Electric Crossover of SsangYong in Paris 2012

For the Paris Motor Show, the Korean manufacturer Ssang Yong will provide a study on the name e-XIV - sounds (electric Exiting user Interface Vehicle). This is an electric crossover B-drawer which should be characterized by environmental and design.

For the electric drive there should be a range extender. However, it comes as not entirely without fuel, because it is an appropriate motor, which can charge the battery at any time. Which is already known from the Opel Ampera, the Chevrolet Volt and the Audi A1 e-tron.

The study should e-XIV with a wheelbase of 2.60 m, according Ssang Yong, be 4.16 m long, 1.79 m wide and 1.575 m high. Another little highlight, there is a glass roof with solar cells.

photos: © Ssang Yong

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Cadillac ATS in Paris 2012

A few weeks before the market launch at the Paris Motor Show is the ATS be a highlight from Cadillac. On 29 September the gates of the auto show opened and the premium sedan will not be the only thing that Cadillac has to offer there.

In Paris, the Americans will think that it is also the SRX revised with new engine and CUE, the infotainment car park.

But back to the Cadillac ATS: It is still unfortunately not too much is known. Under the hood is probably a 2-liter turbo gasoline engine is used. This makes 276 hp and is to come in 5.9 seconds from 0 to 100 km / h. Additionally, guests can choose between rear-and all-wheel drive.

The Cadillac ATS sedan will be available at dealerships in October and delivered in December. Here are a few photos :

photos: © Cadillac

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Cadillac XTS Limousine and Hearse

The beautiful Cadillac XTS will be available in versions hearse and limousines, for business purposes.

Versions of limousines which are increasingly popular and a hearse that was in need of a light refreshment.

limousine
At Cadillac, we offer a wheelbase limousine itself slightly elongated, produced at GM, and a very long wheelbase version, manufactured by specialized companies.

Among the main attention, we find:
- Heated seats;
- The curtain surrounding the passenger area;
- Dual-zone air conditioning;
- An air suspension.

To become a big limousine, sedan XTS sees its wheelbase lengthened to 3048 mm, purposely provide maximum usability for passengers.

Completely hand assembled, these high class limousines have a highly personalized interior, which meets every need of the customer.

the hearse
A hearse with panoramic roof located above the space reserved for a coffin or urn, it does not grow on trees. but

The Cadillac XTS hearse offer this treat to those who will to their final rest.

Photo: Cadillac

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