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Cadillac

Cadillac is the luxury arm of General Motors and over the past few years, this premium brand has returned to glory as one of the best luxury brands in the world. New models like the ELR and ATS have helped to bring new interest to the brand from new segments while the new XTS and redesigned CTS allow Cadillac to be a top competitor throughout the US market.

Rumor Says Cadillac Will Have a Flagship EV in 3 Years

By Armen Hareyan on August 21, 2018 - 10:50PM

We haven't yet seen the fruits of the significant directional shift that involves almost every aspect of Cadillac. But Cadillac is on an offensive and may introduce an electric passenger car by 2021. Cadillac EV does sound good and it's very realistic if according to the Cadillac Society.

Listen to the Hennessey HPE1000 Cadillac CTS-V on the Dyno and the Track

By Patrick Rall on July 23, 2018 - 5:03PM

Hennessey Performance lifts the 640-horsepower Cadillac CTS-V up over 1,000 horsepower at the crankshaft and in the video below, we get to watch and listen as the supercharged luxury sedan works out on the dyno before hitting the track – and hitting some very high speeds.

Cadillac's Pricing Problem and Buick's Potential Rebranding Opportunity with Velite 6 and Enspire

By Dean McManis on July 12, 2018 - 11:18AM

Velite 6 and Enspire definitely could be comeback vehicles for Buick in the United States.

What Comes After Chevy Bolt: There’s an Electric GM in Your Future

By Al Castro on July 10, 2018 - 2:21AM

GM’s race for 20 electric cars by 2023 is underway with two concept cars that most likely will go into production. They’re both Chinese Buicks, for now, one is a wagon, the other, an SUV with the potential to become something so much more.

Cadillac Looking for Drivers Who 'Feel the Need for Speed'

By Mary Conway on June 10, 2018 - 12:23AM

Cadillac is offering a unique opportunity for drivers who want to push the limits of its performance vehicles, the ATS-V and the CTS-V.

Cadillac Ups the AutoPilot Race with Expanded Super Cruise

By Mary Conway on June 7, 2018 - 11:36PM

Cadillac is expanding its Tesla-killer autonomous vehicle technology. It will be on all Cadillacs soon and then will expand to all GM vehicles. Plus, GM is adding a new feature that will communicate with everything around the vehicle.

Cadillac Boss: No CT6 V-Sport Twin Turbo V8 in the Corvette

By Patrick Rall on March 30, 2018 - 12:36PM

While speaking at the ongoing 2018 New York International Auto Show, Cadillac boss Johan de Nysschen stated that the twin turbo 4.2-liter V8 in the new CT6 V-Sport is not going to be shared with the Chevrolet Corvette – although I take this information with a grain of salt.

Why GM's CEO does not drive an electric car.

GM's CEO Mary Barra Promotes Electric Cars - Why She Herself Chooses Not To Drive One

By John Goreham on March 29, 2018 - 12:33PM

In a wide-ranging interview on the subjects of electric vehicles, power infrastructure, and international trade, Mary Barra shares her vision of a future with compact EVs in everyone's driveway. However, she opts to drive the largest gasoline vehicle GM makes. Her reason is revealing.

Cadillac's New Twin Turbo V8: The Perfect Mid-Engine Corvette Base Powerplant

By Patrick Rall on March 22, 2018 - 5:34PM

We learned this week that the 2019 Cadillac CT6 V-Sport will feature a new dual overhead cam, twin turbo V8 with a reverse cylinder head design, all of which are expected features of the powerplant in the rumored mid-engine Corvette.

2019 Cadillac CT6 V-Sport Packs Twin Turbo V8 Power

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2018 - 1:35PM

Cadillac announced this morning that the beautiful CT6 sedan will be offered in a new V-Sport trim for 2019, packing all-wheel-drive, a 10-speed automatic transmission and a new twin turbo V8 delivering somewhere in the area of 550 horsepower and 627 lb-ft of torque.

800hp Hennessey Escalade Beats a Camaro ZL1 1LE from a Dig

By Patrick Rall on February 28, 2018 - 4:20PM

To show off their 800-horsepower supercharged upgrade package for the Cadillac Escalade, the folks at Hennessey Performance lined the blown SUV up with a new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE, with the all-wheel-drive family hauler beating the road course-ruling muscle car.

New Cadillac CTS Is Bigger and Better, But 20K Better from 1st Gen?

By Armen Hareyan on November 28, 2017 - 8:10PM

Cadillac CTS is perfect example of what's wrong with the brand. First gen Cadillac CTS was a good car for a good price, but today's new CTS Cadillacs are very exepensive and GM may want to look into it.

How Cadillac XT4 development signals acceleration of rebranding

By Michael Pityk on November 3, 2017 - 6:11PM

XT4 may be a sign Cadillac’s rebranding is about to take off.

Cadillac Autonomous Driving Super Cruise

Cadillac's Super Cruise - Autopilot or Assisted Cruise Control Is The Question

By John Goreham on September 26, 2017 - 12:00PM

After more than five years, Cadillac's autonomous super cruise system is ready to roll out.

Something is Roaring Today at GM's Milford Proving Grounds

By Patrick Rall on August 28, 2017 - 3:47PM

Anyone within a few mile radius of General Motors’ Milford Proving Grounds this morning likely heard the sweet roar of a high performance engine which could be the next generation Corvette ZR1 or the long-rumored mid-engine Corvette making repeated high speed runs on the secluded test track.

