Red Wing Chevrolet Announces 2012 Buick Lacrosse to Offer Red Wing, MN Area Residents 37 Mpg Highway Fuel Economy
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™, a new fuel-saving technology, will increase overall fuel economy by 25 percent compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain in the 2011 LaCrosse.
Minneapolis, MN, December 20, 2010 --(PR.com)-- New eAssist™ technology is standard on all 2012 models with the 2.4L ecotech engine
Today’s savvy consumers are looking for ways to save at the fuel pump without sacrificing technology and luxury features that they expect in a vehicle. With fuel prices fluctuating and anticipated to increase to nearly $3 per gallon in 2011, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse will offer Red Wing area residents a solution to increasing gasoline prices without sacrificing luxury, performance or value.
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™, a new fuel-saving technology, will increase overall fuel economy by 25 percent compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain in the 2011 LaCrosse. The eAssist technology provides class-leading highway fuel economy of 37 mpg, and becomes the standard powertrain for the LaCrosse.
“The LaCrosse has been a home run with our customers, and eAssist technology is the latest example of how this vehicle is leading the way with a new standard engine that will cost thousands of dollars less than competitors with similar technologies,” said Brad Banitt, General Manager of Red Wing Buick. “The LaCrosse is an excellent choice for customers who are looking for a luxury vehicle that offers performance, user-friendly technologies and great fuel economy.”
The system uses a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery system and electric motor-generator to enable regenerative braking capability to improve LaCrosse fuel economy. The eAssist system uses power stored in the battery to provide needed electrical boost in various driving scenarios, optimizing engine and transmission operation. An advanced 115V lithium-ion battery and latest-generation 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through:
· Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery
· Providing up to 11 kW (15 hp) of electric power assistance during acceleration
· Automatic engine shut-off when the vehicle is stopped
· Aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero vehicle speed, enabled by the torque smoothing provided by the motor-generator unit
· Intelligent charge/discharge of the high-voltage battery.
LaCrosse with eAssist includes an ECO gauge on the instrument panel that continuously responds to driving behavior, enabling the driver to drive with maximum efficiency. It also features a hill-assist system that captures brake pressure to help the driver more comfortably accelerate from a stop on a moderate or steep grade.
Red Wing Buick
2500 W. Hwy 61, Red Wing, MN 55066
About Buick
Buick is a modern luxury brand offering vehicles with sculpted designs, luxurious interiors with thoughtful personal technologies, along with responsive-yet-efficient performance. Buick is attracting new customers with its portfolio of award-winning models, including the Enclave crossover, LaCrosse sedan and Regal sport sedan. The new Buick Verano compact sedan and a small crossover will join the portfolio in the next few years. Buick’s sales continue to increase in North America, and it remains a best-selling brand in China, with continuing record growth. Learn more about Buick cars and crossovers at www.buick.com, on Twitter @buick or at www.facebook.com/buick.
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Source:
http://media.gm.com/media/us/en/vehicles/buick/regal/2011.brand_gm.html
http://media.buick.com/content/media/us/en/news/news_detail.brand_buick.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2010/Nov/10los_angeles/1115_lacrosse
Today’s savvy consumers are looking for ways to save at the fuel pump without sacrificing technology and luxury features that they expect in a vehicle. With fuel prices fluctuating and anticipated to increase to nearly $3 per gallon in 2011, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, the 2012 Buick LaCrosse will offer Red Wing area residents a solution to increasing gasoline prices without sacrificing luxury, performance or value.
The 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist™, a new fuel-saving technology, will increase overall fuel economy by 25 percent compared to the four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain in the 2011 LaCrosse. The eAssist technology provides class-leading highway fuel economy of 37 mpg, and becomes the standard powertrain for the LaCrosse.
“The LaCrosse has been a home run with our customers, and eAssist technology is the latest example of how this vehicle is leading the way with a new standard engine that will cost thousands of dollars less than competitors with similar technologies,” said Brad Banitt, General Manager of Red Wing Buick. “The LaCrosse is an excellent choice for customers who are looking for a luxury vehicle that offers performance, user-friendly technologies and great fuel economy.”
The system uses a state-of-the-art lithium-ion battery system and electric motor-generator to enable regenerative braking capability to improve LaCrosse fuel economy. The eAssist system uses power stored in the battery to provide needed electrical boost in various driving scenarios, optimizing engine and transmission operation. An advanced 115V lithium-ion battery and latest-generation 15-kW motor-generator unit help increase fuel economy through:
· Regenerative braking, which provides up to 15 kW of electricity to charge the battery
· Providing up to 11 kW (15 hp) of electric power assistance during acceleration
· Automatic engine shut-off when the vehicle is stopped
· Aggressive fuel cut-off during deceleration down to zero vehicle speed, enabled by the torque smoothing provided by the motor-generator unit
· Intelligent charge/discharge of the high-voltage battery.
LaCrosse with eAssist includes an ECO gauge on the instrument panel that continuously responds to driving behavior, enabling the driver to drive with maximum efficiency. It also features a hill-assist system that captures brake pressure to help the driver more comfortably accelerate from a stop on a moderate or steep grade.
Red Wing Buick
2500 W. Hwy 61, Red Wing, MN 55066
About Buick
Buick is a modern luxury brand offering vehicles with sculpted designs, luxurious interiors with thoughtful personal technologies, along with responsive-yet-efficient performance. Buick is attracting new customers with its portfolio of award-winning models, including the Enclave crossover, LaCrosse sedan and Regal sport sedan. The new Buick Verano compact sedan and a small crossover will join the portfolio in the next few years. Buick’s sales continue to increase in North America, and it remains a best-selling brand in China, with continuing record growth. Learn more about Buick cars and crossovers at www.buick.com, on Twitter @buick or at www.facebook.com/buick.
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Source:
http://media.gm.com/media/us/en/vehicles/buick/regal/2011.brand_gm.html
http://media.buick.com/content/media/us/en/news/news_detail.brand_buick.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2010/Nov/10los_angeles/1115_lacrosse
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