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The cancellation of the 2020 Geneva Motor Show due to the coronavirus outbreak has deprived us of the opportunity of witnessing the debut of the new Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA and GTAm. And let me tell you, it would have been a beautiful sight. But never fear! These sketches are here to show you the new face of the Giulia Quadrifoglio -and what a face it is. With a bold design, the Alfa Romeo GTA has come to transform the sedan into an ultra-sports vehicle. GTA stands for "Gran Turismo Alleggerita," a lighter car for faster speeds. The 2020 Alfa Romeo GTA is a redesign of the 1965 Giulia Sprint GTA, the first of many lighter high-performance sports Alfas. The debut is also part of the celebrations that mark the 110th year since the creation of Alfa Romeo. Both the GTA and the GTAm are limited-edition, there will only be 500 units built in total. As it stands, we don't even know if any of these models will make it to North America. If you are in Europe, you might want to be quick with your reservation; we're sure the few available units will not stay in the dealerships for long. The Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA The Alfa Romeo GTA has had its aerodynamics reworked, with new side skirts, a distinctive rear spoiler, active front splitter, and rear diffuser. The GTA handling has also been improved thanks to collaborations with the Sauber Formula 1 program. Also part of the re-imagination of the Giulia model is the Alfa Romeo GTA's center-lock wheels, as well as wider 50mm-wider tracks. In the interior, we are delighted with an Alcantara dashboard, door panels, pillars, seats, and glovebox. The Giulia GTAm The M in GTAm stands for "modificata," modified. Note that the two-seat design is not just a concept idea: the GTAm is a street-legal sports car that looks more like a super aggressive racing car. And it's not just for looks. The GTAm features a carbon-fiber roll bar, racing seats, and a Sabelt harness. The side and rear window frames are made of Lexan, a light material used in competition vehicles. Alfa claims to have reduced the weight of the Giulia Quadrifoglio by 100 kilos. The lighter weight is achieved thanks to a carbon fiber hood, driveshaft, roof, wheel arch extensions, and front fascia. Both models also include an Akrapovič titanium exhaust. Alfa claims a zero-to-62mph time of 3.6 seconds for both models, which are undoubtedly achieved thanks to the modifications in aerodynamics and materials. Those lucky enough to get their hands on the Alfa Romeo GTA and GTAm can expect to be assigned a brand specialist who will work with them through the sales process. A personalized kit, which includes a GTA Bell helmet, Alpinestars racing suit, and a customized car cover will be included. All of this comes together with a slot in the Alfa Romeo Driving Academy, a real treat for sport car fans.

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Alfa Romeo enthusiasts around the world will undoubtedly be happy to learn that Alfa is reviving the GTV model. The Alfa Romeo GTV made its debut for the first time in 1967 with another name: The 1750 GT Veloce. With a more powerful engine than its GT counterparts, the GT Veloce was, as its name indicates, faster. The coupe saw a few changes as the years passed. They got lighter chassis and updated engines. However, the Alfa Romeo GTV had its days counted in North America. Its production for that market lasted until 1974 when it was terminated. 1994 saw a new Alfa Romeo GTV. The concept for the car was presented that same year in the Paris Motor Show, while the actual launch was made in 1995, in the Geneva Motor Show. The joy was short-lived for Americans since the company left the United States market. But never fear, you will soon have the chance of witnessing and maybe even driving a piece of history in the form of the revamped GTV model. So, What Do We Know About the New GTV? Well, we know that it will probably be impressive. The GTV will be based on the Giulia and Stelvio platforms, which we've already seen at work. Since they'll share the same platform, the GTV will probably have some similarities with the Giulia in the interior. The coupe will ride closer to the ground. We can also expect that the Alfa Romeo GTV in its latest iteration will seat up to four, including the driver. Official confirmation in summer 2018 by then-CEO Sergio Marchionne in a major product announcement, in which he revealed the GTV would return as a range-topper with a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive. Power-wise, we've already seen the V6, 2.9-liter engine in the Giulia Quadrifoglio. This 505-horsepower twin-turbo engine guarantees a powerful, thrilling ride. Unlike the Quadrifoglio, we can almost surely expect to see a hybrid engine, although we cannot say this for sure, yet. Other features that the GTV will most likely share with the 2020 Giulia are the driver assistance and the infotainment center we've already seen. If this is true, the Alfa Romeo GTV will also include automated emergency braking and adaptive cruise control. Unlike the last GTV, the 2020 Alfa Romeo GTV will feature a 50:50 ratio of weight distribution, which will give it better precision when driving. This new model is presented as a rival to the Mercedes C-class Coupe, the Audi A5, and the BMW 4-series. It won't be a limited-edition; instead, it will come off the standard production line. This new model was to be presented, as is tradition, in the 90th edition of the Geneva International Motor Show, which had to be suspended due to the coronavirus outbreak. However, we anticipate that it will still arrive on time to be part of the 2021 production line. We expect you are as anxious as we are for more information on the new Alfa Romeo GTV. Hopefully, Alfa Romeo won't keep us waiting for long.

