15Jul 2013
By OPGI no comments Buick Industry News

The Buick Riviera of the Future

General Motor’s latest version of what the Buick Riviera of the future might look like was unveiled at the recent Shanghai Auto Show in China, where GM executives told the press in attendance that the innovative new concept car "offers a preview of Buick's future design language." The Riviera Concept definitely looks futuristic on the outside with its dramatic “waterfall” grille and gull-wing doors. The entire exterior is sleek and visually very striking, but the powertrain inside the Riviera Concept…

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8Jul 2013
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Restomod or Restoration?

Although many people often hear the terms "Restomod" and "Restoration" being used almost interchangeably in the classic and collectible car marketplace, there is a big difference between the two descriptions. What the two terms do have in common is that they are both ways of describing the result of bringing an antique or classic car back to the appearance and performance it had when it was new. The decision to restore a car as either a “restomod” or a “restoration”…

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1Jul 2013
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Destination Pontiac

Lawyer-turned-entrepreneur Brad Oleshansky has big plans for a former General Motors property in Pontiac, Michigan. More specifically, Oleshansky is raising more than $40 million to build an auto enthusiast’s dream destination at South Boulevard and Woodward Avenue. The 80-acre site’s original occupant was the Wilson Foundry that later became the Pontiac West assembly plant, and eventually the General Motors Validation facility that was last open in 2006. The huge property now comprises a 533,000-square-foot building, more than 2,400 parking spaces,…

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24Jun 2013
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Considering a Restoration

Even the most casual auto enthusiasts have entertained the idea of driving something different and more exciting than the same basic late model sedans that everyone else in their neighborhood drives. Although it would certainly be fun to drive a more unique car with more personality such as a fully-restored classic or a high-powered muscle car, a significant investment may cause for careful consideration today. Choosing how to spend or invest cash wisely became more difficult when people discovered that…

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17Jun 2013
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General Motors’ Global Expansion in 2013

The year 2012 was a good one for General Motors (GM), and as many economies around the world are beginning to recover from the recent economic slump, the auto industry as a whole has been enjoying improved sales both here in the U.S. and abroad. Among the largest automotive manufacturers, GM is still the sales leader here in the U.S., reporting a steady growth in sales volume over the last year. Of GM’s four leading marques, all have recently reported…

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3Jun 2013
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The GM/Ford 10-Speed Tranny Project

Although most people would consider General Motors and Ford to be arch rivals in the automotive marketplace, the largest two of Detroit’s once Big Three manufacturers actually do a lot of research and development work together. Ford Motor Company and General Motors have worked together in the past and both recently announced plans to work together once again on a joint venture that is aimed at developing new nine- and 10-speed automatic transmissions. The research and development on any new…

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28May 2013
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Decoding General Motors Body Style Designations

General Motors vehicles have long been produced on shared platforms with each platform or body type fitting into designated GM vehicle “families” that use alphabet letters to separate them. The alphabetic codes used were always single letters and way back in 1946 GM began using a standard set of body style codes consisting of just the four letters A, B, C and D. Four different letter designations were all that was needed at the time because GM’s assortment of vehicles…

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20May 2013
By OPGI no comments Featured Products Industry News

Restoration Tip – Get the Factory Manuals

Using the correct repair guides for your specific car can help you to diagnose problems and also help you to restore it in the correct manner. This can save you many hours of work and a lot of money too. You’ll need the right Service Manual, Assembly Manual, Fisher Body Manual, and Chassis Service Manual for your particular vehicle, and thankfully most are still available today as GM licensed reprints of the original books. (more…)

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13May 2013
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Cadillac Authentication from the GM Heritage Center

Although the automobile was not invented in the U.S., mass production methods were born here when Henry Ford created the assembly line as a way of making fully interchangeable parts. Henry Ford’s innovation and insight also helped create the new mass production atmosphere in which GM was created. When it comes to Cadillac, often considered the most innovative division of GM, the company’s roots can be traced back to Henry Leland, the man whose focus on precision manufacturing and high…

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17Sep 2012
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Your New Project Car: 6 Tips to Finding the One

When you’re starting a new project, there are a few points to consider before purchasing a project car.  If you already have a car that you’re restoring, then it is likely you chose it because there were aspects of the car that you liked more than the others out there.  Here are 6 tips to help you make sure you’re getting the right one for the right deal. (more…)

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