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First official shots of new BMW 5 Series leaked online

Michael Harley — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 08:49:00 EST

2010 BMW F10 5-Series - Click above for image gallery

BMW's official unveiling ceremony isn't until Monday, but a few authentic shots of the all-new "F10" BMW 5 Series are floating around cyberspace. These three low resolution images only give us a frontal glimpse of the upcoming 5 Series sedan, apparently as it does a dress rehearsal for its big show at the beginning of the week.

Our first sans-camouflage observation says it looks much like the 5 Series GT, its close sibling (nobody was expecting any radical styling departure anyway). Thanks to its "sport sedan" role, the new 5 Series four-door sports a slightly more aggressive flair to its front facade and side styling. In case you were wondering, the little black buttons just ahead of the front wheels are side view cameras, just like those found on the 7 Series. We'll reserve further judgment until Monday, when they pull the rest of the tarp off. Thanks for the tip, Brandon!

UPDATE: Full official gallery of shots from BMW added.

Gallery: 2010 BMW 5 Series F10 Official Pics

Gallery: 2011 BMW 5 Series sedan

[Source: 5post.com]

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Aw, Snap! Pontiac G8 revealed by Chicago Auto Show webcams

John Neff — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 15:55:00 EST

Sorry Pontiac, but who could've guessed that your big unveiling at the 2007 Chicago Auto Show would've been foiled by a simple webcam? We had our money on Car and Driver spilling the beans, but an eagle-eyed member of the G8board.com forum managed to grab these screen shots of the jumbotron erected in Pontiac's display at the Chicago Auto Show. The huge screen was running through its video of the Aussie-sourced, rear-wheel drive G8 sedan right in front of a webcam that is set up to capture images of the South Hall at McCormick Place. There are more than a few pics, most showing little bits here and there of this most highly anticipated Pontiac sedan... except for the one above, which shows the car in all its glory. Other pics, including one of the car's rear that show taillights creeping up onto the decklid, confirm that the G8 is a rebadged version of the Commodore SS-V wearing wheels from the ultra high-performance HSV GTS model. Enjoy, and thank to the boys and girls at G8board.com for the sneak peek.

Check out the rest of the pics in this gallery. Thanks to everyone who sent in a tip for this!

[Source: G8board.com]

Gallery: Pontiac G8 webcam shots

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Chrysler Group Media Preview: We came, we saw, we can't say anything

John Neff — Wed, 13 Dec 2006 12:41:00 EST

Filed under: Concept Cars, Detroit Auto Show, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep

The Chrysler Group was kind enough to schedule its own media preview event the day after Ford's Showroom of the Future, so one Detroit rush hour traffic jam and crappy hotel room later we're back in the midst of future vehicles and concepts. Unlike Ford's event yesterday, the Chrysler Group featured only vehicles that are destined to be debuted on the auto show circuit this season, rather than visions of the future for 2008, 2009 and beyond. Nevertheless, everything we witnessed is embargoed at least until the Detroit show and later for some. Hopefully we won't get slapped for saying so, but the mood was positive in Chrysler's Design Dome as the press attended seem genuinely impressed with the majority of Chrysler's auto show lineup. There were certainly models we didn't see today that are being saved as suprises for the shows, but what we were privy to bodes well for The Chrysler Group. Of course, if other media outlets break the embargo you can bet we'll be all over it. Until then, our lips are sealed.

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2008 Chevy Malibu bowing in January, interior pic released

John Neff — Tue, 21 Nov 2006 14:32:00 EST

Filed under: Detroit Auto Show, Sedan, Chevrolet, GM

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General Motors confirmed today it will be unveiling the 2008 Chevy Malibu at the 2007 North American International Auto Show in Detroit come January. In order to keep us interested, the General also released an official shot of the Malibu's interior, said to be dressed in one of the car's available two-tone color combinations. In fact, Ed Peper, Chevy's General Manager, says in the press release that the Malibu, "will offer a number of striking and progressive interiors." That certainly sounds like Chevy may be offering more than one interior for the Malibu, much like with the new Chevy Silverado that offers two totally different interiors, one in which luxury is paramount and another for the worker bee. That speculation aside, the interior we see here features a dual cockpit design very reminiscent of the last generation Mustang's interior with two sweeping archs that define the driver and passenger space. We dig the rawhide red leather (check it out on the shifter) and matching dash panels, though one can never tell from a photo whether or not those large swaths of plastic feel rental car chintzy. The center stack features the new GM switchgear we've tested and liked in other cars, though the gauge pod buried within three deep cylinders looks like the similar kind used by Nissan of which we aren't so fond. All in all, however, color us impressed and now very anxious to see the whole car at the Detroit auto show in early January.

Check out the full press release offered by GM after the jump.

[Source: General Motors]

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Ford giving workers sneak peek at future lineup

John Neff — Thu, 16 Nov 2006 14:33:00 EST

Filed under: Concept Cars, Ford

"Check your cell phones at the door." That's what current Ford workers and retirees will hear when they arrive at Cobo Arena in Detroit on November 27th and 28th to witness a sneak peek at their employer's lineup of vehicles extending all the way out to 2010. About 25,000 people are expected to attend six sessions Ford will be hosting, each showcasing future vehicles through the use of images, animations, short videos and actual vehicles. The idea is to restore the faith these workers and retirees have in Ford Motor Company by showing off the actual product that's being planned to turn the company around. Each person will be required to sign a confidentiality agreement and no cameras, along with camera-equipped cell phones we presume, are allowed. There's not much we wouldn't give to be a fly on the wall of Cobo Arena during these preview sessions. What will they see? The 2010 Mustang? The next generation C1-based Focus? The F-150 that will tangle with the Tundra? Ford cleverly scheduled the event when most of the automotive press will be on its way to California for the L.A. Auto Show, but with that many eyes privy to Ford's future product, something's gotta give.

[Source: The Detroit News]

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