The US may be notorious for its 4x4s and large trucks, but in recent times its caught on to the green car message as fuel costs spiral around the $4 a gallon mark. Now, several US based manufacturers have launched green car concepts of their own – with some of the best on display at the British International Motor Show.
Cadillac’s new right-hand drive 2009 CTS is making its UK debut at the show. With its sport luxury premium trim level and a choice of 2.8litre and 3.6litre V6 engines its fair to say you don’t automatically picture the environment when you check out this car, which might just help Cadillac fight back amid flagging sales as a rival brand to BMW and Audi. However, the Cadillac stand is also showcasing the Provoq Crossover Fuel Cell Concept, which has no harmful emissions at all.
Visitors can also take a glimpse into Hummer’s future with the HX Concept, which is much more nimble, compact and versatile than its predecessor. It features a lightweight body, removable roof panels and a fuel efficient 3.6litre E85 FlexFuel V6 engine.
Elsewhere at the show, Peugeot is hosting a kids’ driving school for children between one and 1.4metres tall, and Honda is presenting a show setting out its history in its 60th anniversary year. If you’d like to attend the show you’ll have to be quick – the last day doors are open at the London ExCeL is this Sunday, August 03.
