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With their backs Granite crossover, GMC in Los Angeles wanted to present a new interpretation of the model, this time converted to a pick- up compact. The GMC Granite Concept CPU (CPU Compact Pick Up ) is a pick -up that could follow an idea similar to similar vehicles ( relatively speaking, of course ) the group GM sells in South America, which leads us to believe that GM U.S. is aware that there is still a small cargo vehicle.

But let’s put aside the assumptions. The CPU Concept offers a small load, with a gateway (divided by two) that opens sideways instead of down, with few amenities dedicated to improving their ability to load and access.

A pity that the model is not even close to being contemplated for production, but will remain as a design exercise. Would seem more practical than the original Granite, intended for users in North America who need a truck that size is not imposing, as the GMC pick -up we have seen so far.

In one of the most important tuning events worldwide, the SEMA Show in Las Vegas was opened on 3 novienmbre, presented the new Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 Concept. This new model is suitable for demanding off-road driving.

The exterior highlights its new completely reworked front and a hood made ​​of carbon fiber. Also equipped with wheels BBS RD 20-inch Goodyear Wrangler tires from 35 inches to clear the road character. The interior has black leather seats with lots of details in carbon fiber.

As your engine is a supercharged V8 for a volumetric compressor that develops a total power of about 550 hp. But still unaware of their benefits or their consumption. The ZR2 Concept Chevrolet Silverado headlined by high suspension that will allow passage through any terrain.

Again, the independent body that we take as reference security in the continent, EuroNCAP has released the results of 14 vehicles. Perhaps most interesting is that we also have the results of the first Chinese model presents crash test of this European organization.

The Asian model is the Landwind CV9, a minivan of a firm that may recodéis the SUV that was a dismal performance in crash tests conducted by the ADAC. As the brand has become a burden this time presenting a minivan that has achieved only two stars, the rest of the results after the jump.

The Audi A1, Mini Countryman, ix35 Hyundai, Kia Sportage and Come, and the Volkswagen Passat and Sharan have obtained the precious five stars in crash tests. Like three models are manufactured in Spain, the Opel Meriva ( Figueruelas ) and the Ford C -MAX C -MAX Grand ( Almussafes) have also obtained five stars.

On the other hand, the Nissan Micra and Volkswagen Amarok have stayed at the four stars, in the case of pick -up is remarkable protection to pedestrians where he has achieved the highest score of the segment. And finally we have a surprise, the Jaguar XF has only four stars, a surprise. It seems that the protection of adults and children in the Jaguar can be improved, as well as protection from whiplash.

When we see out the president and chief executive of Ford Europe, Stephen T. Odell, the stage at the Blue Oval’s stand in Hall 5 of the Geneva Motor Show on March 1, better than we are sitting, because “a groundbreaking new model” we looked at the press conference. Ford does not give details, so for now, has managed to create suspense.

What we do has already confirmed that product to accompany surprise is the next generation in its playful Ranger Wildtrak, which will be released throughout Europe this year. This is characterized by features similar to the previous model, such as metal arc on the box or chrome trim.

Likewise, the new Ranger will have a more complete equipment with items such as rear view camera, satellite navigation system or Bluetooth. Do not miss a new addition to the ecological ECOnetic range, such as the Mondeo with the 1.6 Duratorq TDCi 115 hp, which, combined with technology like Auto Start -Stop system, emits just 114 grams of CO2 per kilometer.

Finally, the Ford Individual customization program has created the Metal Ka, a special version of the urban model that replaces the Tattoo. It is distinguished by specific dark paint, chrome components such as exhaust pipes or handle of the tailgate and the upholstery fabric black with decorative circles on the seats.

The other models on the Ford stand at Geneva will be known either by the recent announcement of the Fiesta RS WRC good for the Detroit show in January: Vertrek Concept Electric and Focus C- Max Energy and Hybrid and as another instance of the Transit Connect Electric, which continues its testing phase in the UK.

Do you think that American users of the pick -up would not be interested to have hybrid engines? But I do not think that is the case, but it seems that director Ram it is, and has announced that there will be hybrid versions (much less plug ) of the Ram 1500.

The explanation comes to mind from the hand of the previous entry, as mentioned in the opinion of the CEO to the owners of pick -up are not interested in buying vehicles with hybrid engines.

The reality is that there are 140 Ram 1500 with hybrid powertrain that Ram built largely thanks to several loans from the U.S. and Canadian governments, for electric vehicle technology. I do not know how about this fall among those close to Obama, but Ram has decided to sell 140 units to these companies and put an end to the project. In fact, it has already sold most of the 1500 Hybrid.

