Drew Dowdell

Could be a hint of what to expect in the ATS-V, but if it is to be 3.6L it has to be a heavily reworked block. There's a reason GM turbocharged the 2.8L version and not the 3.2L or the 3.6L versions of the HF V6. EDIT - But since there was a 2.8L installed on a 9-3 and doing 400hp (that car was once photographed at the Trollhättan parking lot), maybe the 3.0L can approach these numbers with ease. I'd want dwight's opinion on that.

I'm betting they'll test out how the Cruze does with a diesel first before coming to a decision. Cruze is their best selling car right now, that's where to test it.

I still think a Cruze diesel is in the picture for us eventually. The only sad part is having to buy an automatic for Albert.

Absolutely. They are probably going to build one for the EU anyway.

Gah! The Tacoma was at least mildly attractive in the last iteration. Now it looks like it has a thyroid condition! I wonder if I can order one with "folding frame delete"

Don't at all judge an electric by it's top horsepower number. First SMK, the horsepower number you quoted for the Volt is when the car is set to standard Eco mode. Switch it to sport and you've got yourself 220hp. Second, no ICE of equal horsepower out there can beat the torque curve of an electric. As far as off the line performance is concerned, electrics have max torque at zero RPM. At a standstill, it is the torque that gets you going. So even if the ELR comes out with a 220hp default version of the Volt drive train, some gearing tweaks will make it a very competent performer around town and up to max U.S. speeds.

I don't think you will regret your choice Ocn.... and you will be even more well protected in case of another accident.

One thing that bugs me... Why wouldn't they call it the ELC? 1. It's a coupe 2. It more evokes the thought of electricity.

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The rumor is wrong. The ELR will specifically undercut the Tesla S by a few thousand. Meaning the ELR will probably base just above the Volt's current top end (remember there are Volt price cuts coming)

Currently my favorite GM built ride! Congrats! I huge upgrade over a G6.

$36 here for the Toronado

There was both. There was a 4.5 V8 Diesel for trucks and a 2.9 V6 Diesel for cars. The 2009 CTS was supposed to get it for European launch

I suppose it really depends on how important a bit of history it is.

and what did you think of the Cruze?

The Ciel is new and never before seen. I've seen the Converg in person at least twice now.

Delta was what the Cobalt SS was built on. It kept up with high end BMWs on the 'Ring. The Insignia was indeed designed for the autobahn... like... specifically.

First Official Photos of the 2012 Ferrari 458 Spider August 19th 2011 - Drew Dowdell - CheersandGears.com While there have been a few illustrations floating around out there, the first official photos of the 2012 Ferrari 458 Spider showed up in our inbox today. Set to debut in September's Frankfurt Auto Show, the 458 Spider will share the same mechanicals as its coupe counterpart packing the same 570 horsepower and 400 lb-ft 4.5 liter V8. The retractable hard top and extra chassis strengthening will add weight and likely lower the overall performance compared to its coupe sibling. European deliveries begin in September 2011 with U.S. deliveries starting in early 2012. 2012 Ferrari 458 Spider Official Photos