GM confirmed last month that it will offer a new direct-injected Ecotec 2.4L 4-cylinder engine in the 2010 Buick LaCrosse sedan. Alongside the two V6 options, the Ecotec 4-cylinder will allow the driver to average an estimated fuel-economy of 20/30 mpg (city/highway).

According to WardsAuto, GM has promised a front-wheel-drive hybrid version of the 2010 LaCrosse for its Oshawa, ON, Canada, assembly plant. Plans were supposedly revealed in the latest Canadian Auto Workers contract.

“We are always working on future applications for our hybrids,” he said. “The exact introduction plans (will) be announced later by Buick marketing,”  said James Frederico, GM’s global vehicle line executive. ”There is a future for alternative propulsion in our midsize vehicles, we’re just not at the point to share any details.”

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

- By: Omar Rana

Source: WardsAuto

GM announced today that its new direct-injected Ecotec 2.4L 4-cylinder engine will join the 2010 Buick LaCrosse sedan lineup alongside the two V6 options. The new engine option is expected to deliver a fuel-economy of 20/30 mpg (city/highway).

The engine, which will be available on the 2010 LaCrosse CX, will produce a total of 182-hp with a maximum torque of 172 lb-ft.

Buick said it expects 25 percent of customers to opt for the 2.4L model.

The base 2010 LaCrosse CX model with standard equipment and a 3.0L direct-injected V6 engine will start at $27,835. Pricing for the 2.4L 4-cylinder model will be announced closer to launch date.

Click through for the press release.

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

Press Release:

Buick To Add Fuel Efficient Ecotec 2.4L Four-Cylinder Engine To All-New 2010 Lacrosse

New Engine Joins Two V-6s for an All-Direct Injection Lineup

DETROIT – A fuel-efficient, direct injected Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder engine will be the third engine offered in the 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan. Backed by a fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission, the new powertrain combination is expected to deliver fuel economy of 30 mpg highway and 20 mpg city*- making LaCrosse one of the most fuel-efficient cars in its segment.

“Buick LaCrosse customers will have the fuel-efficient option of the Ecotec 2.4L direct injection engine, a four-cylinder that is not available by key competitors, such as the Lincoln MKZ and Acura TL,” said Susan Docherty, Buick-Pontiac-GMC vice president. “Features such as a rear-seat entertainment system and remote starting are other technologies that are segment exclusives, contributing to LaCrosse’s balanced package of design, performance and intelligent technology.”

The Ecotec 2.4L four-cylinder joins the lineup later this year as the standard engine in the LaCrosse CX. Direct injection technology helps it deliver 182 horsepower (136 kW) and 172 lb-ft. of torque (233 Nm). Buick expects about 25 percent of customers will opt for 2.4L-equipped models.

The 2.4L’s injection of fuel directly into the combustion chamber enables a higher compression ratio to increase efficiency and horsepower. That means more power is made with less fuel and lower emissions. In fact, cold-start emissions are reduced by up to 25 percent with direct injection. Engineers tuned the Ecotec 2.4L engine to deliver greater torque at lower rpm and build it smoothly toward its peak at 4,900 rpm, giving the Buick LaCrosse excellent performance in all driving conditions.

“Direct injection is a key component of GM’s ongoing strategy to use advanced propulsion technology to help us deliver more fuel-efficient cars today and in the future,” said Tom Stephens, vice chairman, Global Product Development. “GM is using multiple technology pathways to achieve increased efficiency and to diversify energy sources – and we’re applying them where they make the most sense for customers when it comes to efficiency, performance and cost.”

Every engine in the LaCrosse lineup is direct injected and matched with a fuel-saving six speed automatic transmission. Along with the Ecotec 2.4L, a new, direct injected 3.0L V-6 is offered and a larger-displacement, more powerful 3.6L V-6 is standard on the LaCrosse CXS model.

Quiet, low-maintenance performance

As with the 3.0L and 3.6L V-6 engines, the Ecotec 2.4L is designed to deliver exceptional quietness with low maintenance requirements and minimal environmental impact – including 100,000-mile service life ratings for the spark plugs and accessory drive belt. It is also equipped with GM’s Oil Life system, which uses a sophisticated algorithm to determine when it’s time for an oil change. The system calculates the oil life based on a variety of closely monitored variables, such as engine speed, temperature, load and others, allowing fewer oil changes over the life of the vehicle for a significantly reduced amount of used oil that must be recycled.

