Archive for November, 2007
Motor Trend spies 2009 CTS-V
November 10, 2007 - 9:55 am
MotorTrend is reporting on some recent testing Cadillac was spotted doing of the next CTS-V in Colorado.
As we get closer to launch, the camouflage is getting less pronounced and some styling details are beginning to become clear. For instance, it is clear that the signature V-Series mesh grill is present and accounted for. Unusually styled wheels (for a V-Series) may mark either that the production wheels are not ready or a change in what V-Series wheels look like. Be sure to take a look at the recent CTS Sport concept, its bulging hood, and then take a peak at these spy shots – it looks like a very similar hood treatment to me…even if you can’t tell if the vents are present on the V.
MotorTrend is guessing that a detuned version of the new Corvette ZR-1 V-8 will power our beloved CTS-V and push out as much as 580hp.
Expect the production CTS-V to debut in the upcoming autoshow season, perhaps as early as January in Detroit.
MotorTrend.com: Spycam – 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
Cadillac unveils Escalade Platinum
November 9, 2007 - 4:56 pmUpdate – Check out all the photos of the Escalade Platinum in our Escalade Platinum Image Gallery
In addition to the aforementioned 2009 Escalade Hybrid, Cadillac today unveiled the 2008 Escalade Platinum.
Available in both standard Escalade and Escalade ESV models, the Platinum, unlike some companies’ minor trim package specials, lives up to its precious metal namesake.
Unique to the Platinum are:
- LED headlights
- Unique grill modeled after the grill of the new 2008 CTS
- Magnetic Ride Control suspension (a first for any SUV)
- Unique 22” wheels
- Hand-stitched Aniline leather interior with contrasting stitching
- Unique door sills and floor mats
- DVD entertainment system with screens integrated into each front seat headrest, in addition to the existing roof mounted screen
- Standard 8” LCD Naviagation system
Read all about it below:
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Cadillac debuts Escalade Hybrid
November 9, 2007 - 1:47 pmUpdate – Check out all the photos of the Escalade Hybrid in our Escalade Hybrid Image Gallery
Cadillac unveiled today the world’s first full-sized hybrid SUV in their Escalade Hybrid.
The Escalade hybrid is not only Cadillac’s first hybrid vehicle, it also debuts GM’s new two-mode hybrid drivetrain. The two-mode system, unlike hybrid powertrains from competing manufacturers, provides fuel economy benefits not only in city driving, but also on the highway.
Check out Cadillac’s press release about the Escalade Hybrid below:
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SEMA Report: Escalade Sport
November 5, 2007 - 5:43 pm
In addition to the previously reported CTS Sport concept – GM took this opportunity to show off a modified Escalade also with ‘sport’ badging.
It isn’t yet known if a sporty Escalade will see production, but it wouldn’t take much to see a similar model to this badged a Escalade-V.
Check out our Escalade Sport Image Gallery and the press release below:
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SEMA Report: CTS Sport
November 5, 2007 - 2:28 pm
Based on the new 2008 CTS, the CTS Sport that debuted at this years SEMA show in Las Vegas shows a hint of what a sportier CTS might look like.
If this is similar to the previous CTS Sport concept from SEMA a few years ago – expect at least a few of the cues shown on this car to make it to the production CTS in the coming years.
Check our our CTS Sport Image Gallery and read the press release below:
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