Keep dirt, dust, and germs away from your Alfa Romeo vehicle while also maintaining the beauty of your car. No one likes a dirty car. Cars can be filled with dust, dirt, and germs. On average, Americans spend 18 days in their car per year. That's a lot of time sitting in traffic jamming out to music on your way to work or driving your kids around town. Cars are high-traffic areas and breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses. Keep your vehicle and family germ-free with Champion Alfa Romeo's clean car tips. Follow our car cleaning guide to protect yourself and your loved ones this season. Clean Car Tip #1: Grab the RIGHT Cleaning Products and Gloves Not all cleaning products are made equal. Understand what your car's interior is made of. Is it fabric? Is it leather? Or maybe a combination of both? Choosing the right cleaning products will allow you to clean your car thoroughly while also maintaining the quality of your Alfa Romeo vehicle. If you aren't sure which cleaners will do the best job, the CDC has provided recommendations. Make sure to also have a vacuum ready to pick up the dirt and dust. In addition, make sure to glove up since you don't want to harm your hands with harsh chemicals and spread more germs in your car. Gloves will also come in handy when picking up trash - like used tissues. Practice proper glove removal by peeling off and turning inside out. The CDC also recommends you wash your hands immediately after removing your gloves and not to use reusable gloves since they can hold onto viruses and spread it to another surface. Clean Car Tip #2: Don't Forget Between the Seats or Other High Touch areas When a car is dirty, it is easy to notice large dirt particles such as receipts and bags. Make sure that you look for the smaller dirt and dust particles that inhabit between and under the seats. Some overlooked areas that still need cleaning are the infotainment touch screen, the climate and audio controls, the steering wheel, the gear shifter, the turn signal, power window, mirror, and locking buttons, keys, and push-button ignitions. Avoid damaging your electronics by using disinfecting wipes and avoid using ammonia-based cleaning products. These products can deteriorate the anti-glare coating. Instead, it is best to spritz an alcohol-based cleaner onto a microfiber cloth for a quick wipe down. The EPA even has an approved products list of products that are effective and safe to use. Clean Car Tip #3: Remove your Floor Mats Using an upholstery attachment without bristles on your vacuum for this step. First, begin with your carpets. It is best to go over the carpet area multiple times to ensure all dust and dirt is removed. The next area is one of the most forgotten areas. Check the area around the accelerator and the brake pedals. It is usually the dirtiest area since the driver's legs rest here. Pay special attention to this area. Lastly, using the same attachment, vacuum the floor mats and give them a quick tap outside of the vehicle to ensure all dust has been removed. If there is some tough dirt remaining, repeat this step. Car Cleaning Tip #4: Clean the Plastic and Vinyl Segments Grab a microfiber cloth and a vinyl cleaner. First, using one side of the cloth, wipe the dust away. Next, spray a little vinyl cleaner on the cloth and wipe the surface. Make sure to get the door panels, glove box, steering wheel column covers, and anywhere else that has plastic or vinyl. If your Alfa Romeo vehicle has carbon fiber, you can use a microfiber cloth and a detail spray or the same soap you would use on the exterior paint. No spot should go uncleaned! Car Cleaning Tip #5: Clean the Seats and Windows If you have leather seats, make sure you have a leather cleaner, a leather conditioner, and a microfiber cloth. The American Chemistry Council and the Center of the Biocide Chemistries has a list of products that are approved to be used on soft surfaces. Spray the leather cleaner onto the cloth and wipe all leather surfaces. Once the surface is dry, apply the leather conditioner to maintain a wrinkle-free leather seat. Windows should be cleaned last so that you can