Camaro, Corvette Headline Forza 7 GM Vehicle List

By Patrick Rall on August 16, 2017 - 11:45AM

Here is a look at the General Motors vehicles included in Forza Motorsport 7, including a handful of Chevrolet Camaros, Chevrolet Corvettes and other legendary GM performance models.

2017 Cadillac XT5 Platinum AWD Review: Putting the Luxury SUV to Work

By Patrick Rall on August 4, 2017 - 9:44AM

While the vast majority of 2017 Cadillac XT5 owners will never attempt to tow or haul anything, this midsized luxury SUV makes good on the “utility” aspect of the name – comfortably pulling a lightly loaded horse trailer and hauling 800lbs of grain surprisingly well.

Why Cadillac So Often Fails

By Marc Dostie on July 31, 2017 - 5:05PM

With the recent news of Cadillac’s plans to axe the ATS, CTS and XTS for a different lineup after 2019 we once again face the question of why did Cadillac have poor sales on its sedans. This seems to be a repeating trend in Cadillac’s history, while the German Big 3 seem to continue their dominance through the decades.

Cadillac CT5, New Small Sedan to Replace CTS, XTS and ATS

By Patrick Rall on July 31, 2017 - 9:29AM

The popular Cadillac CTS and the not-so-popular ATS and XTS will all be replaced by two new models – the new Cadillac CT5 and an unnamed small sedan – when the life cycle of those current models ends in the next two years as GM’s premium luxury brand looks to cut down on the number of sedans in their portfolio.

2 Styling Changes for the 2018 Cadillac XTS make a Huge Difference

By Patrick Rall on June 19, 2017 - 12:30PM

General Motors introduced the 2018 Cadillac XTS this morning and with 2 distinct exterior changes, the new XTS gets a whole lot prettier for the new model year with styling cues from the range-topping CT6.

Tesla Owners vs Cadillac Owners About Autopilot and Super Cruise Self-Driving

By Armen Hareyan on April 11, 2017 - 1:09PM

Tesla and Cadillac owners respond differently when it comes to autopilot of self-driving

Cadillac's Super Cruise claims to take the lead on self-driving on the highway

By Mary Conway on April 10, 2017 - 1:18PM

Cadillac says its new Super Cruise will set the standard for hands-free driving.

Why Cadillac is pumped about the upcoming race season

By Mary Conway on February 13, 2017 - 9:42PM

Racing is about to get underway in the 2017 Pirelli World Challenge Season. Cadillac is revved up for the race season with the ATS-V.R about to hit the track. The drivers who just drove the all-new Cadillac DPi-V.R prototype to the overall victory at the Rolex 24 will be joining the ATS team for several races.

The Cadillac CT6 Platinum: America's Next Great Luxury Sedan

By Patrick Rall on February 6, 2017 - 11:07AM

I recently had the fortune of spending a week behind the wheel of the Cadillac CT6 Platinum and having loved everything about it, I believe that this big Caddy sedan is the next great American luxury sedan – rivaling the best that the European and Japanese luxury brands have to offer.

TN's Best Performance Car Stories of 2016

By Patrick Rall on December 30, 2016 - 2:08PM

Performance cars aren’t the bestselling vehicles in the US, but they are among the most popular in the United States among enthusiasts so today, we bring you the best TorqueNews performance car stories of 2016 – with a look at a variety of different types of performance oriented cars from around the world.

GM Idling Camaro, Corvette and Cadillac Production as to Trim Inventory Levels

By Patrick Rall on December 19, 2016 - 5:25PM

General Motors has announced that they will temporarily halt production at a handful of assembly plants around the US including those facilities which build the Chevrolet Camaro and the Chevrolet Corvette in an effort to burn through existing inventory – with the downtime ranging from 1-3 weeks depending on the plant.

Cadillac lands Jeff Gordon to drive its new DPi-V.R race car

By Mary Conway on December 1, 2016 - 10:44PM

Racing superstar Jeff Gordon announced on his website that he will be one of the drivers when the all new Cadillac DPi-V.R takes to the track for the 2017 Rolex 24.

Cadillac's new DPi-V.R Prototype Race Car has less horsepower than the 2016 CTS-V

By Mary Conway on November 30, 2016 - 10:27PM

Cadillac unveiled its top-secret DPi-V.R Prototype Race Car For 2017. According to its spec sheet, the race car will produce 600 horsepower. The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V is rated at 640 horsepower.

2017 Cadillac CT6 Hybrid Offers Electric-Only Driving and Solid Performance

By Patrick Rall on November 17, 2016 - 1:33PM

General Motors has announced that the 2017 Cadillac CT6 Hybrid will go on sale next spring and when it does, it will offer a combination of 30 miles of all-electric driving and solid performance from the turbocharged 4-cylinder engine – with GM promising a 0-60 time of just 5.2 seconds.

Horse Show Review: 2016 Cadillac Escalade Platinum

By Patrick Rall on November 14, 2016 - 4:31PM

I recently used a 2016 Cadillac Escalade Platinum in place of my half ton pickup to get my wife and her horses to a horse show, and after three days of being worked like a farm truck including pulling the trailer to and from the show – the Escalade proved to be every bit as capable as a pickup.

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