LaCrosse and Buick’s renaissance

The 2010 Buick LaCrosse luxury sedan is the newest example of the globally influenced product renaissance at Buick. It offers all-wheel drive, a suite of advanced intelligent personal technologies and safety features, and great styling that blends heritage cues with modern design.

“The new LaCrosse builds on the success of Enclave as the next step in Buick’s renaissance,” said Docherty. “It will attract a whole new type of buyer to our dealerships, as Buick strengthens its position as one of GM’s core brands.”

General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world’s largest automakers, was founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 235,000 people in every major region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. In 2008, GM sold 8.35 million cars and trucks globally under the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada, Russia and Germany. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services. More information on GM can be found at www.gm.com.

*EPA certification pending.

- By: Omar Rana

GM has unveiled a new tagline in its new round of commercials for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse.

“Take a look at me now” says Buick in the 30-second Buick spot to “tease” the new LaCrosse sedan.

Do you agree? Let us know what you think in the comments section below and check out the video of the commercials after the jump.

- By: The Daily Auto Editor

You know the routine by now. It’s time to bring together some of the random things we’ve been reading on our laptops.

2009 Lancia Delta had us ‘wowed’ in Angeles and Demons: Yes, I know that Angeles and Demons has been out for a while now, but I went to see it this past weekend with some family members. When the 2009 Lancia Delta made its debut onscreen, I was totally impressed by the car. I had family members turning to me going “What car is that?” – like I’m a database for cars or something. Nonetheless, it’s pretty damn good looking. Just another product we’d like to see in the U.S. from Fiat.

2009 Lancia Delta:

GM to launch Buick campaign to promote new models: Buick is going to be one of the four core brands of the ‘New GM’ when its comes out of bankruptcy. The automaker is now putting together a new major brand reintroduction campaign scheduled to start on Sunday with TV commercials, print and online ads. There is a sneak peak on the Buick Web site for now. – NYTimes

Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger coming to NASCAR: Pony cars coming to NASCAR. According to Fox Sports, the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger will be submitted to the NASCAR Rule Book for approval later this month. – Fox Sports (via KickingTires)

- By: Omar Rana

Even though the ‘New GM’ will be forced to focus on producing fuel-efficient vehicles, it won’t abandon efforts to give its Corvette enthusiasts the much loved rear-wheel-drive, V8 power they have come to love.

“My wonderful baby is my 2005 Corvette coupe,” CEO Fritz Henderson said in his first online chat after filing GM’s Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing. “We have more in store for the future and this iconic brand will retain its powerful place within the new GM.”

Nonetheless, GM’s plans to offer fuel-efficient vehicles puts some hope back into the future of American cars competing with Toyotas and Hondas. Henderson confirmed that a 4-cylinder turbo for the new 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be offered shortly after the start of production.

The 2010 Buick LaCrosse (which is the third most anticipated future GM vehicle according to you guys), will go on sale later this summer with a 255-hp 3.0L V6 and an optional 280-hp 3.6L V6. Henderson said that GM has plans to introduce a “performance 4-cylinder Ecotec” shortly after the 2010 LaCrosse enters production.

The Buick Invicta concept, which is the basis for the new LaCrosse, was powered by Buick”s first direct-injection turbocharged 4-cylinder engine that makes 250-hp and 220 lb-ft of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

That 4-cylinder turbo is expected to compete with Ford’s line of EcoBoost V6 engines, which are offered as V8 alternatives. GM’s 1.4L turbo 4-cylinder salted for the 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is expected to be pillar of GM’s fuel-economy plans.

As for the 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP (which I’m driving this week), Henderson simply said that the model will not live on as a Chevrolet or as an entry-level Cadillac. There is no room for the car in the Buick lineup as well.

- By: Omar Rana

Source: Motor Trend

GM announced earlier this morning that it is key vehicle launch for 2009 and 2010 are on track. While eight brands may have sounded like a good idea at one time, GM will now focus on four core brands including Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC and Buick.

Those four brands will be responsible for the launch of eight new models starting this summer and through the end of 2010. If somewhere in your heart you still have love for GM products (and we’re not ashamed to say that we do), we’re wondering which of the new eight model you’re looking forward to the most.