remove any other conditioners or cleaners that landed on them during the cleaning process. This will retain the glassy condition and streak-free shine. To clean your windows and windshield, apply glass cleaner onto a microfiber cloth and wipe until windows are shiny and clean. Don't forget to remove the dust in the window seal. This is the area that the window goes in when it is rolled down completely. Why is it Important to Clean My Vehicle? Not only is cleaning your vehicle important for maintaining your new car look and feel, but it can also help prevent the spread of germs and reinfection. If you have children, you know they make it easy to spread germs. Pay attention to surfaces that your children touch all the time. Wash items like car seats, car blankets, rear-seat entertainment systems, climate controls, seat belts, and even books or toys that are kept in the car. Make sure to follow the care instructions on your child's favorite stuffed animals or let the toy take a ride in the washing machine on a gentle setting. Hard plastic toys should be washed in a diluted bleach solution. According to the CDC, the best solution is mixing four tablespoons of bleach into a quart of water or five tablespoons in a gallon. Never mix ammonia and bleach-based cleaners! Prevent Reinfection by Keeping Wipes and Hand Sanitizer Handy It is always good to keep a bottle of hand sanitizer in your car. Not only is it great for giving your hands a quick clean after pumping gas, but also for cleaning hands when soap is not readily available to stop the spread of germs. Look for a hand sanitizer that has an alcohol content of at least 60 percent. Regularly disinfect your steering wheel, gear shifter, and any other surfaces you touch often. https://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1122782_study-americans-spend-18-days-in-their-car-per-year-forge-close-bonds-with-a-vehicle

The long-standing rivalry between Alfa Romeo and BMW is almost legendary. Even though it has been a while since the Italian brand was seen on this side of the pond, consumers have not lost one bit of loyalty. For decades, these two sporty icons have battled against each other for the lion's share of sales. The battle is on again with the impressive Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport pitted against the BMW X3. The Alfa's gorgeous looks, impressive handling, and dramatic exterior styling are very much up to par with the exterior of BMW X3. The interior boosts maximum convenience and comfort with its ability to seat five passengers with tons of legroom, easy to use infotainment system, and seats sculpted for support for long drives. The Stelvio Ti Sport was built at the point where luxury and race champion performance cross. The magic the engineers created under the hood in Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport is genuinely remarkable. The peppy 2.0L engine can crank out 280 horsepower at 5200 rpm. Even in the tamest of the three available drive settings, the Ti's tiller is nearly too sharp on center, requiring many speed corrections on the highway. With a fantastic degree of compliance over rough terrain and a smooth, yet powerful inline-4, the Alfa Romeo is genuinely an excellent ride. Conclusion - In a world of boring crossovers, the Stelvio Ti Sport is a spicy Italian meatball decked out in a splashy Ferragamo suit. Specs: 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine which generates 280 horsepower overall length measures 184.6 in, and the overall height is 66 in 40.2 in front seat headroom the cargo-carrying capacity of 18.5 cubic feet standard 8.8-inch widescreen display plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity Conclusion - In a world of boring crossovers, the Stelvio Ti Sport is a spicy Italian meatball decked out in a splashy Ferragamo suit. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Ti Sport is the ideal vehicle for people looking for luxurious amenities and practicality and love the feel of driving a large, muscular SUV. Although both vehicles offer mega-power and the BMW certainly puts up a good fight, the smart money is on the Alfa.

