto system. This system features the following: a 38-centimetre (15-inch) infotainment system screen the augmented reality head-up display a new air conditioning operating concept integrated on the top level of the infotainment system as well as freely assignable favorites buttons a backlit touch slider The interior will launch with two options that we know of: With the new massage seats and the electronically dimmable panoramic sunroof, the ID.7 offers equipment options that are otherwise present only in the higher classes of premium competitors. The new panoramic sunroof with smart glass can be switched between opaque and transparent settings by touch control. Like many other functions in the ID.7, the roof can also be operated by means of natural voice commands – this takes place using the new IDA voice assistant. The optional front seats are also a new development: for the first time in a Volkswagen, they optionally offer adaptive seat Climatronic – with cooling or heating as required and also a drying function. A massage function with a seal of approval from the German Campaign for Healthier Backs (AGR) is also available. The range of options is rounded off by a 700-watt sound system from Harman Kardon: 14 high-end loudspeakers, including center speaker at the front and subwoofer in the luggage compartment, provide an impressive sound experience with the new Volkswagen limousine. Enhanced best-in-class assistance systems The Travel Assist with swarm data can take over lateral and longitudinal control of the ID.7 as needed. Volkswagen developed this feature together with CARIAD, the software company of the VW Group. If desired, the ID.7 can also use Travel Assist to support assisted lane changing on the multi-lane motorway at speeds above 90 km/h or 56 mph. The driver monitors this, but the strain of driving is significantly reduced. When it comes to parking, the electric Volkswagen can independently perform assisted maneuvers in different ways. One of these is parking with memory function over a distance of up to 50 meters or 164 feet. For this, the driver either remains sitting in the ID.7 or monitors the parking procedure from outside the vehicle using the smartphone app. VW is accelerating their EV offensive committing to 10 new global models by 2026. The ID.7 is the first of these 10 new electric models that will join the ID family. Later this year, VW will introduce a compact SUV EV. The ID.7 will be produced locally in China, but production for Europe and North America will be done in Emden Germany. For more views of the all new ID.7 check our the media gallery here: View full article