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History of the Buick Automobile

By William E. Simpson

What is the history of the Buick Motor Division of the Mighty GM General Motors auto manufacturing, distribution and marketing monolith? Buick all started with an early auto tinker and inventor named Mr. David Dunbar who can be said to be the creator of the infant Model B back in 1904. This line of cars might sound unfamiliar, but they are popularly known as Buick cars today. Buick for many years has been one of the basic stable of the mighty GM General Motors Company. Buick cars it seems have a major and loyal following - even today with the onslaught of the "foreign car invasions". A lot of growth has taken place since that time. The company now prides itself in the creation of more modern and innovative autos that range from sedans to crossovers. Headquarters were first established in Flint, Michigan. This was where the first releases were manufactured. After some time, the main offices were moved to Detroit. Today, customers from countries like Israel, China and Canada patronize the brand.

Even if none of the original Model B cars continue to exist, replicas have been displayed in museums. What a shame that none of the original Buicks produced in the company's pioneering years are actually available for vintage auto buffs to admire, today. The engines in 1904 were smaller compared to the ones used in 1907. When the Model D was released, it carried the four-cylinder engine which was a technical advancement during that period. Buick revolutionized the auto industry by being the first manufacturer to produce four-wheel brakes. This was favorable in to the expansion efforts as more people became interested in what the firm had to offer.

Up until the beginning of the war, the company was successful. However, for the time being Buick was required to produce designs intended for military engines. These were used for tank destroyers and planes. In 1942, car production resumed but decades following the war throw the country into financial turmoil. Car manufacturers had to make changes in order to adapt. Huge cars, which were the main sellers of Buick, were not fuel efficient. Buyers were now looking for vehicles that could help them save on fuel cost since prices were going up.

New designs sported much smaller frames and engines. They focused on the creation of such vehicles because they tend to utilize less fuel compared to bulkier ones that were previously released. This was Buick's way of catering to the new requirements of the market. The firm also downsized in order to lessen operational expenses.

Surviving in a tough economy helped strengthen the foundation of the brand. The recession managed to wipe out many small automakers and Buick considered it a big achievement, to have surpassed that predicament with flying colors. In the 60's only more success was to be seen from Buick. Even today, these cars have a following all over the world. The Chinese have a particular liking for Buick's auto designs and features. It remains to be a popular and respectable international brand.

William E. Simpson Eagle Ridge GM Coquitlam
Vancouver Buick Car Dealer serving the BC Lower Mainland areas of Mission, Surrey and Pitt Meadows with fine Buicks Chevrolet GMC Trucks & Cars

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Buick Car 2011

Buick Car 2011

Buick Car 2011 Videos

History of the Buick Automobile

By William E. Simpson

What is the history of the Buick Motor Division of the Mighty GM General Motors auto manufacturing, distribution and marketing monolith? Buick all started with an early auto tinker and inventor named Mr. David Dunbar who can be said to be the creator of the infant Model B back in 1904. This line of cars might sound unfamiliar, but they are popularly known as Buick cars today. Buick for many years has been one of the basic stable of the mighty GM General Motors Company. Buick cars it seems have a major and loyal following - even today with the onslaught of the "foreign car invasions". A lot of growth has taken place since that time. The company now prides itself in the creation of more modern and innovative autos that range from sedans to crossovers. Headquarters were first established in Flint, Michigan. This was where the first releases were manufactured. After some time, the main offices were moved to Detroit. Today, customers from countries like Israel, China and Canada patronize the brand.

Even if none of the original Model B cars continue to exist, replicas have been displayed in museums. What a shame that none of the original Buicks produced in the company's pioneering years are actually available for vintage auto buffs to admire, today. The engines in 1904 were smaller compared to the ones used in 1907. When the Model D was released, it carried the four-cylinder engine which was a technical advancement during that period. Buick revolutionized the auto industry by being the first manufacturer to produce four-wheel brakes. This was favorable in to the expansion efforts as more people became interested in what the firm had to offer.