The Alfa Romeo Tonale will elevate the standard of what it means to drive a luxury subcompact sports SUV...plus it will be "electrifiying". The new 2020 Alfa Romeo Tonale beautifully integrates traditional Italian design with the power and elegance expected of a modern vehicle, exemplifying Alfa Romeo's 'La meccanica delle emozioni.' Unlike the larger Giulia sedan, the MY2020 Alfa Romeo Tonale (pronounced | Toi nĀ leɪ |, NOT "toe nail") has made a shift with its redesigned cockpit for more hands-on control. The Tonale is expected to use the same front and all-wheel drive as Fiat 500X and Jeep Renegade. The Tonale will also have a 10.3-inch touchscreen display, improved graphics, and state-of-the-art connectivity, along with the following: 3-inch digital gauge cluster with a new design layout. New infotainment features, " Paddock " and " Alfista." A handful of connectivity features includes Wi-Fi Hotspot, Mobile App with remote control, SOS and Private calling, Roadside Assistance with a vehicle, and stolen car finder. ADAS Level II autonomy which includes a balanced driver/machine driving experience such as: Highway Assist Traffic Jam Assist Traffic Sign Recognition Lane Keep Assist Active Blind Spot Assist Driver Attention Alert Full-Speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus Centre console has leather-wrapped shifters, rotary knobs, and dials. Open storage capacity design that allows larger cup holders and wireless cellphone charging pads. In addition to all the new features added for the 2020 models, Alfa Romeo has made it standard to equip every car produced with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, keyless entry, remote start, LED bi-xenon exterior lights, DNA Drive Mode selector and backup cameras with sensors, class-executive carbon-fiber driveshaft, and an 8-Speed automatic transmission with column-mounted aluminum paddle shifters. Additionally, it has new color options! What makes the 2020 Alfa Romeo Tonale most interesting is that it will use an AWD system that uses an electric motor to deliver power to rear wheels accelerating, decelerating, and taking corners with stunning ease and speed. As with any luxury car, the Tonale will come with various configurations from which you can choose. Technical specifications are shrouded in mystery at the moment, but it is expected to feature a hybrid powertrain derived from Compass PHEVs and Jeep Renegade. However, if you are eager to have an idea of how powerful it should be here noted that Afla Romeo's Giulia Quadrifoglio, which boasts a Ferrari-derived, 505-horsepower V-6 twin-turbocharged engine, achieves 0 - 60 mph in an incredible 3.8 seconds and a maximum speed of 191 mph, this car is the most powerful Alfa Romeo ever in mass production. We have to wait and see how close the Tonale will fall in terms of power. Alfa Romeo is expected to start producing the Tonale in the middle of this year, and they will go on sale in Europe towards the latter half of the year. The Tonale is designed to compete with the BMW X1/X2, Lexus UX, and Audi Q3. Alfa Romeo Tonale's 2020 pricing details haven't been announced yet.

The driver is at the center in the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia A new cockpit and additional technology that take a proven performance formula to the next level. As the first of a new generation of vehicles on an all-new platform, the Alfa Romeo Giulia and Giulia Ti models embody Alfa Romeo's La meccanica delle emozioni (the mechanics of emotion) spirit, delivering race-inspired performance with class-leading 280 horsepower, advanced technologies, seductive Italian style, including an available Q4 all-wheel-drive system, while ultimately delivering an exhilarating driving experience to the premium mid-size sedan segment. As the "halo" model in the lineup, the Giulia Quadrifoglio highlights Alfa Romeo's exclusive motorsports expertise with a best-in-class, 505-horsepower, 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine, earning the title of the most-powerful Alfa Romeo production car engine ever and the quickest with an unsurpassed 3.8 second 0-60 miles per hour (mph) time. Plus, Quadrifoglio set a Nürburgring record lap time of 7:32, the fastest ever by a five-passenger production sedan. The new Alfa Romeo Giulia New for 2020, standard 8.8-inch center touchscreen display with improved graphics and state-of-the-art connectivity and additional standard content for the 2020 model year, including: Standard 8.8-inch center touchscreen display offers driver configurable interactive widgets and horizontal scroll for additional personalization with improved layout, new vehicle performance pages, expanded navigation view and revised graphics Standard 7-inch thin-film transistor (TFT) driver instrument cluster screen includes all-new design, layout and graphics, including upgraded advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) functionality and updated vehicle information pages Standard SiriusXM Radio with complimentary 