It’s always fun to check out new concept vehicles and the Buick brand is no exception. Buick provided a peek into its future design aesthetics and strategy during the world premiere of the elegantly smooth and sweeping Riviera concept vehicle which was unveiled at Auto Shanghai on April 4, 2013. The Riviera concept’s design was…
For all you fans of GMC and Buick vehicles with OnStar, this article is for you… It’s not necessarily part of an OnStar advisor’s job requirements to help bring a new baby into the world, but that’s just what one of these professionals did by coaching a pregnant woman through her labor. Other advisors have…
The world of compact sedans is one that offers a vast number of possibilities. As the craze for this type of vehicle has caught on, car manufactures have been refining their styling and packing the features into a space that is economical in very surprising ways. GM has been a significant contributor to this ideal…
As the 20th century arrived, the very first motorcars were making rare appearances on the streets of America. It was still an era primarily of horses and railroads. Yet, on May 19, 1903, the Buick Motor Company was incorporated. David Dunbar Buick was an early engine innovator that developed the overhead valve engine. In 1904,…
Chevrolet made the Grand Sport for buyers who wanted to improve the handling and acceleration of the base Corvette but didn’t need the more powerful engine or cost of the Z06. Chevy added the stiffer springs, bigger dampers, thicker anti-roll bars, and larger tires (P275/35ZR18 in front and P325/30ZR19 in back) from Z06 to the…
In 2012, Peyton Manning signed with the Denver Broncos for $93 million. But did you know he also “signed” with General Motors, to promote its stylish and luxurious compact sedan, the Buick Verano? Both deals turned out to be fortuitous for all involved, especially considering Buick’s recent line of commercials featuring Peyton Manning. Check out…
Although in the past, Buick’s vehicles have been stereotyped as cars for an older demographic, the brand has found ways to reinvent itself through the past few years, developing new models which are both sleek and sophisticated. The average age of a Buick buyer five years ago was 64. Now it’s 57. The restyled Buick…
A guy as big as former NBA superstar Shaquille O’Neal couldn’t possibly have just one nickname. In Buick’s latest ad, aptly named “Big,” Shaq smoothly boasts of his 15 larger-than-life nicknames, ranging from Big Shamrock to Big Aristotle. And a 16th nickname make be in order: Big Smoocher. In this playful commercial for the car…
The 2011 Cadillac SRX has some big shoes to fill. It’s a Cadillac so it has a certain cachet, but it has to have good quality components, adequate acceleration, plenty of room and something for the kids to watch on long drives. The 2011 Cadillac SRX lives up to its name in every aspect. The…
For players, coaches, and fans, March Madness means great games, exciting upsets, and unforgettable moments that are etched into college basketball history. For Buick, March Madness in 2013 is another opportunity to allow fans to relive those iconic moments and to team up with the Samaritan’s Feet charity to distribute shoes to needy children. Samaritan’s…
