Miami, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/18/2011 -- The eAssist technology improves fuel economy by 25 percent over the 2011 four-cylinder/six-speed powertrain. Buick Miami drivers can enjoy the Florida sunshine with longer road trips and fewer stops to the gas station as the 2012 Buick Regal gets 26 mpg city and a whopping 37 mpg highway.

“Buick’s eAssist technology means customers don’t have to trade a premium driving experience for efficiency,” said Tony DiSalle, vice president of Buick marketing. “We believe Regal and LaCrosse with eAssist provide more logical and affordable choices, compared to other hybrid midsize and full-size luxury sedans.”

The 2012 Buick Regal with eAssist will be available to Buick Miami customers this fall. The eAssist system’s 115V air-cooled lithium-ion battery bolsters the 2.4L Ecotec four-cylinder engine with 182 horsepower and approximately 11 kW (15 hp) of electric power assist during heavy acceleration. The system also enables the Ecotec engine to shut down fuel delivery in certain deceleration conditions, which saves additional fuel. While in fuel shut-off mode, the induction motor-generator unit continues spinning along with the engine to provide immediate and smooth take-off power when the driver presses on the accelerator. Then, as the vehicle comes to a stop, the induction motor-generator unit spins the engine, bringing it to a smooth stop – properly positioned for a smooth restart.

2012 Buick Regal With eAssist Coming This Fall To Brickell Buick & GMC

Regal with eAssist technology also features improved underbody aerodynamics and tires optimized for performance and fuel economy. It also features a hill-assist system that captures brake pressure to help the driver more comfortably accelerate from a stop on a moderate or steep grade. It does this by greatly reducing the tendency of the vehicle to roll backward with the engine in shutdown mode.

“The capability to deliver electric boost to the powertrain system during heavy acceleration and grade driving enables the engine and transmission to operate more efficiently,” said Steve Poulos, global chief engineer of the eAssist system. “Full fuel shutoff at stops and during deceleration complements electric boost and regenerative braking with additional fuel savings.”

For more information on the 2012 Buick Regal with eAssist please call Brickell Buick & GMC at 305-809-6059 or visit its website at http://www.brickellgmc.com today.

About Brickell Motors:
Brickell Motors is located in Miami and serves Honda, Buick, & GMC customers in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Hialeah and Hollywood region with quality Honda vehicles. Brickell Motors supplies customers with a large inventory of new and used Honda, Buick, & GMC vehicles. The Miami Auto dealership also provides a full service center, parts center and auto financing assistance.

Contact Brickell Motors:
665 Southwest 8th Street
Miami, FL 33130
305-809-6059