Up until the beginning of the war, the company was successful. However, for the time being Buick was required to produce designs intended for military engines. These were used for tank destroyers and planes. In 1942, car production resumed but decades following the war throw the country into financial turmoil. Car manufacturers had to make changes in order to adapt. Huge cars, which were the main sellers of Buick, were not fuel efficient. Buyers were now looking for vehicles that could help them save on fuel cost since prices were going up.

New designs sported much smaller frames and engines. They focused on the creation of such vehicles because they tend to utilize less fuel compared to bulkier ones that were previously released. This was Buick's way of catering to the new requirements of the market. The firm also downsized in order to lessen operational expenses.

Surviving in a tough economy helped strengthen the foundation of the brand. The recession managed to wipe out many small automakers and Buick considered it a big achievement, to have surpassed that predicament with flying colors. In the 60's only more success was to be seen from Buick. Even today, these cars have a following all over the world. The Chinese have a particular liking for Buick's auto designs and features. It remains to be a popular and respectable international brand.

William E. Simpson Eagle Ridge GM Coquitlam
Vancouver Buick Car Dealer serving the BC Lower Mainland areas of Mission, Surrey and Pitt Meadows with fine Buicks Chevrolet GMC Trucks & Cars

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=William_E._Simpson

Chevrolet to Reveal 10 New Models, Buick and GMC another 10 through 2011

Chevrolet to Reveal 10 New Models, Buick and GMC another 10 through 2011

The new General Motors announced today that it is going to launch 25 brand-new models into the market by the end of 2011 including five new entries for Cadillac, 10 for Chevy while Buick and GMC will add another 10 new models. We've already told you about Cadillac's entries here, so let's concentrate on the three other brands of the "revitalized" General Motors.

Starting with Chevrolet, the brand's most important introduction is of course the Volt plug-in hybrid that's expected to achieve triple-digit fuel economy according to a new methodology used by EPA (see here). In addition to the Volt that will arrive in US showrooms in late 2010, Chevy's relaunch will be include the Spark city car, the Cruze compact-size sedan, a replacement for the Aveo and quite possibly, the Convertible version of the Camaro.

Moving on to Buick and GMC, the Detroit automaker said that the two brands will present a total of 10 new entries through 2011.

Buick's range will be enhanced with the 2010MY Buick La Crosse as well what appears to be a rebadged version of the Saturn Vue compact crossover in 2010 followed in 2011 by a plug-in hybrid variant plus two more sedans, one based on the Opel Insignia / Buick Regal (Chinese market) and the other on the Chevy Cruze / Opel Astra Delta platform.

As for GMC, aside from the new Terrain SUV that was unveiled in New York in April, it is reported that General Motors will present a smaller crossover model.

We suspect that GM will release more details on its new model portfolio later on in the year.

GM: Volt to hit the Market as Scheduled in November 2010, One More Brand to get Plug-in Hybrid

GM: Volt to hit the Market as Scheduled in November 2010, One More Brand to get Plug-in Hybrid

Despite the looming bankruptcy and the other serious issues facing the company, General Motors' global product development chief, Tom Stephens told journalists on the sidelines of an event at the University of Michigan that the American automaker is on plan with the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. "At this point in time, I know of no reason why we can't be in production by November of 2010," Stephens said.

Stephens, who replaced Bob Lutz as GM's vice chairman of global product development on April 1st, 2009, also told reporters that the automaker has not made a decision yet on which of the remaining three brands (Cadillac, Buick and GMC) after the axing of Pontiac and the sale of Saturn and Saab would get a vehicle based on the Volt's plug-in hybrid drivetrain.

"It's best utilized in urban vehicles," said Stephens. "We have to consider what is the usage of the person buying the vehicle. For a commuter who drives 40 miles a day and takes it shopping on weekend, it's the perfect application.".

That said, we reckon that that one of the most obvious and less inexpensive options in terms of development costs would be a Buick model based on the small sedan that the company is currently working on as it uses the same Delta platform as the Volt (as well as the new Astra and Chevy Cruze).

Carscoop's spy photographers recently captured a camouflaged prototype of the Astra/Cruze/Volt-based small sedan during testing in Germany, however it's not clear if the sedan is designed only for the Chinese market or if it will also head to the States.

Via: Autonews (Sub. Req.)