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Active Safety a Common Element in Expanding Buick Brand

In addition to the redesigned Enclave luxury crossover SUV arriving this fall, Buick’s lineup will continue to expand in the coming year with two all-new models – the 250-horsepower  (187 kW) Verano Turbo luxury sedan and the versatile Encore luxury crossover. No matter the size, safety is a cornerstone of every new Buick.

Both Verano and Encore offer 10 standard air bags and body structures that consist of more than 60 percent high-strength steel. In the 2013 model year, each model also receives new active safety systems. Unlike passive safety features – such as safety belts and air bags – that are designed to protect occupants when a crash occurs, active safety systems use sounds, visual warnings and automated actions to help prevent crashes.

Later this summer, Verano will make standard a Rear Vision Camera on all models and an optional safety package that includes Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. These two technologies share a set of radar sensors hidden in the corners of the rear bumper that may help drivers avoid crashes when changing lanes or backing.

When backing, Rear Cross Traffic Alert senses cross traffic up to 65 feet away that may not be visible to the driver when backing out of a parking space or driveway. The driver is alerted with a red directional arrow displayed on the Rear Vision Camera screen and three directional beeps.

“We want to integrate our backing visual warnings onto that screen so drivers know where to look and can quickly see for themselves what’s causing the warning,” said Raymond Kiefer, General Motors Active Safety Technical Fellow. “That way, they can react quickly to what the camera, radar and ultrasonic sensors are detecting.”

Side Blind Zone Alert technology makes its way to the Verano from the larger LaCrosse luxury sedan and Enclave luxury crossover SUV. It cautions drivers when a vehicle is in a blind zone in an adjacent lane. According to sales data, it is among Buick’s most popular active safety features.

Encore, which arrives early in 2013, carries its own active safety resume and will be the first vehicle in its segment to offer the combination of Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning. Both features use a single forward-looking camera sensor that has a lower cost to consumers than competitive systems that use radar or a combination of radar and camera.

“Studies suggest that people can use changes in object size as they approach to estimate how long until they collide,” said Kiefer. “Buick’s single-camera detection system works much like a human eye, with state-of-the-art image processing equipment analyzing 10-12 scene images per second to decide if the changes in the size of a vehicle ahead suggest a crash may be just a few seconds away.”

Forward Collision Alert can be adjusted to near, medium and far timing settings.  Although an “Off” setting is also provided, the majority of owners report they keep the system active. 

At speeds above 25 mph, Forward Collision Alert gives audible and visual warnings when a collision may be imminent. Lane Departure Warning alerts drivers when they may have crossed a detected lane marker without using a turn indicator when driving at speeds over 35 mph. It, too, can be deactivated with the push of a button.

Like every current Buick, Encore will be offered with a Rear Vision Camera.

Enclave, the industry’s top-selling three-row luxury crossover, will debut this year with safety innovations of its own, including the world’s first front center air bag. Every Buick also comes standard with six months of an OnStar Directions and Connections plan, which includes Automatic Crash Response and roadside assistance.

Every 2012 Buick model is rated a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and every Buick model tested by the U.S. government’s New Car Assessment Program this year has received a Five Star Overall Vehicle Score. To discover more about how the brand designs vehicles around occupant safety, visit the Buick vehicle safety page.

Courtesy: GM News

Monday Maintenance Tip: Rotating Your Tires

What is this?

We know that all tires rotate. But we're talking about another kind of rotation -- rotating tires to different corners of the car and maybe even reversing the direction in which they turn.

Many tires are rotated front-to-back and side-to-side, but some tires are directional, which means they're only supposed to turn in one direction. They have to stay on the same side of the car. Directional tires often have arrows on the tire's sidewall to show you the direction in which they should turn.

If you're not sure which kind of tires you have, check with your mechanic.

Should I do this service when it's recommended?

You should do this service only if you can do it for $20 or less, in our opinion.

The financial benefit of rotating tires is that you'll increase the useful life of the tire. But if you pay more than about $20, you'll probably wipe out any savings you might have gained.

Instead, ask your mechanic to rotate your tires when they're already off your car for another service, such as a brake repair. That way, you won't have to pay extra -- unless your mechanic is a jerk.