The list includes the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, 2010 Cadillac SRX, 2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, 2011 Chevrolet Volt and the 2010 GMC Terrain.

Have your say by casting your vote in the poll below.

Follow the jump to see the high-res image gallery of each model.

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro:

2010 Chevrolet Cruze:

2010 Chevrolet Equinox:

2010 Chevrolet Volt:

2010 Cadillac SRX:

2010 Cadillac Sport Wagon:

2010 GMC Terrain:

- By: Kap Shah

GM announced the pricing info for the 2010 Buick Allure, a version of the LaCrosse for Canada. Pricing starts at $32,745 for the 2010 Allure CX FWD. The Allure CXL FWD starts at $34,745 while the CXL AWD and starts at $38,245.

Power for the starting 2010 Buick Allure lineup comes from a 3.0L direct-injected V6 making 255-hp with a peak torque of 217 lb-ft mated to a 6-speed automatic.

The 2010 Buick Allure CXS is starts at $40,745 and is powered by a 3.6L direct-injected V6 making 280-hp and a maximum torque of 259 lb-ft. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic.

Sales of the 2010 Buick Allure start later this summer.

2010 Buick Allure:

Press Release:

All-new 2010 Allure joins Buick’s line of quality-leading vehicles

Impressive style, safety, efficiency and refinement starting at under $33,000

Oshawa, Ontario (April 29, 2009) – General Motors today announced pricing for the all-new 2010 Buick Allure luxury sedan, which starts at an MSRP of $32,745 and arrives in showrooms this summer. Available in front and all-wheel-drive, the Allure is powered by a choice of two fuel-saving direct injection V-6 engines paired with six-speed transmissions and delivers precise suspension tuning for driving control and comfort unlike any Buick before it. The luxurious cabin offers a wide array of digital connectivity, safety and personal technologies in a library-quiet environment.

“Just like the Enclave set a new benchmark for luxury crossovers, the 2010 Allure aims to take the Buick transformation to the next level in the family sedan market,” said Marc Comeau, vice president of sales, service and marketing for GM of Canada. “When customers see the Allure’s impressive refinement and array of standard and optional features, they will be pleasantly impressed to learn just how much they can get for their money with Buick.”

Further demonstrating Buick’s ongoing commitment to quality, J.D. Power and Associates recently announced that Buick tied for the highest quality ranking in vehicle dependability for three-year old models. The Buick Allure was also ranked first in the midsize car segment, beating the Toyota Camry, while the Buick Lucerne came in second in the large car segment.

Pricing and details for the 2010 Allure:

* $32,745 for CX FWD: Standard equipment includes six standard air bags, including roof-mounted head curtain side air bags, premium cloth seats and 17-inch wheels, plus a new, technologically advanced 3.0L direct injection (DI) V-6 engine. Generating 255 horsepower and 217 lb.-ft. of torque, the engine’s DI technology delivers excellent performance and fuel economy, which is improved further by the standard six-speed automatic transmission.

* $34,745 for CXL FWD: Building on the CX model’s equipment, it adds, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED turn indicators and puddle lamps, remote vehicle start, 17-inch alloy wheels and optional heated leather seats

* $38,245 for CXL AWD: Adds, 18″ alloy wheels and includes a fully automatic, intelligent all-wheel-drive system that works in tandem with the anti-lock braking system and StabiliTrak electronic stability control system to deliver sure-footed traction in almost all driving conditions

* $40,745 for CXS: Equipment includes a 3.6L direct injection V-6; perforated, leather heated and cooled seats, and chrome-plated 18-inch wheels (19-inch wheels are optional). The 3.6L engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and generates 280 horsepower and 259 lb.-ft. of torque.

In addition to the generous standard equipment on all models, the 2010 Allure offers a wide range of advanced optional features including:

* High-intensity discharge headlamps with adaptive forward lighting
* Side Blind Zone Alert
* Bluetooth phone connectivity
* Rear-seat DVD entertainment system

- By: Kap Shah

General Motors has announced pricing details for its 2010 Buick LaCrosse sedan. Starting $27,835, the 2010 LaCrosse CX model will come with standard equipment and a 3.0L direct-injected V6 engine that produces 255-hp and 217 lb-ft of torque. It will be mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

The $30,395 CXL FWD model builds on the CX and adds leather-heated seats, dual-zone climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED indicators and 18-inch alloy wheels. Moving up a notch is the $32,570 CXL AWD which offers everything that the CXL FWD model does but comes with an all-wheel-drive system with anti-lock braking and StabilliTrak stability control.

