Before today it was widely accepted that Audi would be launching an electric powered R8 at Frankfurt this week. Tomorrow, in fact.
These leaked images, which first surfaced a few hours ago, all but confirm the the rumours of the car we know will be called the e-Tron. For now, we don’t know much else, other than we won’t have long to wait for details to be confirmed by Audi.
[Source: Autocar]
One of the most exclusive Koenigsegg models, the CCXR has been revealed with a brand new biofuel 749kW and 1,060Nm engine that should boost the CCXR Trevita to new limits. The CCXR featured here is called the Trevita and it means “three whites”, which pretty much means — expect three models only.
The unique style and design was developed by Koenigsegg engineers where the body houses carbon fibre with a diamond finish. The sparkle will be similar to that of millions of silvery white diamonds when the sun shines on it. Koenigsegg calls this effect the Koenigsegg Shimmering Diamond Weave.
Koenigsegg’s new CCXR Trevita will come standard with an infotainment system, a new chrono instrument cluster and of course paddle shifts. The exteior will have a double carbon fibre wing and carbon ceramic ABS brakes.
General Motors has announced that any customer unhappy with a car is more than welcome to return it for a full refund within 60 days of purchase. The system is known as “Satisfaction Guarantee” and it will come standard with any new Chevrolet, Buick, GMC or Cadillac vehicle.
“We think if consumers give us a fair chance and look at the facts on the things that matter most to them, like design, fuel economy, warranty and safety, our vehicles are the best choices – that’s what makes an offer like this possible,” said Bob Lutz, GM vice chairman, Marketing and Communications. “The Cadillac SRX and CTS Wagon, the Buick LaCrosse, the Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain, for instance, are all outstanding new products. This new marketing effort should help us communicate these facts to consumers.”
Press Release:
Details of GM’s new Satisfaction Guarantee:
· Offer covers 2009 and 2010 Model Year Chevys, Buicks, GMCs and Cadillacs (except medium duty trucks)
· Customers (one per household) can return their vehicle between 31 and 60 days with less than 4,000
· Customers will be informed in writing before they buy the vehicle of the terms of the Satisfaction Guarantee
· Customers must take delivery by Nov. 30
· The Satisfaction Guarantee covers the vehicle purchase price and sales tax, but not other add-ons like accessories, negative equity on a trade-in or other fees; other restrictions apply
· Leased vehicles are not included
· More details are available beginning Monday, Sept. 14, online at [Chevy][Buick][Cadillac][GMC].com/guarantee
The xDrive system has been in use (at least under that moniker) for a few years now and is now as robust as any other system out there (4Motion, 4Matic, etc.). It’s transition to the 7 series is an obvious evolution from the 3, 5 and X series cars. As such, the offering will be available in both short-wheel base and of course, long-wheel base, but it will not be available in the low-end petrol and diesel models.
With a 30:70 front:rear bias, the typical RWD driving feeling will stay, while the xDrive contributes to better traction & handling in slippery conditions. The new 7 Series is showing that in areas of design, engineering and innovation that will show evolution above and beyond most other full sized luxury sedans. It’s design goes back towards the mainstream with a lack of such dramatic “flame surfaces” in the previous model and a more agressive look and stance. No doubt, this will be the best 7er we’ve seen from BMW.
The 750i xDrive will be available at the Frankfur Auto Show next year. See below for pictures of the new 7 series chassis as well as pictures of the 4wd version thrashing around some snow banks.
