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The GMC Denali XT is a hybrid powered Sport-Utility Truck (SUT) with small and unibody construction.

Inspired by car-chassis based pickups, the design and layout of the GMC Denali XT concept is similar with the Chevrolet El Camino. Instead of using the conventional body-on-frame method commonly used for trucks, the GMC Denali XT concept using a unibody construction, manages to remain relatively lightweight (giving better fuel economy) and offer superior handling characteristics.

With stiffness that is greater than most conventional, body-on-frame trucks, the Denali XT’s unibody structure supports a very capable truck platform. It also serves as the mounting point for the four-wheel independent suspension that gives the Denali XT its performance feel on the road.

The design and construction of the GMC Denali XT concept was undertaken by Holden Design, within the Australian arm of GM’s global design and engineering network. The concept is characterised by a muscular body and wide, firmly planted stance. Minimal overhangs, 23″ wheels, sleek headlamps and a low roof profile help deliver an aggressive, performance-oriented appearance.

The Denali XT’s design includes a new take on GMC’s iconic grille, with a prominent, four-bar element in addition to the large, red GMC logo and signature Denali background. Flared fenders accentuate the wide road stance. The stance is also enhanced when the Denali XT is lowered on its air-adjustable suspension, which creates a sleeker appearance that simultaneously improves aerodynamics.

Inside, the four-seat Denali XT concept blends mechanical functionality with leather-trimmed comfort. Billet-metal surrounds, controls and instruments convey the cold precision of an aircraft cockpit. This is balanced by the warmth of bespoke saddle-leather trimmed seats, center console armrest and door inserts.

“The form language is smooth and structured to characterize GMC’s power. The details have a deliberately contrasting mechanical aesthetic to mark GMC’s engineering sophistication,” said Warrack Leach, lead designer.

Power for the GMC Denali XT concept comes from a 326 horsepower V-8 4.9 litre E85-capable engine with Active Fuel Management (a system which deactivates half of the engine’s cylinders when they are not needed). Paired with the V8 power is a two-mode electrically-variable hybrid transmission which helps to reduce fuel consumption further by smoothly altering the gearing to allow the engine speed to remain at its optimum rpm when cruising, and when extra power is needed electric motors in the transmission provide the extra grunt. For low speed city driving the electric motors provide 100% of the Denali XT’s power.

Mitsubishi Eclipse 2009 get some minor cosmetic changes which include a new blacked-out front grille, similar with the unit that can be found on the Lancer Evolution, and at the rear a black insert houses the twin exhausts.

Mitsubishi Eclipse 2009 has also been improved on the power slightly with a new exhaust system which resulting torque to 262 lb-ft, and horsepower to 265 @ 5750 rpm.

Volkswagen Beetle 10th Anniversary has been released in AU. Volkswagen Beetle 10th Anniversary to celebrates a decade since the new Beetle released. Equipped with a sports suspension, a special interior, new alloy wheels, and a fresh color, the Volkswagen Beetle 10th Anniversary price for the 1.6 Liter 5 Speed Manual version starts at $27,990 and the price for the 1.6 Liter 6 Speed Automatic version at $30,290.

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Since 2000, it has been a fixture on our streets: the New Volkswagen Beetle. Now in 2008, the Volkswagen cult-car has been further enhanced, in the form of the New Volkswagen Beetle Anniversary Edition. New alloy wheels, sports suspension, a fresh color as well as a special interior. Altogether, this results in an exciting limited edition that has made the appearance of the New Volkswagen Beetle even more engaging. With the Anniversary Edition we celebrate the anniversary of the international introduction of this modern interpretation of the original Volkswagen Beetle’s iconic design in an eye catching, limited edition, packed full of value.
Based upon the affordable New Volkswagen Beetle Miami, the New Volkswagen Beetle Anniversary Edition offers a visually enhanced package, from the exclusive body color and stripe treatment, to the 17” Versus alloy wheels and front fog lights. While the feature rich interior is dominated by the striking leatherette upholstery in a unique black and white theme and also includes front sports seats and cruise control. This exclusive version has a particular visual appearance with an exclusive Campanella white body color contrasted by a black roof and door mirror housings. The look is completed with the distinguishing exterior stripe package.

There are plenty of storage areas, such as the lockable glovebox, front door storage nets and a sunglass compartment in the headlining. Also in the centre console are the up-to-date cup holders. Additionally, there are two 12-volt outlets in the front and back.

The interior comes across as very friendly with its likeable, black and white leatherette with white stitching and ‘10’ logo’s in the head restraints. Besides that, the New Volkswagen Beetle has a spacious feeling that seems unlimited in width and height in the front seats and offers ample space in the rear of this four-seater.

Very comforting: the central door locking system with programmable automatic locking of the doors after the car starts is like a bodyguard in the big-city jungle. Electric outside mirrors and active carbon filters for the interior air are further important details that come standard. Right in the driver’s door is a remote release for the 55-litre fuel tank cover as well as the cargo area. In its standard configuration, it holds 209 litres and expands to 527 litres when the seatback is collapsed.

The contouring of the body is distinctive. It transports the originality of the classic Volkswagen Beetle into contemporary times. The round stern, the dome-shaped roof, the rear section, the fenders with the hint of a footboard, the embedded round head - and tail lights - bring back memories of the Volkswagen Beetle while the sharp accented lines and windows confirm the up-to-date design and express youthful energy.

The self-supporting body made out of zinc-plated sheet steel, has a twelve-year guarantee against corrosion. The firm steel body of the New Volkswagen Beetle as well as the synthetic guards and bumpers are painted in a specially developed process, so that the coloring is identical. By the way, as in the past, guards and bumpers are screwed on, which enables low-cost repairs.

Meanwhile, the high design quality is confirmed by various international awards. The New Volkswagen Beetle received the coveted “Design of the Century Award” from the Industrial Designers of America (IDSA). This honors products whose design plays a significant role in the success of the product or brand. Before that, the New Volkswagen Beetle had received the “Product Design Award” from the Industry Forum Design in Hannover and the award for “Good Design” from the Chicago Athenaeum.

Part of the extensive standard equipment of the New Volkswagen Beetle are, amongst other things, driver and front seat passenger airbags, Head-Thorax airbag, ABS and EDS, dark-tinted side and rear window glass as well as hook-ups for the child seats in the rear.

The New Volkswagen Beetle Anniversary Edition is powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine delivering 75 kW / 102 PS.The engine transmits its power through a five-speed manual transmission and a six speed automatic transmission is available as an option. The manual transmission returns a combined fuel consumption of 7.7 L / 100 kilometres and the automatic 8.1 L / 100 kilometers.

Models and Recommended Retail Pricing for New Volkswagen Beetle Anniversary Edition:
- $27,990 : 1.6 Litre 5 Speed Manual
- $30,290 : 1.6 Litre 6 Speed Automatic