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  1. Next gen Antara. I read Opel wants it on their platform. (So They can Build it) http://www.autonews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20110226/ANE/110229886/1193
  2. came across this this morning. Holden Design is penning one of three new aspirational models to debut under Opel badges in Europe
  3. Hmm Nesbit just got shifted to Shanghai. http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/0D10D210B78114E9CA25789C0016C5AE Not a huge Nesbit fan.
  4. I like the Regal, and I would even add the Wagon to Buick. But to me it doesn't have the Fine details Lacrosse and Enclave have. The Regal design has much more in common with Saturns. I also think GME has there own thing going on. While Buick is central to GMAP. I am a huge fan of The Lacrosse design. And the 2 main designers Justin Thompson, and Richard Duff are with GMAP now. Duff With Patac,and Thompson back at Holden. And Gmap has done some really nice Buick concepts. The IMO Gorgeous Riv concept GMAP also has Both RWD/AWD and FWD/AWD platforms to build on. Either with an on demand AWD option would work. Where do you think would produce a Better, more truly Buick design GM AsiaPacific or GMEurope?
  5. I looked up Robert Melville he is senior designer at Mclaren now. Melville did both sketches.
  6. Beyond the aluminum, I expect as much as possible will be shared with the new EPII, and Delta platforms. Everything that isn't rear drive specific. From wiper motors,to brakes,switches...... The VF Commodore should have as many parts as possible shared with EPII and Delta II (?) That would lower the vehicle cost, I think.
  7. I do like both designs in this thread (I think they are different). I like the B pillar door handle. As for platform I think gm has everything they need in EPII (112 in wb) for a grand Touring 2+2 coupe, and convert. Riviera and Velite. They have the Platform, powertrain (w/Haldex awd),Global brand and design talent to make it happen.
  8. I quite like that little detail on the hood. The c pillar and the shape of the rear window. Hopefully the Riv is a standout design. More then just a 2 door regal.
  9. Ghost Dog

    Buick Velite

    [img]http://www.carzwallz.com/images/cars/thumbnails/Buick_Velite_Concept_03.jpg[/img] [size="4"][b]I think the time is right for the Riv and Velite to be built. Velite should be a sister to the Riv. Build Both on the 112 wb EPII, with optional AWD. I would like to see a targa look, with GM europes softop mechanism. Like on the Saab 9x air concept [/b][/size]. [img]http://itwildcats.net/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/saab-9x-air-141.jpg[/img] [img]http://cdn-www.rsportscars.com/images/saab/saab-9x-air-e85-hybrid-concept/saab-9x-air-concept-profile-blue-skies_w800.jpg[/img]
  10. I love the curves,the roofline,the beltline, the reardeck. I really think this should be the size and body of the Riv if it's built. Has anyone chopped a production version? headlamps,side mirrors...
  11. 2 spy shots, and a photochop http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/263338/astra_suv_takes_its_first_steps.html
  12. 2 spy shots, and a photochop Astra based crossover. http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/263338/astra_suv_takes_its_first_steps.html
  13. It's not my cup of tea, but I think Holden would still like to Build the coupe 60. I could see it with Holden's Buick Fascia. It's really a ready to build car, that's been on hold. http://concept.holdencampaign.com.au/ I think the unconfirmed Insignia Coupe would likely be a better fit. GTC Concept With Saab out of the Fold, Thoughts on the Insignia Sport Tourer?
  14. Is there a place for Future Global niche Vehicles at Buick? With the addition of the Insignia, and a future Theta (Centieme?) Buick looks to have strong lineup coming. My question what potential is there for niche vehicles? (Likely small volume imports) An Insignia sports tourer based Electra? An insignia coupe?
  15. The Car on the end looks like it is the Insignia. Regal would be a poor choice of name. It's to old school. Every other vehicle in the Lineup is new school. I wouldn't object to bringing back the Reatta model name though.
