Monthly Archives March 2015

2016 Cadillac CT6 Flagship Sedan First Image Released

Ahead of the 2015 New York auto show which is opened tomorrow, the first image showing the full body of the Cadillac CT6 was leaked out, as shown below.

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Just a recap: the 2016 Cadillac CT6 has an aluminum-intensive body construction (64% aluminum), with two engine options: a 3.0L twin-turbo charged V6, and also a 3.6L naturallly aspirated V6, both are new designs. For more information and details about the CT6, please visit our CT6 topic page.

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Acura SH-AWD: A Comprehensive Analysis (Updated Jan.8, 2016)

The Acura SH-AWD system (short for: Super Handling-All Wheel Drive) is often described ambiguously in most automobile literature. Some articles even said it is an enhanced version of the Honda VTM-4, which is incorrect.

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In this article, we will analyze the SH-AWD in detail, focusing on these three questions:

1. How does the SH-AWD work?
2. Why the SH-AWD can transfer large amount of power to rear wheels constantly, without worrying about the wear and overheating issues?
3. What is the difference between the Acura SH-AWD and the Honda VTM-4 system?

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Overview: The SH-AWD Systems

Currently there are 4 different types of SH-AWD:

1. The SH-AWD used on the 2005-2012 Acura RL
2...

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2015 Mercedes-AMG C63 US Pricing Released

The latest W205 C class AMG models will be on sale this April, and Mercedes-Benz has released its pricing today. For your reference, there are a total of 2 AMG models for the C class: the C63 (469 hp, 479 lb-ft of torque) and also the C63 S (503 hp with 516 lb-ft of torque).

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Here is the pricing:

2015 C63: $63,900
2015 C63 S: $71,900

The above MSRP does not include the $925 destination charge. Although the C63 is a little bit more expensive than the BMW M3 ($1,900 more), it comes with lots of features as standard.

For example, the limited-slip rear differential, AMG adaptive suspension, keyless entry/start, LED headlights, upgraded Burmester audio system, Collisions P...

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The Reborn Lincoln Continental

The Lincoln Continental is making its way back to the market! On April 1st, Lincoln is going to officially announced the Continental Concept car in the 2015 New York auto show.

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Lincoln has released some preliminary specs and photos about the Continental concept. Major highlights are:

– An all-new, Lincoln-exclusive 3.0L EcoBoost V6 engine
– SPD SmartGlass tinting sunroof (user can electronically control how much percent of heat wave from sunlight can pass through the window)
– LED matrix head lamps with laser-assist high beams
– Patented 30-way adjustable seats
– Premium Revel audio system

Lincoln has not released information regarding the platform and drive layout of th...

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March Special Issue Is Coming!

Dear Readers,

We are going to publish our March Special Issue very soon.

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Subscribed readers have the privilege to preview this March special issue on Mar.29. We will send out email with the article at 7:30am that day. Subscribed readers have another unique benefit: interacting with the article author (we will provide a dedicated email address).

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