Toping the range off is the $33,765 2010 Buick LaCrosse CXS. Power comes from 3.6L V6 engine making 280-hp and 259 lb-ft of torque mated to 6-speed automatic. Equipment includes heated and cooled seats and chrome-plated 18-inch wheels (19-inch wheels are optional).

Follow the jump for a list of the optional and standard features.

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

A roster of standard and available features includes:

- European-designed chassis and suspension systems that deliver a confident driving experience

- Real-time damping suspension system

- High-intensity discharge headlamps with adaptive forward lighting

- Side Blind Zone Alert

- Bluetooth phone connectivity

- Rear-seat DVD entertainment system

- Six standard air bags, including roof-mounted head curtain side air bags

- By: Omar Rana

Just last night GM released the details and images on the 2010 Buick LaCrosse. We now have a video of the 2010 LaCrosse in action and one of the Buick team giving us their take on the new mid-sized sedan.

The new Buick LaCrosse will be unveiled next week at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show with sales to begin in the later part of summer. It will be available in three different trim-levels including CX, CXL and CXS. Buyers will have two engine options to choose from including a 255-hp 3.0L V6 and a 280-hp 3.0L V6. Both will be mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Click through for the videos.

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

2010 Buick LaCrosse in Action:

2010 Buick LaCrosse Unveiling:

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

• “¢  2010 LaCrosse gives the Lincoln MKZ something to worry about.
• “¢  Available with two V6 direct-injection engines.
• “¢  Mated to Hydra-Matic 6T70 6-speed automatic.
• “¢  Available in front wheel or all-wheel-drive.

GM has released the details and images of the 2010 Buick LaCrosse prior to its world debut at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. As you can see from the pictures the car stays true to the Buick Invicta concept car introduced at the 2008 Beijing Auto Show.

Besides the new exterior that defines Buick’s new modern global design, the 2010 LaCrosse features a luxurious two-tone interior that is crafted from premium materials and highlighted with a cool blue ambient lighting. Buick’s signature QuietTuning reduces interior noise providing a comfortable and quiet interior for the passegners while they enjoy a variety of personal technologies. The technologies include a in-dash navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, AUX audio input and a USB port. Rear-seat passengers can get a DVD entertainments system with 2-display screens integrated into the seatbacks. Other technologies include a head-up display, Side Blind Zone alert and a rear-view camera.

Click through for more details and the high-res image gallery.

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

The 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be available in three different trim-levels including CX, CXL and CXS:

CX ““ equipped with a new 3.0L direct injection V6, premium cloth seats and 17-inch wheels. The 3.0L engine generates an estimated 255 horsepower and 211 lb-ft of torque and is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission.
CXL ““ also equipped with the new 3.0L direct injection V6, adds leather-appointed heated seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, fog lamps, outside rearview mirror with LED turn indicators and puddle lamps, and 18-inch wheels. Intelligent AWD is available.
CXS ““ equipped with a 3.6L direct injection V-6; real-time active-dampening suspension; perforated, leather-appointed, heated and cooled seats, and chrome-plated 18-inch wheels (19-inch optional). The 3.6L engine, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, generates an estimated 280 horsepower and 261 lb-ft of torque.

Buick estimates fuel-economy on the 255-hp 3.0L V6 at 18/27 mph (city/highway). The 3.6L V6 returns an estimated 17/26 mpg.

Production of the 2010 Buick LaCrosse will launch this summer with sales to start later in 2009.

2010 Buick LaCrosse:

GM announced today that the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox crossover will hit the streets next summer with an all-new engine lineup that will help consumers save both fuel and money. GM said that its 2009 domestic car and light truck lineup will save 700 million gallons of fuel over vehicle life when compared to its 2008 fleet.

The 2010 Equinox will be offered with two new direct-injected engines – a 2.4L 4-cylinder and a 255-hp 3.0L V6. The 2.4L 4-cylinder engine makes a total of 180-hp with a maximum torque of 172 lb-ft. GM says that the engine will help the 2010 Equinox average an estimated 30 mpg in highway driving, putting the new SUV at the top of its segment. The General says that consumers who drive 15,000 miles per year will save 134 gallons of fuel or about $270 to $400 annually when assuming gas prices of $2 or $3 per gallon.

