GM has revealed the replacement for the popular Chevrolet Equinox crossover recently, which is set to make its official debut at the upcoming Detroit Auto Show. Dubbed by GM as the “Swiss army knife” of cars, the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox may deliver more style, and certainly greater efficiency, over the current Equinox model.
The 2010 Chevy Equinox features engines that now have direct-injection, which feeds fuel directly into the cylinders instead of mixing it with air first. This process helps boost power and fuel efficiency. Because of these advantages, GM will be featuring direct injection on engines in 38 of its 2010 model year vehicles, including models at Cadillac Philadelphia dealers.
Efficiency has been a key component of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. Among the features that work to improve efficiency is the new electric power steering system, which GM says adds another 11 miles on each full tank of fuel, which will no doubt fuel Chevy dealers Chicago sales where efficiency is a significant concern among buyers. The windshield has also moved three inches forward at the base, helping to make the latest Equinox more aerodynamic.
Mated to the Equinox’s more fuel efficient engines is an electronically controlled six-speed transmission, which Birmingham Chevrolet expects to be yet another component that helps improve power and efficiency in the 2010 model. Drivers can also enjoy a range of other comforts such as XM Satellite Radio, a remote starting system, and of course GM’s OnStar system. The interior of the 2010 Equinox also features a sliding rear row of seats to improve legroom and also make the rear space more usable. Look for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox in dealer showrooms in the middle part of 2009, when it will compete with the likes of the Ford Escape and Mazda CX-7.
Volvo Dives into Plug-in Hybrid Technology
Volvo has been struggling amid slumping global sales, but that hasn’t stopped the automaker from diving into research and development. One such as product of its R&D efforts is a new plug-in hybrid that will be due by 2012. Volvo has committed itself to producing a high mileage diesel-electric plug-in hybrid, but it has yet to confirm its plans to sell the vehicle in the U.S.
Lexus ES Still Critical to Luxury Brand Lineup
As one Lexus’ most popular models, there will be plenty of drivers that will be happy to see a revamped Lexus ES 350 coming to showrooms later this month. While it may not be a full redesign, the updating certainly brings needed enhancements.
Euro Civic Type-R Teases U.S. Consumers
In the U.S., Honda is mostly known for producing somewhat conservative, economical cars. However, the image of Honda outside of the States is far more performance oriented. This is attributed to a range of models that can be had overseas, but remain unavailable here.