Why do I have to do this?

You don't have to rotate your tires. But by rotating them, you will increase your tires' life because they'll wear more evenly.

What happens if I don't do this?

Nothing bad will happen, but you'll get fewer miles out of your tires.

Is there any maintenance required between intervals?

No.

Car Talk Tip: Don't forget Newton's Seventh Law: Tires in balance tend to stay in balance. If you're having your tires rotated, don't pay extra to have them rebalanced. You probably won't need it. Have your tires rebalanced only if you feel a shimmy or vibration.

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New 2013 GMC Terrain Denali Starts at $35,350

The new Denali edition of the 2013 GMC Terrain will start at $35,350, including shipping, when it goes on sale in the third quarter.

As is the case with other GMC products such as the Sierra, Yukon and Acadia, the Denali model will top the Terrain lineup. The current range-topper, the 2012 GMC Terrain SLT-2, is priced from $33,835, including shipping.

The basic 2013 Terrain Denali comes with front-wheel drive and a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine. All-wheel drive bumps the price to $37,100, while an optional 301-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 on either version will add $1,500, including a step up in wheel/tire size from 18 to 19 inches.

Standard safety features on the Terrain Denali include forward collision alert, lane departure warning, side blind zone and rear cross traffic alert. Among the extra-cost options are navigation, a rear cargo cover and a trailering package.

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Monday Maintenance Tip: Changing Your Oil

What is this?

An oil and filter change involves draining out the old motor oil and replacing it with fresh, new motor oil. The oil filter also gets replaced at the same time.

Should I do this service when it's recommended?

In general, yes. Changing your vehicle's oil is one of the most important things you can do to avoid bringing large bags of money to your mechanic later on.

However, there's a lot of controversy about exactly when engine oil gets old and how often it should be replaced with new oil. Because there are many factors at work -- how you drive, the condition and age of the engine, the external environment you drive in, and stop-and-go versus highway driving -- it's an inexact science. Owner's manual recommendations for oil and filter changes vary from 3,000 to 10,000 miles.

We recommend that you change your oil and filter every 5,000 miles. That's our best estimate. It may be too soon for many people and too late for a few, but for the vast majority, 5,000-mile oil changes will help your engine last to a ripe, old age.

You may want to consider changing your oil more frequently if:

• You drive like a knucklehead: jackrabbit starts, heavy acceleration or high-speed driving
• You live where the climate is extremely hot or cold
• You often drive on dirt roads
• Your engine is old and burns oil
• You frequently carry heavy loads (several mothers-in-law or other cargo)

Why do I have to do this?

Oil undergoes thermal breakdown due to high operating temperature. When this occurs, the oil becomes less effective as a lubricant. And without a good lubricant (read: expensive), parts of the engine rub together and wear each other out.

Oil also contains additives that have the ability to neutralize acids. Over time, these additives get used up and stop being effective.

Finally, oil can absorb water, dust and combustion byproducts and also hold them in suspension. Eventually, the oil gets saturated with this stuff and can't absorb any more. Then that stuff remains in the engine and can cause corrosion.

What happens if I don't do this?

Your engine won't last as long as it could. Oil serves many crucial functions, and clean oil performs those functions better than dirty oil. Oil is relatively cheap, and changing your oil every 5,000 miles is a very cheap insurance policy against major repairs down the road.

Is there any maintenance required between intervals?

Yes, you need to check the oil level every few hundred miles. With your car parked on a level surface, remove the oil dipstick, clean it on your brother's best shirt and then reinsert it. Remove it again, and check the oil level.

Ideally, it should be right at the full mark. If it's at or below the add mark, that means you're a quart low and should add a quart of oil to the crankcase. If it's in between the two marks, you can add part of a quart to bring it up to the full mark (the distance between add and full represents a quart, so use that to estimate how much of a quart you need). Be aware, however, that since oil flows slowly when it is cool, the dipstick may not immediately reflect any oil you just added. So estimate the amount of oil you need based on your first dipstick reading, and then check it again later that day or the next day to be sure you're near the full mark.