The same direct-injected engines will also be offered in the new 2010 Cadillac SRX crossover and the 2010 Buick LaCrosse sedan which will both make their world debuts alongside the new Equinox next month at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.

GM isn’t stopping there. The automaker said that for its 2010 model year lineup, GM will be offering more direct-injected models in North America than any other manufacturer with a total of 18 direct-injection models. Globally, GM will have 38 eight direct-injected engines in 38 vehicles.

All GM needs to do now is get all this information to the consumers interested in buying fuel-efficient vehicles and market the hell out of them.

Click through for more details from GM’s press release.

2010 Cadillac SRX:

GM’s fuel-saving lineup

GM’s direct injection push is part of a larger effort to implement multiple fuel-saving technologies across its 2009 portfolio. The all-new 2009 Chevy Traverse crossover, for example, enjoys best-in-class highway fuel economy (24 mpg for FWD models) of any eight-passenger SUV, thanks in part to its 3.6L direct injected V-6 engine with variable valve timing. In 2009, GM expects to sell 500,000 vehicles with gasoline direct injection. Here are additional fuel-saving facts about GM vehicles:

- Twenty models in GM’s 2009 lineup deliver EPA-rated highway fuel economy of 30 mpg or more ““ more than any other automaker. GM’s non-hybrid models rank first in highway fuel economy in both the midsize sedan and subcompact segments. (Chevrolet Malibu, Saturn Aura with 33 highway mpg; and Chevrolet Colbalt XFE and Pontiac G5 XFE at 37 highway mpg.)
- GM’s 2009 domestic car and light truck lineups will use 700 million fewer gallons of fuel than the 2008 lineup, during the life of the vehicles, saving $1.4 to $2.1 billion in fuel costs, assuming gas prices of $2 to $3 per gallon. It’s estimated that GM’s 2010 lineup will add another 1.1 billion gallons of fuel savings and $2.2 to $3.3 billion, relative to the 2008 lineup.
GM’s advanced engine technologies are already saving fuel today in vehicles on the road or expected to be sold in 2009. They include:

- More than 3.7 million vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT)
- 700,000 vehicles with direct injection
- 600,000 vehicles with Active Fuel Management cylinder deactivation technology, which automatically lets the engine run on half of its cylinders when full power is not needed
- 200,000 vehicles with turbocharged gas engines
- 42,000 vehicles with both direct injection and turbocharging
- More than 2 million vehicles with fuel-saving six-speed transmissions

2.4L DI details
The new 2.4L DI engine delivers an estimated 180 horsepower (134 kW) @ 6700 rpm and 172 lb.-ft. of torque (232 Nm) @4900 rpm. It uses technology based on GM’s other four-cylinder direct injection applications, but with unique features designed for its specific application. This includes an 11.4:1 compression ratio that helps build power, slightly dished pistons that increase combustion efficiency and injectors with an application-specific flow rate.

GM benchmarked the best fuel system and noise attenuation products to provide customers with quiet operation.

3.0L DI details
The new 3.0L DI engine is a variant of GM’s family of high-feature DOHC V-6 engines that also includes GM’s 3.6L DI engine in the Cadillac CTS ““ an engine named to Ward’s AutoWorld’s 2009 “Ten Best Engines” list for North America, for the second consecutive year.

The 3.0L is rated at an estimated 255 horsepower (187 kW) and 214 lb.-ft. of torque (290 Nm), for an impressive power-to-displacement ratio of 85 hp per liter. (Output will vary by model.) The 3.0L DI features an isolated fuel injector system that reduces the direct injection high-pressure fuel system pulses for quieter operation. Rubber isolators are used with the fuel rail to eliminate metal-to-metal contact that would otherwise transmit noise and vibration from the high-pressure fuel system.

Along with direct injection technology, both the 3.0L DI and 2.4L DI engines use variable valve timing to optimize power and fuel efficiency across the rpm band, as well as reduce emissions.

How DI works
In a conventionally port fuel injected engine, air and fuel are mixed before they enter the combustion chamber. With GM’s DI engines, fuel is sprayed directly into the cylinder where it is mixed with air. As the piston approaches top-dead center, the mixture is ignited by the spark plug; and when the fuel vaporizes in the cylinder, the air and fuel mixture is cooled. This enables the use of a higher compression ratio in the combustion chamber, which improves the engine’s power and efficiency.

