2013 Buick Regal gains standard eAssist powertrain, automatic option for GS

2013 Buick Regal gains standard eAssist powertrain, automatic option for GS

The 2013 Regal will get a standard 36-mpg eAssist powertrain and an optional automatic transmission for the GS model.

Buick launches smartphone games to promote eco-friendly driving

Buick launches smartphone games to promote eco-friendly driving

Buick hopes the games will teach drivers eco-friendly driving habits.

Buick Excelle tops China’s sales charts

Buick Excelle tops China’s sales charts

The Buick Excelle was China’s best-selling passenger vehicle last year.

Review: 2012 Buick Regal GS

Review: 2012 Buick Regal GS

Buick revives an historic nameplate, but can this high-power front-drive turbo sedan live up to the legends that preceded it? We investigate.

Review: 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist

Review: 2012 Buick LaCrosse with eAssist

Buick’s mild hybrid-like LaCrosse has arrived, promising compact fuel efficiency in a full-size package.

Detroit LIVE: Buick Encore small crossover [Video update]

Detroit LIVE: Buick Encore small crossover [Video update]

Buick goes small with its new Encore crossover. Details inside.

Is China considering return of auto subsidies to boost sales in 2012?

Is China considering return of auto subsidies to boost sales in 2012?

Sources claim that China may be working on new subsidy programs to boost auto sales in 2012.

China expected to grow auto sales in 2012 despite slowing economy

China expected to grow auto sales in 2012 despite slowing economy

While not as hot as it was for the last few years, some analysts are still predicting growth in China for 2012.

Buick Verano receives IIHS Top Safety Pick award for 2012

Buick Verano receives IIHS Top Safety Pick award for 2012

The Buick Verano has already been on the market for a while, but now the car finally has a safety rating.

Elderly driving longer than ever, young starting to drive later than ever?

Elderly driving longer than ever, young starting to drive later than ever?

According to at least one new study, one cornerstone of classic Americana appears to be dying out for our younger generation.

LA Live: Buick LaCrosse GL Concept

LA Live: Buick LaCrosse GL Concept

Buick adds luxury to create a one-off LaCrosse. Will it be headed to production?

Thieves nab two Buick Grand Nationals from Kentucky car show

Thieves nab two Buick Grand Nationals from Kentucky car show

One of the fastest cars of the 1980s is apparently one of the hottest with thieves.

First Drive: 2012 Buick Verano [Review]

First Drive: 2012 Buick Verano [Review]

Buick enters (mostly) new territory with its sub-Regal compact sedan. Does it stand out from the crowd? We find out.

GM to add 360 jobs, $325 million investment at Warren plant

GM to add 360 jobs, $325 million investment at Warren plant

New details emerge on labor contract-derived jobs from General Motors.

Leaked: Buick Verano Hybrid coming in 2015

Leaked: Buick Verano Hybrid coming in 2015

Another gem has been uncovered thanks to future product plans posted online by GM.

Buick Verano: The car designed to preserve your hair-do

Buick Verano: The car designed to preserve your hair-do

Buick says it specifically designed the head rests in its new Verano to save your hair-do.

Buick to get Chevy Sonic-based small crossover for 2013

Buick to get Chevy Sonic-based small crossover for 2013

Buick is planning to expand its lineup with a new crossover based on the Sonic’s Gamma II platform.

OnStar reverses decision to change Terms of Service

OnStar reverses decision to change Terms of Service

After being faced with extreme out-lash from concerned customers, OnStar has reversed course.

Buick-badged Opel Astra GTC to be built in U.S.?

Buick-badged Opel Astra GTC to be built in U.S.?

A sporty Buick might be emerging from an idled GM plant.

Buick says “No” to Regal Wagon for U.S.

Buick says “No” to Regal Wagon for U.S.

Surely disappointing a small group of wagon fans somewhere, Buick puts the kibosh on the Regal Wagon.

2012 Buick Verano to start from $24,335 including destination

2012 Buick Verano to start from $24,335 including destination

Buick has finally released pricing for its latest and smallest vehicle – the Verano sedan.

First Drive: 2012 Buick Regal GS [Review]

First Drive: 2012 Buick Regal GS [Review]

Buick’s performance nameplate is back… but does this Regal live up to the legend?

GM issues RFP for $4B global media expenditures

GM issues RFP for $4B global media expenditures

General Motors has begun the process to revamp its entire global media purchasing strategy.

Buick aims to make Verano quietest car in class

Buick aims to make Verano quietest car in class

When Buick’s new small car, the Verano, finally comes to market – GM expects nothing but silence…inside at least.

GM: Supplier performance today to determine contracts tomorrow

GM: Supplier performance today to determine contracts tomorrow

As GM continues to establish itself as a profitable automaker post-bankruptcy, the top automaker announces new plans to remain competitive.

