Monthly Archives July 2014

We got the ordering guide for the 2015 Chevrolet SS, major changes for the 2015 model year are:

1. The Magnetic Selective Ride Control (Chevy’s adaptive suspension system) is standard;
2. 6-speed manual transmission with 3.70 rear axle ratio is an option with extra charge;
3. OnStar system with 4G LTE WIFI internet connection;
4. New exterior colors

Pricing is unavailable at this moment, but we will report back once we heard any news. For the detailed order guide, please download the 20-page document here:

2015 Chevrolet SS Order Guide

Today Kevin Rose, sales and marketing director of Bentley Motors, revealed more information regarding the upcoming Bentley SUV (or CUV in some people’s opinion):

– Twin-turbo W12 engine model: will be the fastest SUV in the market;
– Plug-in hybrid model: range is approx. 30 miles for pure electric mode; Bentley expects it to be the best selling model.

This is the only official information at this moment, and below are some earlier spy shots of the SUV we are talking about.

Review Index:
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 1 (Exterior)
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 2 (Interior)
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 3 (Chassis and Suspension)
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 4 (Powertrain)

Video Highlights (For more detail information please see paragraph #5, 6, 7)

Now let’s take a look at the GL450’s frame construction.

Usually Mercedes-Benz vehicles give us an impression of solid rigidity and superior safety...

Today Mazda has officially announced the newly redesigned Mazda2 (called the “Demio” in Japan). However, except the official images, few information is available. Below is what we have known for the powertrain at this moment.

– 1.5L SKYACTIV-D diesel engine, 103hp (77kw)@4,000 rpm and 184 lb-ft (250 Nm) of torque within 1,500 – 2,500 rpm
– Two 1.5L SKYACTIV-G gasoline engines, output unknown at this moment
– 6-speed manual transmission or 6-speed automatic transmission
– HUD option available

Please enjoy the following gallery.

Review Index:
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 1 (Exterior)
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 2 (Interior)
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 3 (Chassis and Suspension)
The 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450 – Part 4 (Powertrain)

In part 1, I have shown you some of my opinions regarding the GL450. In this section, let us take a look at the inside of the GL450.

Our test car comes with the Black MB-Tex synthetic leather option, which is standard on the GL450. If you want real leather interior, you need pay another $1,620 for that. Below is how this synthetic leather looks.

You may notice with MB-Tex equipped GL-class, the seating surfaces are perforated; while with the r...