12-month subscription Host of new connectivity features: Wi-Fi Hotspot, Mobile App with remote operations, SOS Call (Private) and Roadside Assistance, Vehicle Finder, Stolen Vehicle Locator and Assistance, and select Firmware Over the Air (OTA) updates New ADAS features level II autonomy and additional standard safety and security content for 2020, including: New ADAS features provide high level of automated driving for optimized balance between driver and machine, including: Highway assist system Traffic jam assist system Traffic sign recognition Lane Keep Assist Active Blind Spot Assist Driver attention alert Standard Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus New and enhanced interior with premium content: New center console that features leather-wrapped gear shifter with bright accents, premium rotary knobs and dial materials, open front storage with larger cup holders, increased storage capacity and available wireless mobile phone charging pad New steering wheel designs for Giulia and Giulia Quadrifoglio models include improved materials and bezel finishes adding distinctive style Exterior enhancements, including three new metallic exterior colors: Anodized Blue, Lunare White Metallic and Verde Visconti Metallic Highlights All Giulia sedans are well equipped with standard leather seating, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, SiriusXM Radio with complimentary 12-month subscription, keyless passive entry, remote start, bi-xenon headlamps with LED daytime running lights (DRL) and LED taillights, Alfa DNA Drive Mode selector, backup camera with rear park sensors, and Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus The sports car of its segment, all Giulia models feature near perfect 50/50 weight distribution and class-leading power and performance with key race-inspired features, including a class-exclusive carbon-fiber driveshaft, flat-bottom Formula One-inspired steering wheel, Alfa DNA Drive Mode selector, and an eight-speed automatic transmission with available steering column-mounted aluminum paddle shifters with gear shifts in less than 100 millisecond. Giulia and Giulia Ti feature an all-aluminum, 2.0-liter, direct-injection turbocharged engine delivering a class-leading, standard 280 horsepower and 306 lb.-ft. of torque, allowing it to launch from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds and achieve a top speed of 149 mph All Giulia sedans feature an eight-speed automatic transmission with available column-mounted aluminum paddle shifters, designed for enthusiasts and shifts in less than 100 milliseconds. The Ferrari-derived, 505-horsepower V-6 twin-turbocharged engine in the Giulia Quadrifoglio achieves 0-60 mph in 3.8 seconds and a top speed of 191 mph Giulia Quadrifoglio features a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio of approximately seven pounds per horsepower, and the most-direct steering available, thanks to a rear-wheel-drive-based Giorgio architecture with extensive use of lightweight materials Giulia Quadrifoglio features distinct styling and the most-powerful production Alfa Romeo engine ever developed with a 505 horsepower, 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged and intercooled V-6 engine, carbon fiber hood, roof and rear spoiler, adaptive performance suspension, Alfa DNA Pro with Race Mode, torque vectoring rear differential, carbon fiber active aero front splitter, Harman Kardon premium audio system, carbon fiber interior trim and 3-D Navigation The performance-inspired Giulia Quadrifoglio also benefits from unique design features, including standard anodized brake calipers with red Alfa Romeo script and signature 19-inch bright five-hole forged aluminum wheels. Model Lineup For 2020, the Alfa Romeo Giulia lineup consists of six models: Giulia Giulia Sport Giulia Ti Giulia Ti Sport Giulia Ti Sport Carbon Giulia Ti Lusso Giulia Quadrifoglio The Alfa Romeo Giulia lineup consists of two appearance packages: Nero Edizione (Giulia, Giulia Sport, Giulia Ti Giulia Ti Sport, Giulia Quadrifoglio) Exterior Carbon Fiber Package (Giulia Quadrifoglio) Available Exterior Colors: Alfa Black Alfa White Alfa Rosso Silverstone Gray Metallic Stromboli Gray Metallic Vesuvio Gray Metallic Vulcano Black Metallic Misano Blue Metallic Montecarlo Blue Metallic Anodized Blue Metallic Lunare White Metallic Verde Visconti Metallic Rosso Competizione Tri-coat Trofeo White Tri-coat Available Interior Colors: Black interior with Dark Gray accent stitching Black/Tan interior (two-tone) Black/Red interior (two-tone) Black/Ice interior (two-tone) with Dark Gray accent stitching Ice interior with Ice accent stitching Crema interior (exclusive to Ti Lusso) Black interior with Red accent stitching (exclusive to Quadrifoglio) Black interior with Green and White accent stitching (exclusive to Quadrifoglio) Black/Red interior (two-tone) with Red accent stitching (exclusive to Quadrifoglio) Black/Ice interior (two-tone) with Green and White accent stitching (exclusive to Quadrifoglio)