The Ram has given consolation is that in the near future be able to leverage some technologies of Fiat, in terms of consumption. On view are diesel engines ( with what you would enter the market for compact pick- up ) and MultiJet engines.

There are good times to present the teaser of another generation of pick- up another American, but the guys at GM spend the whole energy crisis and high gasoline prices. Today Chevrolet anticipates the next generation of Colorado, the pick -up mid-range brand, sister of the GMC Canyon.

Were it not that Thailand is a country that builds the model, perhaps a little unusual to be present the model in that country, 32 ° International Exhibition of Bangkok. It also helps the fact that Thailand is another emerging market that has shown significant growth in the segment of this type of vehicle, with 43 % of total sales in the local market, according to high officials of GM.

As the model is said that the teaser is showing the concept version, which will be very close to the final production model. It keeps the design of the previous generation, preserving the pattern of pick-up double cabin. The redesign has focused on the front of the vehicle, closer now to the grill and lights scheme used in the Equinox.

On the other hand, has not announced when the next generation to other countries where it sells the model, or whether there will be some mechanical changes, so for now continues with the Vortec 3.7-liter V6 ( another version of 2.9-liter ) V8 with version 5.3.

In a market like the U.S. where the pick- up charge is almost as important (or more ) and passenger sedans, Ford has decided to discontinue one of its most successful models in their home country, the Ford Ranger, because closing the only plant that was producing the model.

The inevitable step comes after 28 years of producing millions of units sold and many grains of sand that this small pick -up sided with Ford in the darkest ages of the company and when almost exclusively dependent on the sales of the Ranger or F -150.

There is still another Ranger, the 2012 model will be sold globally in the world and not in the U.S.. Strangely, and as such makes a killing Toyota in the segment of medium-sized pick -up, the Dearborn company has lost all interest in this type of vehicle, as it is engaged in making many of its models to become global.

There is nothing specifically mentioned about the Dodge Dakota, except that it is a pick- up medium-sized American, the first of its size to have a V8 engine this year and was serving 24 years on the market. Chrysler has decided to end production of this vehicle that had sold only 13,000 units in the past year.

Apparently, they were fired workers who were working in the assembly of the Dakota, although Chrysler says it will be assigned to other workplaces within the same company before the union workers begin to tighten the nuts to the group led by Marchionne. But possibly the deceased Dakota pass to a new Chrysler model.

Such a model would be built under the platform of the Dakota and would be released under the name Ram, which now has the impressive pick -up 1500. It will be the most accessible solution for Chrysler, not having to invest too much in development and design, while adding a vehicle to the line of Ram.

The German carmaker has launched worldwide later version of a car useful for any job, it is a small pick- up called Volkswagen Saveiro 2011, his body shows the delicacy of their details and elements as well as the cunning that can be mobilized in the city or the countryside. It is noteworthy that since last year remodeling expected in the vehicle, however it was the middle of this year decided to introduce the brand to dealerships.

One of the curiosities of this model that bears no resemblance to almost any previous version, and others have to accept that their appearance has changed significantly, becoming one of the pick- up’s most attractive compact 2011.

The third installment

Few know this but the Volkswagen Saveiro 2011 is the third lead of a model from the beginning was very successful in general trade, I mean the Volkswagen Gol Trend car that was the basis for building the Volkswagen Voyage which was released the year last European territory, from the account we will let you see some radical changes that have been embedded in the bodywork of this pick -up.

Updated compliment
The updates range from the incorporation of small items to the front, for example the division of the front grille which has two slits at the top where it has been embedded right in the middle of the company logo, so it ‘s later design simple and elegant, the successful optics is well matched the gray of the structure, and if that were not enough, Volkswagen Saveiro 2011 has a carrying capacity equivalent to 734 kg.

In previous articles we talked about the possible launch of the golden version of the Volkswagen Touareg, as we ‘ve visited in good hour since this release has been made recently, it’s about the appearance of the Golden Edition is the main characteristic in its body in that sense you just need to appreciate its shape to the delight of the golden number of details to incur throughout your body.

It should be noted that the brilliant touches not only painting but it is real gold of high quality, and this was confirmed through the publication by the brand through their official website where it was found that the terminations were made Volkswagen Touareg 24 carat gold, no doubt a touch of entertainment to the front of our vehicle.

Most important elements
The most important modifications of the Volkswagen Touareg was designed more than anything to the outside, from the account proceed to mention to the incorporation of its 22-inch wheels with new design whose radios have finished in gold so that when you roll over any surface brightness emanating stands everywhere.

Items that have a golden hue

To be more specific on the issue of gold accents then you mention some, the roof bar, the welds to protect doors, mirrors and covers to finish the window frames respectively.