Buick prices 2012 Regal GS at $35,310, eAssist Hybrid at $29,530

Buick prices 2012 Regal GS at $35,310, eAssist Hybrid at $29,530

Buick has announced the pricing for its upcoming 2012 Regal models.

Speeding number one cause of in-car arguments?

Speeding number one cause of in-car arguments?

Of all the choices that come to mind, speeding probably isn’t what you would peg as the top cause for in-car fights – but is it?

First Drive: 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist [Review]

First Drive: 2012 Buick LaCrosse eAssist [Review]

Buick’s not-quite-a-hybrid eAssist package adds grunt but uses less fuel to create an impressive addition to the 2012 LaCrosse.

New V6 gives Buick LaCrosse boost to 303 horsepower

New V6 gives Buick LaCrosse boost to 303 horsepower

A revised V6 adds 23 horsepower to Buick’s full-size sedan for 2012.

GM invests $20M in Fairfax plant ahead of 2012 Buick LaCross eAssist launch

GM invests $20M in Fairfax plant ahead of 2012 Buick LaCross eAssist launch

In preparation for the launch of the Buick LaCrosse eAssist, General Motors has announced it will be investing $20 million into its Fairfax Assembly Plant.

China announces second “Cash for clunkers” program to boost sales

China announces second “Cash for clunkers” program to boost sales

Although China is still the world’s top auto market, slumping sales have prompted the government to enact a second attempt at a Cash for Clunkers-type program.

Opel, Buick to see even more product overlap soon?

Opel, Buick to see even more product overlap soon?

A report suggests that GM might rebadge the next-generation Buick LaCrosse and Enclave as Opels for European buyers.

Report: Opel Astra, compact convertible in Buick’s future

Report: Opel Astra, compact convertible in Buick’s future

The Saturn Astra wasn’t met with much success, but General Motors will give the hatchback another go in the U.S., this time with a Buick grille.

Loose report: Buick may have a high-po Regal Coupe in its future

Loose report: Buick may have a high-po Regal Coupe in its future

Continuing to perpetuate rumors of a possible two-door Regal, an apparent document leak shows a strong case for a new sporty model for GM’s Buick.

GM CEO Akerson paid $2.5M for 2010, former CEO takes home $5M, Lutz $0

GM CEO Akerson paid $2.5M for 2010, former CEO takes home $5M, Lutz $0

A trio of interesting compensation figures have been made public, ranging from the current CEO of GM, to his predecessor, to quasi-celebrity adviser Bob Lutz.

NY LIVE: Buick Verano gets turbo treatment

NY LIVE: Buick Verano gets turbo treatment

Buick added a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder to its Verano compact sedan to create a new range-topping model.

GMC, Buick introduce IntelliLink infotainment system for 2012 models

GMC, Buick introduce IntelliLink infotainment system for 2012 models

GM recently joined the infotainment wars when it launched MyLink for Chevrolet, but now the brand has expanded the technology across its other brands under a new name.

Buick Envision Concept unveiled at Shanghai show

Buick Envision Concept unveiled at Shanghai show

Buick has official pulled the sheet on its Envision SUV concept at the Shanghai Motor Show.

GM, SAIC jointly developing seven-speed dual-clutch transmission

GM, SAIC jointly developing seven-speed dual-clutch transmission

Thanks to patent filings in China, we have learned that General Motors and partner Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC) are developing a new transmission.

GM taking aim at the luxury market with Buick, Cadillac

GM taking aim at the luxury market with Buick, Cadillac

Using its Buick and Cadillac brands, GM is taking aim at the Asian and Germany luxury car makers.

Is a Buick Volt on the way?

Is a Buick Volt on the way?

Is GM considering a rebadge of the Chevrolet Volt/Opel Ampera for its Buick division?

Update: Japan-sourced GM batteries back in production

Update: Japan-sourced GM batteries back in production

GM says that the Hitachi-built batteries that will power its mild hybrids are being built again after Japan’s earthquake shut down production.

GM’s newest CFO to earn $4.2M total compensation per year

GM’s newest CFO to earn $4.2M total compensation per year

Although not as high as the recent bonuses for Ford execs that caused a stir, GM has announced a multimillion dollar pay package of its own.

GM to sell remainder of Ally Financial preferred stock, valued at $1B

GM to sell remainder of Ally Financial preferred stock, valued at $1B

As General Motors continues to work towards strengthening its balance sheet, the automaker has announced the upcoming sales of $1 billion worth of Ally Financial stock.

Leaked brochure suggests Buick Verano 2.0T to boast 250 horsepower

Leaked brochure suggests Buick Verano 2.0T to boast 250 horsepower

Little in the form of specifics have been available on the upcoming 2.0T Verano, but a leaked consumer brochure may have some interesting implications on the brand’s lineup.