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- Cadillac to debut Urban Luxury Concept at the 2010 LA Auto Show
- Dodge Viper slow-motion burnout [video]
- Special edition Aston Martin Rapide Luxe unveiled
| Cadillac to debut Urban Luxury Concept at the 2010 LA Auto Show Posted: 17 Nov 2010 04:22 AM PST  It looks like the small luxury cars market is becoming more and more attractive to carmakers, because after Aston Martin confirmed production of its controversial Cygnet, Cadillac announced that the 2010 LA Auto Show will mark the debut of their Urban Luxury Concept. “While small in size, this concept is an exploration of what Cadillac could be in the future, as the brand continues to focus on redefining industry standards for advanced vehicle design and integrated technology,” said Don Butler, vice president for Cadillac marketing. Measuring 151 inches (3,8 meters) in length and with a 97.1 inch (2,4 meters) wheelbase, Cadillac is trying to prove, just like Aston Martin, that if a car’s small it doesn’t mean it can’t be spacious and luxurious. Designed in Los Angeles, the Urban Luxury Concept follows Cadillac’s current design philosophy, with bold angles and vertical front and rear lights, plus scissor-type doors. Under the bonnet, the car is powered by a prototype hybrid system that includes a 1.0-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine, engine start-stop function and brake energy regeneration, all contributing to a fuel economy of 56 mpg in the city and 65 mpg on the highway.  “It may not look like Cadillacs on the road today, but it shares the comfortable and high-tech elements that owners have come to associate with larger, traditional luxury sedans,” said Frank Saucedo, the car’s lead designer. “As more customers demand premium features even in smaller vehicles, a vehicle like the Urban Luxury Concept could be a solution.” [Source: Cadillac / Via Carscoop] Post published on Rpmgo.com   |
| Dodge Viper slow-motion burnout [video] Posted: 16 Nov 2010 07:46 AM PST Ever wondered how a burnout looks in super slow motion? Neither did we, but this video from YouTube showing a Dodge Viper doing burnouts is pretty amazing, we have to admit it. And in case you’re wondering, the music on the background is “The Ride of the Valkyries” by Richard Wagner. Enjoy! Post published on Rpmgo.com  |
| Special edition Aston Martin Rapide Luxe unveiled Posted: 16 Nov 2010 07:36 AM PST  As if the Aston Martin Rapide wasn’t exclusive enough, the British company though there is room for improvement and unveiled the Luxe special edition. The package comes us a few new exterior features, like new exclusive colors, bright finish grille and 20-inch alloy wheels and a set of new interior features including custom leather upholestry, Walnut wood trim, rear seat entertainment system and an impressive 1000W Bang & Olufsen sound system. No technical upgrades are available, which means the Rapide Luxe is powered by the same 6.0-liter V12 delivering 470 hp (350 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque, which, mated to a six-speed Touchtronic 2 transmission, takes the car from stand to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds and up to a top speed of 188 mph (303 km/h).  So far, Aston Martin didn’t say anything about pricing, but we’re guessing it ain’t gonna be pretty. [Source: Aston Martin] Post published on Rpmgo.com  |
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