A word of caution: Be careful not to overfill your car's crankcase with oil. If you put in too much oil, the engine's crankshaft can actually come in contact with the oil. And because the crankshaft is turning at several thousand revolutions per minute, it can quickly whip your oil into a froth -- like the steamed milk that sits on the top of a cappuccino. Why is that bad? Well, the oil pump can't pump froth very well, and as a result, it can't get oil to the parts of the engine that need lubrication. The result ... a hefty boat payment to your mechanic.

If you are low on oil, you can add any grade of engine motor oil you like -- though we advise you to use the grade of oil recommended in your owner's manual.

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2013 Buick Verano Turbo Gets 250 Horsepower

Buick may be bringing a sharper focus to the still-forming new generation of "affordable luxury" cars with the addition of a 250-horsepower turbo model to the Verano lineup for 2013. Like a six-speed manual with that? Yep, that's on the menu, too. Buick says the Verano Turbo, which goes on sale in October, will snap from zero to 60 mph in 6.2 seconds and turn a quarter-mile in around 14.7 seconds. That's speedy enough to give fits to the Ford Focus ST we just drove, and the Verano Turbo's performance numbers should be the same with the optional six-speed manual (the same F40 transmission used in the Regal GS) or the standard six-speed automatic.

The new-for-2012 Verano so far has been a moderate success for General Motors' Buick division (selling on the order of 3,000-plus a month), but the 180 horsepower from the standard Verano's direct-injected 2.4-liter four-cylinder isn't overly ambitious, even for an entry-luxury car. So Buick is turning up the wick on the competition — Acura ILX, Audi A3, Lexus IS 250, maybe even VW Jetta GLI — by wedging into the compact Verano sedan the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder Buick already uses for the Regal GS.

In the coming 2013 Verano Turbo, the direct-injected 2.0-liter falls 20-hp short of the high-output version Buick uses for the Regal GS, but the Verano Turbo should have a similar power-to-weight ratio — and it's 30 horses stronger than the current Regal Turbo (although we suspect the Regal Turbo might get its output pumped for 2013 to match the Verano Turbo's 250 horses). In the Verano Turbo, the 2.0-liter is tuned for 260 pound-feet of torque at 2,000 rpm versus 295 lb-ft at 2,400 rpm for the Regal GS.

The new Verano Turbo weighs 3,550 pounds with the standard six-speed automatic transmission and 3,520 pounds with the optional six-speed manual. That gives the manual version of the Verano Turbo a power-to-weight ratio of 14.08 pounds per horsepower, barely more than the 13.74 pounds-per-horse the Regal GS carries. The Turbo will be the top-of-the-line trim level for the 2013 Verano line, with all the content of the Verano's Convenience and Leather trims — plus dual exhaust, aluminum pedal covers, a Turbo badge and the covert rear spoiler that can be installed on standard Veranos.

For 2013, all Veranos get a standard rearview camera and Buick's IntelliLink smartphone connection, a couple of new colors — Luxo Blue Metallic and an extra-cost Carbon Black Metallic — and blind-spot and cross-traffic warning for the higher-trim models.

Courtesy: Edmunds Inside Line

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Latest Comfort Features For Back Seat Passengers

Gone are the days of backseat passengers passing the time with games of I spy and bubble gum blowing contests.  

Now cars are equipped with the latest technologies and advanced features that make long-distanced treks a lot more luxurious. Some of the latest features include more leg room, which reduces the physical vibrations while taking a long tour in your favorite vehicles. Some models introduced in this year have bigger back seats which, give more space for passengers to have their own little party with their friends. According to auto experts, the majority of the mid-size sedans and larger luxury vehicles now carry these amenities.

Automakers such as Cadillac, BMW, Acura, and Lexus are now placing more importance to back seat passengers in their latest and upcoming cars. The push for next generation car design will be in providing the latest features for back seat passengers not only in the U.S. market, but also for various regions in the world.

"The latest Cadillac XTS sedans have 2 inches more rear seat legroom than the outgoing STS it replaces," executive in charge of the XTs, Jeanne Merchant said to reporters.  "Owners might drive important clients to lunch. They want to feel like they have the best seat in the house."

Courtesy: AutoWorldNews.com

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