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Buick loves the Beijing Motor Show, and why shouldn't it? Working with its local partner, SAIC, the brand seems to saves up so much mojo for April in Asia and shows up with stunning designs. Here are another two takes on the brand's latest sheet metal philosophy, penned by the SAIC-GM Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center and riding on GM's Ulitum platform, the Electra-L sedan and Electra-LT wagon concepts.
Of the more than 15 million cars sold in the US last year, none wore the badge of a Chinese car brand.
The 2025 Enclave is ready to attract buyers with its concept styling, powerful turbo engine, and luxurious touches inside the cabin. Super Crusie, GM’s hands-free driver assist technology, and a massive 30-inch interior touchscreen are two of the 2025 Enclave’s most noteworthy features. Described by Buick as its flagship SUV, the 2025 Enclave is the beneficiary of the brand’s “PURE” philosophy: Purity in design, Unexpected details, Refined finishes, and Exceptional executions. In terms of the design, the 2025 Enclave is longer, wider, and taller than prior model years, taking inspiration from the Wildcat EV concept. Styling updates to the grille and front and rear fascias are underscored by Buick’s signature winged lighting and checkmark-style LED headlamps. Avenir m
Back in 2018, Chevy invited me to attend the Detroit Auto Show on the company dime to get an early preview of the then-newly redesigned Silverado. The trip involved a stay at the Renaissance Center — just a quick People Mover ride from the show. I’d been visiting Detroit in January for nearly a decade, and not once had I set foot inside General Motors’ glass-sided headquarters. I was intrigued, to say the least.
While overall sales numbers are a solid indicator of an automaker’s success, another metric can show how well its new vehicles resonate with buyers on the ground. iSeeCars recently released a list of the fastest- and slowest-selling new car companies on the market, and a handful of brands appear to have some catching up to do.
Today at the 2024 Beijing Auto Show GM brand Buick displayed a couple of EV concepts which ride on the Ultium platform. The Electra-L and the Electra-LT possibly preview a new EV for China.
Buick has introduced the new GL8 Lu Zun plug-in hybrid minivan in China. It follows in the footsteps of the Century and adopts the brand’s new design language.This is a welcome change as the van has split lighting units and a “parametric grille reflecting mountains and seas.” Moving further back, we can see streamlined bodywork, flush-mounted door handles, and power sliding rear doors.More: Zeekr 009 Grand Debuts As An Ultra-Luxury Four Seat Minivan With A 43-Inch DisplayThey’re joined by stylish chrome accents and 18-inch wheels.
Buying a car can be fun and bring a lot of freedom, but things can go sideways when it comes time for repairs. Some car brands are better than others, however, and Consumer Reports recently ranked the least- and most-expensive brands for owners to repair. There are few surprises on this list, but the cheapest new car and the runner-up might come as a shock. Tesla and Buick were the cheapest new car brands to maintain and repair over 10 years, followed by Toyota, Lincoln, and Ford.