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Archive for April, 2009

Cadillac exec confirms sub-CTS model and STS/DTS replacement

April 11, 2009 - 1:23 pm

Update: MotorTrend.com has posted this article describing the same thing – and they include a sketch of what such a car might look like.

Despite carjake.com’s reference to the STS/DTS replacement being due in 2007 – an obvious typo – this article confirms the Alpha-based sub-CTS family of models are still on their way.

In this economy, this is good news.

CarJake.com: Cadillac exec confirms sub-CTS model and STS/DTS replacement


Cadillac commits to 2-mode hybrid SRX

April 8, 2009 - 2:52 pm

At the New York autoshow, representatives with Cadillac have mentioned that they will be putting their 2-mode hybrid system in the new SRX.

Given the results in Saturn’s Vue hybrid with this system, this could see a 20% improvement in highway economy.

No on-sale date was given.


Wards names 3.6 DI V6 to 10 best engines list

April 5, 2009 - 10:10 am

Wards has awarded the 3.6 direct injection V6 a spot on their 10 best engines list for the second year in a row.

The 3.6 DI does duty in the CTS, STS and several other GM products, each putting out upwards of 300+ hp.