News By Topic: Buick

GM Donates RMB 4 Million to Earthquake Relief

Apr 24, 2013

SHANGHAI – General Motors is making an initial donation of RMB 4 million ($647,000) to support relief and rebuilding efforts in Ya’an, Sichuan, which was struck by an earthquake on April 20. In addition, GM employees across China are being encouraged to contribute. For every RMB 1 (16 cents) donated by employ ... Continue reading

Buick Turns 110: 11 Highlights of 11 Decades

Apr 19, 2013

April 19, 2013: Buick vehicles today are built in state-of-the-art facilities around the world. The Enclave luxury crossover’s Lansing Delta Township plant was the industry’s first LEED Gold-certified manufacturing facility. The brand has evolved in many ways since 1903, when the first Buick was hand-built in ... Continue reading

Buick Achievers Scholarship Names First Five Recipients

Apr 5, 2013

The Buick Achievers Scholarship Program today announced the first five of 100 U.S. high school and undergraduate college students that will receive up to $25,000 in annual scholarships for demonstrating excellence in the classroom and in the community. Funded by the General Motors Foundation and established in 2011, Bu ... Continue reading

2013 Buick Encore Takes the Detroit Auto Show Stage +VIDEO

Apr 2, 2013

All-new luxury crossover is versatile, efficient and continues brand's growth DETROIT - Buick today introduced the all-new 2013 Encore - a luxury small crossover that delivers Buick's signature style, interior acoustic refinement and collection of luxury amenities in a maneuverable, versatile and efficient package. The ... Continue reading

GM Reports Best March Sales in Five Years

Apr 2, 2013

Cadillac sales up almost 50 percent on new models DETROIT – General Motors Co. sold 245,950 vehicles in the United States in March, up 6 percent compared with a year ago. Retail sales increased 4 percent, fleet sales were up 12 percent and the fleet mix was 27 percent of total sales. “GM delivered its best Ma ... Continue reading

EPA Recognizes GM for Sustained Excellence

Mar 29, 2013

Energy Management Award is highest a corporation can receive DETROIT – General Motors earned the highest recognition a corporation can receive from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – its 2013 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year - Sustained Excellence award for energy management. “Our contribution ... Continue reading

2014 Buick Regal Infused with New Technology

Mar 29, 2013

Exterior design with signature wing-shape LED lighting; revised interior designed around next-gen IntelliLink infotainment and new advanced safety features More efficient and more refined 2.0L turbo engine delivers 18 percent more power in Regal Turbo New all-wheel-drive system incorporates electronic limited-slip diff ... Continue reading

Four in 10 Buick Enclave Owners Returning for New Model

Mar 29, 2013

New and returning customers opting for more luxury amenities DETROIT – The redesigned 2013 Buick Enclave luxury crossover is the brand’s best-selling model through the first quarter with retail sales up almost 40 percent. And it is a second-time-around choice for nearly four in 10 owners trading in a first-ge ... Continue reading

2014 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Regal GS Take the Stage in the Shadows of the Highline.

Mar 27, 2013

By Larry Nutson Senior Editor, New York Bureau The Auto Channel (DSC-2082) On the eve of the 2013 New York Auto Show media preview days taking place at the Jacob Javits Convention Center, auto writers gathered in old New York’s Meatpacking District for an early look at the redesign of two Buick sedans. When redesi ... Continue reading

GM Foundation to be Lead Sponsor of NBC News 'Education Nation Detroit'

Mar 22, 2013

“ To underscore its commitment to improving education in America, the General Motors Foundation will be a lead sponsor of the Detroit stop of the NBC News' 'Education Nation On-The-Road' that begins March 22. The NBC News team will gather educators, community leaders and students at the Charles H. Wright Museum of A ... Continue reading

GM to Live Stream Three Events from New York Auto Show

Mar 22, 2013

“ General Motors will live stream three events from the New York Auto Show next week “ one each for Cadillac, Buick and Chevrolet. Links are below. Tuesday, March 26 2014 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Regal GS Revealed Live from New York Program begins at 11:30 a.m. EDT Duration of streaming: 30 mins ... Continue reading

Front Center Air Bag Helps Enclave Achieve Five-Star Safety

Mar 15, 2013

Buick’s luxury crossover SUV is also IIHS 2013 Top Safety Pick DETROIT – The 2013 Buick Enclave, equipped with a standard front center air bag, has received the highest possible five-star overall vehicle score for safety as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment P ... Continue reading

Small is Big with First Buick Encore TV Spot

Mar 15, 2013

New ‘Dinosaur’ commercial to air throughout NCAA men’s basketball tournament DETROIT – When the Buick Encore hits the airwaves with its first TV spot, it will make a big statement about being small. The new luxury small crossover commercial, called “Dinosaur,” debuts this weekend on ESPN. ... Continue reading

GM Announces its 2012 Supplier of the Year Winners

Mar 15, 2013

DETROIT--March 14, 2013: General Motors recognized 83 of its best global automotive suppliers Wednesday evening during its 21st annual Supplier of the Year awards ceremony. The event was held at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit. “Suppliers play a critical role in our business and ... Continue reading

Experience Buick Attracts New Customers in First Year

Mar 15, 2013

All-inclusive leases growing sales in Miami, Los Angeles and other major markets DETROIT--March 13, 2013: Experience Buick leasing -- a two-year term with a single monthly payment that includes entertainment, safety and maintenance features – has led Buick to double its leasing business as a share of total sales o ... Continue reading