  16. The Saab Bio Power Hybrid(Both Versions), And The Astra Hybrid showed the Vision Needed. I Think raising cafe is okay. But I would like a DOE/EPA run Fund to Bring advanced Technologies to market. An Automaker would go to the Fund Board present a case for an advanced Technologie. The Board would examine the Merits, and either approve or reject a grant. Its a Win Win. Creates jobs,Brings advanced technologie to market, lowers Fuel consumption,and Guides Automakers in a positive direction. However since the People would be funding a Large chunk. Markups should by law be minimal. All said Technologies would have to be built and sold here.
  17. GM has been on record trashing the Hydraulic hybrid system as "Noisey" and "Prone To Leaks".
  18. Holy crap! They don't have the resources to keep changing course. Not just platforms, it effects powertrains. Lutz has had a bad attitude about Fuel Economy for awhile. I still remember reading his off the Cuff remark in 04. " If you want better fuel economy, make gas 3 dollars a Gallon." After gearing everything towards muscle, turning it around will be a 2 year disadvantage.
  19. Foriegn wage levels are only relevant as long as we import. If we stop Importation foriegn wage levels are irrelevant.As all goods would be produced here. It could be done it just takes the will.
  20. http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial/20061212/1045947.asp Seems like a one sided deal.If Tonawanda doesn't get the engine line are the tax breaks null and void?
  21. Sooo out of Curiosity. Does anyone know The Hourly Wage,Healthcare coverage, And Retirement/401k numbers for U.S. Toyota and Honda plants? Nissan,Hyundai,Mercedes?
  22. I would like to see Tonawanda get those engines. They will be a hit.
  23. http://www.buffalonews.com/editorial/20061122/1042286.asp
  24. Well there is'nt going to be any pension or major healthcare relief from the unions.Any healthcare relief will have to come from government intervention. The HMO's are Collusive and out of control. In my mind they have lost the right to set thier own rates. Pharm companies are out of control as well. Oh no free trade there. Bush in his worship of Friedmanism made organizing the Japanese and Korean plants impossible. One of 2 things is coming Rescinding free trade and Tariffs. Or a 25 to 35% percent devalueing of the Dollar. The "New Domestics" Will have to Increase thier Prices. Increase U.S. parts content. Or take smaller profits. And Toyota may be preparing for just such an eventuality. Toyota may be better prepared for an end to Free trade then GM,Ford,and Daimler Chrysler. America is waking up and the Backlash against Friedmans "Free Market" Economics is going to be huge. Systematically Everying Roosevelt accomplished has been attacked. From Labor, to Social Security,To even the SEC. Pensions and Social security are contrary to Friedman economics.Even a minimum wage is contrary to Friedman economics. Any Sort of Government Control even for the good of the people is contrary to Freidman economics. Friedmans "Free Market" economics are sociopathic. There is a change coming. It will be radical. Big Oil, Pharms,and HMO's will payback. Free trade will Die. The Top 1% will pay a lot more in taxes. Labor will be reinforced. Bancruptcy law will be changed to protect pensions. The Big 3 need to get on board and support National Healthcare. They need to stop dreaming about pension relief. They need to plan for an end to free trade. Outsourcing is cutting there own throat. They have lived on the 25% truck tariff. There will be no sympathy when free trade ends and the Factories are over the borders. Sorry bout the Rant. But ....
  25. You should see the prices for some medical products. Little plastic tubing connectors from Alaris. Made in Mexico and costing $50.00 each. A case of twenty over a thousand Dollars. We wont even get into the cost of Sutures. Vacutainers, I.V. solutions... It's unbelievable. I was Toying with the Idea of Combining Social Security,andMedicare into a single entity. " Social Security-Health and Medicine " Provide Single Payer National Healthcare, and open access to International and Generic Drugs To retirees. (And Disabled) With the combining of Social Security and Medicare. Rewriting the Tax to pay for it could be done in a way not to be a greater burden to The Average American. Removing Retiree Healthcare from Corporate America. And Local Governments Then for the Average American HMO profit limits would be nice.
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