On cold starts, direct injection can be controlled to create a richer air/fuel mixture around the spark plug, making it easier to ignite in a cold engine. This results in a smoother operation of the engine and lower emissions during the cold start and warm-up, when most harmful tailpipe emissions are typically created. GM’s direct injected engines reduce cold-start vehicle emissions by 25 percent.

Because the fuel is injected directly into the combustion chamber, direct injection uses higher fuel pressure than conventional fuel injected engines. This is enabled by a special high pressure pump driven by one of the engine’s camshafts.

GM has released a new video of its head of design, Ed Welburn, taking us through Buick’s history and giving us a peak at the 2010 Buick LaCrosse. The new LaCrosse was originally supposed to make its debut at the 2008 LA Auto Show but had been moved to the 2009 Detroit Auto Show since GM cancelled its LA press conference at the last minute.

From the video (and the screenshots we gathered) you can see that the 2010 Buck LaCrosse retains most of the styling cues shown on the Buick Invicta concept.

Details of the 2010 Buick LaCrosse engine options were leaked in Oct. Two engine choices will be offered with the base engine being a 3.0L V6 direct injection producing 250-hp. The range-topper will be a 3.6L V6 that makes 290-hp. Both models will be mated to a 6T70 6-speed automatic transmission as standard. All-wheel-drive will also be available as an option.

Follow the jump for the video.

2010 Buick LaCrosse Teased:

Buick Invicta:

While GM may be planning on cutting costs with job cuts and plant closings before it runs out of cash by mid-2009, it has no plans to stop introducing vehicles. The General said that it is still planning to reveal about 15 vehicles in the U.S. alone within the next two years – most notably the Chevrolet Volt.

Speaking of the Chevrolet Volt, GM said it will increase investment for the launch of the plug-in hybrid which will hit markets by Nov. 2010. Still on their way are the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon, SRX crossover and the Cadillac CTS Coupe. The CTS Coupe and the 2010 Buick LaCrosse were supposed to make their debut at the 2008 LA Auto Show later this month but have been delayed. GM did not say whether the two will make their debut at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show in January.

The Chevrolet Camaro will still be available for delivery early 2009 followed by the Equinox crossover in late-2009 with the Cruze delayed until late 2010. Saab’s 9-4X crossover is also on its way in 2010.

2010 Cadillac SRX:

2011 Chevrolet Volt:

Cadillac CTS Coupe Concept:

2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro:

2011 Chevrolet Cruze:

GM has delayed the launch of the 2010 Buick LaCrosse which was originally supposed to make its debut at the 2008 LA Auto Show. The 2010 LaCrosse was originally scheduled to go on sale in spring 2009 but has now been delayed to early summer due to lack of financial resources needed to launch the car.

However, the GM insiders at GM Inside News, have all the details ahead of time. The 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be available in two engines with the base engine being a 3.0L V6 with direct injection producing 250-hp. The range topper will be a 3.6L V6 that makes 290-hp. Both LaCrosse models will be mated to a 6T70 6-speed automatic transmission as standard. All-wheel-drive will be available as an option.

Other options include HID headlamps, a rear-view camera, and heads-up display.

Buick Invicta:

Source: GMI

GM said today that it will be delaying the world premieres of the new Buick LaCrosse and Cadillac CTS Coupe. GM will now unveil the new Buick LaCrosse at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show but no confirmation has been made for the CTS Coupe.

The moves, according to GM, were made to reduce costs. We’ll let you believe that one if you want to but we’re pretty disappointed since we were looking forward to seeing the two models in LA.

Nonetheless, make sure you join us on Nov. 19th as we kick off live coverage of the 2008 LA Auto Show.

Click through for more high-res images of the CTS Coupe Concept.

Cadillac CTS Coupe Concept:

Source: Automotive News (Subscription Required)

GM has released a teaser image for the 2010 Buick LaCrosse that will make its official debut at the 2008 LA Auto Show this November. According to GM’s Bob Lutz, the 2010 LaCrosse will take major design cues from the Buick Invicta concept that was shown at Auto China 2008.

The Buick Invicta Concept is powered by a direct-injection 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 250-hp and 220 lb-ft of torque.

Buick Invicta: