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The Buick brand serves as a sort of midlevel brand that offers much of the luxury feel that you get from Cadillac but with a lower price. Thanks to the addition of the eAssist mild hybrid system to several vehicles in the lineup, Buick offers both power and fuel efficient models with a long list of standard amenities from base model to the top of the range.

What Comes After Chevy Bolt: There’s an Electric GM in Your Future

By Al Castro on July 10, 2018 - 2:21AM

GM’s race for 20 electric cars by 2023 is underway with two concept cars that most likely will go into production. They’re both Chinese Buicks, for now, one is a wagon, the other, an SUV with the potential to become something so much more.

2019 Buick LaCrosse Goes Sporty as it Battles the European Sedans

By Mary Conway on July 2, 2018 - 11:11PM

While other auto companies are abandoning many of their sedans, the Buick LaCrosse is adding another trim level. Buick is determined to go bumper-to-bumper with the European sedans in the battle over the luxury sedan market.

Why the 2018 Buick Enspire Could be the Vehicle that America Wants

By Mary Conway on April 18, 2018 - 8:50AM

Buick just unveiled what appears to be the perfect SUV for America. Unfortunately, it debuted in China and no word if it is heading for the U.S.

Buick Should Bring Velite 6 and Enspire EVs to the US Market

By Armen Hareyan on April 10, 2018 - 5:16PM

Torque News readers may know that Buick's Velite 6 electric vehicle and the concept electric SUV Enspire designed by GM Pan-asia centre are headed to the Beijing Internaltional Auto Show with the release date of April 25. US EV owners say GM should bring them to the United States too.

2017 Buick Encore AWD Sport Touring Review: Turbo Power, Premium Features, Small Price

By Patrick Rall on November 21, 2017 - 5:45PM

The 2017 Buick Encore AWD Sport Touring sits in the middle of the model range, but this small SUV looks more like a premium package inside and out, with a price in the low $30k range and end-of-year discounts which will cut that number down into the 20s.

Chevy Bolt Owners Have Only One Complaint, But Hey, This Is Not a Buick EV

By Armen Hareyan on November 16, 2017 - 11:47AM

Two weeks ago I test drove the Chevy Bolt from a local Chevrolet dealership in Hickory, NC. My impressions are very positive and it could well be my next car as I am thinking to purchase an electric vehicle to be our next car. But I felt something and I asked other Bolt owners about this driving experience and they agreed with me.

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Consumer Reports; Avoid These New-Generation Subaru, Buick and GMC Models

By Denis Flierl on October 29, 2017 - 8:07AM

A report by Consumer Reports lists 3 new models to avoid. There’s new Subaru, Buick and GMC models they say to stay away from.

China takes the EV leap, US clutching the gas can

By Jeff Schneider on September 10, 2017 - 5:42PM

The auto industry has now grudgingly accepted that battery-electric cars will make up some portion of the world's new vehicles in years to come.
A milestone in that trend has come today, in news from China.

Camaro, Corvette Headline Forza 7 GM Vehicle List

By Patrick Rall on August 16, 2017 - 11:45AM

Here is a look at the General Motors vehicles included in Forza Motorsport 7, including a handful of Chevrolet Camaros, Chevrolet Corvettes and other legendary GM performance models.

Buick adds more power to the 2018 Buick Regal GS

By Mary Conway on July 20, 2017 - 5:04PM

Buick is promising that the 2018 Buick Regal GS is the most powerful we have seen in years. The sporty Buick Regal GS will have 310 horsepower.

Buick unveils its luxurious 2018 Buick Enclave Avenir

By Mary Conway on April 13, 2017 - 9:31PM

Not only is Buick taking the wraps off its all-new Buick Enclave, it is showing what the Avenir luxury trim package will mean for the global brand.

2018 Buick Regal brings back a wagon

By Mary Conway on April 6, 2017 - 1:04PM

Buick is introducing two new models, a sportback and a wagon. This isn't your grandfather's Roadmaster! It is a sporty take on the wagon for people who love the room of a SUV and the functionality of a car.

GM Idling Camaro, Corvette and Cadillac Production as to Trim Inventory Levels

By Patrick Rall on December 19, 2016 - 5:25PM

General Motors has announced that they will temporarily halt production at a handful of assembly plants around the US including those facilities which build the Chevrolet Camaro and the Chevrolet Corvette in an effort to burn through existing inventory – with the downtime ranging from 1-3 weeks depending on the plant.

Buick’s 3rd Place Finish In CR Brand Reliability Study Makes History

By Marc Stern on October 24, 2016 - 9:36PM

Buick has made automotive history. With its third place finish in the Consumer Report 2016 Annual Vehicle Reliability Survey, the automaker has done something no other domestic make has ever done.

Buick Avenir Is Making It's Way Into Buick, Here Is What To Expect

By Zachary Benedict on October 3, 2016 - 8:26AM

The Buick Avenir can now be yours for the taking, here’s how.

Buick Envision Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick+, How It Did It

By Zachary Benedict on September 30, 2016 - 12:54AM

Another "American" car has clenched the highest safety award by the IIHS.

Buick Regal Tourx: Possible Buick Wagon In The Works

By Zachary Benedict on September 28, 2016 - 3:31AM

The days of the station wagon may be making a comeback in a classy way and Buick may be working on it.

Chevrolet Volt May Be Becoming New Buick In China, Here is How

By Zachary Benedict on September 27, 2016 - 2:22AM

The Chevrolet Volt may be getting a facelift in China, under the name Buick.

Buick Cascada: Another Failed Reatta?

By Zachary Benedict on September 20, 2016 - 3:59AM

The convertible Buick Cascada is nearing one year of production. It's ancestor, the Reatta only made it four. Recent reviews point to a car that needs help if it's going to succeed.

2017 Buick LaCrosse - The Style To Watch

By Zachary Benedict on September 18, 2016 - 1:30AM

Those tri-shields your grandma and grandpa drive around in are getting major facelifts, and are catching buzz with the younger crowd.

The Modern Muscle Car Wars and How They Have Changed

By Zachary Benedict on September 15, 2016 - 8:12AM

One of my favorite moments in the history of cars is the muscle car wars in the mid 60's and early 70's. Detroit's assembly lines were pumping out high horsepower cars that were marketed towards the youth of America (Baby Boomers). The race was on to see who could be the fastest.

Buick; The Budget Muscle Car You Need

By Zachary Benedict on September 14, 2016 - 1:31PM

While Buick might not be the Chevelle or Camaro you dreamed of, you might find yourself blowing the doors off of it at a stoplight.

2016 Buick Cascada Review: The Most Interesting Buick of the Modern Era

By Patrick Rall on July 28, 2016 - 7:11PM

The 2016 Buick Cascada is first convertible from the brand in many moons while also being one of the most affordable 4-seat convertibles in America – making it the most interesting model from Buick in decades and a car that is fun to drive with the top up or down.

The Buick Enclave Bridges GM's Luxury SUV Gap

By Patrick Rall on February 5, 2016 - 10:59AM

While the Cadillac Escalade is the first name in high end luxury SUVs in the US market, the Buick Enclave is ideal for those buyers who want premium amenities in a smaller, more efficient and more cost effective package – with a big luxury feel sans the big luxury price.

The Buick Avista is a Stunning High Class Camaro with TT Power

By Patrick Rall on January 12, 2016 - 1:12PM

It has been many moons since the Buick brand has offered up a 2-door car, but the debut of the new Camaro-based Avista Concept at the 2016 North American International Auto Show is clear proof that General Motors has at least considered a new Buick coupe.

Chrysler, GM Offer the Most Manual Transmission Models

By Patrick Rall on August 27, 2015 - 1:12PM

If you are a Chrysler Group or General Motors fan who likes to row your own gears, you are in luck, as "FCA" and GM offer far more models with manual transmissions than do any of the other automakers doing business in the United States – with the Chrysler Group taking the slight edge overall.

2015 Buick Regal GS Review: The Most Exciting Buick in Decades

By Patrick Rall on May 26, 2015 - 7:54PM

The 2015 Buick Regal GS is a stylish, fun to drive sedan with a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, an advanced all-wheel drive system and a cabin that is packed to the hilt with premium amenities so while the Regal GS might not be the modern Grand National that many had hoped for – this is still the most exciting new Buick in decades.

What would you do with this 1972 Buick Skylark Custom Convertible?

By Armen Hareyan on January 14, 2015 - 5:28PM

If this 1972 Buick Skylark Custom Convertible was yours what would you do with it?

2014 Buick LaCrosse AWD Premium Review: Evolution in Affordable GM Luxury

By Patrick Rall on May 15, 2014 - 9:59AM

The 2014 Buick LaCrosse introduces a new look for the affordable luxury brands flagship, we note in this review, and while the changes made between 2013 and 2014 aren’t all that elaborate – this midcycle facelift is just enough to keep this big sedan fresh for those who want the luxury feel without the big luxury price.

2014 Buick Encore Premium Review: Luxury Amenities in a Compact SUV without the Luxury Price

By Patrick Rall on March 24, 2014 - 8:29PM

The 2014 Buick Encore rockets General Motors’ midlevel luxury brand into the most popular segment in the US auto industry and after driving this spirited little crossover for a week – it is clear that GM did their homework with this vehicle before introducing it to the US market as it checks all of the important boxes and does so for right around $30,000.

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