Friday, June 29, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Cadillac Climbs in J.D. Power Initial Quality Rankings
2012 Escalade ranks highest in segment for third consecutive year
"DETROIT – Cadillac continues to advance in the J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality StudySM, moving up five spots to fourth overall for 2012.
The Escalade was the highest performer in the large premium crossover/SUV segment for the third year in a row, and the SRX now ranks third in the midsize premium crossover/SUV segment, improving seven positions from the 2011 study.
“At Cadillac, we live by the philosophy of never leaving well enough alone, which means we are constantly improving and elevating our product lineup and the overall customer experience,” said Don Butler, vice president of Cadillac marketing. “Escalade is a great example of how our core product lines consistently compete at the highest levels on quality. This is precisely the goal of our all-new 2013 cars – the XTS luxury sedan and ATS sport sedan.”
The 2012 IQS is based on responses from more than 74,000 purchasers and lessees of new 2012 model year vehicles surveyed at 90 days of ownership. The study includes a 228-question survey designed to provide manufacturers with information they can use to quickly identify problems and drive improvement."
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Monday, June 25, 2012
Friday, June 22, 2012
A Strong Recommendation From a Satisfied New Customer
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Cadillac CUE Makes Its Way to XTS, Navigates with Ease in NYC (Hands-On)
"Navigating those mean Manhattan streets is an intimidating chore for any driver, with or without a battery of high-tech in-car aides. But after an introduction to Cadillac CUE, it's easy to see the benefit of such a comprehensive system. CUE isn't your typical in-dash GPS nav -- sure it can get you on your way just as well as any other navigation system, but a bounty of sensors and displays allow you to keep your eyes on the road and avoid collisions, while also providing the smartphone integration and media playback support you'd expect from a high-end 2012 automobile. The base system, included standard with 2012 and 2013 XTS and SRX models and available as an option with the ATS, is centered around an 8-inch, 800 x 400 capacitive touch LCD with anti-scratch, anti-glare and oleophobic coatings to keep the display in tip-top shape and completely viewable from both the driver and passenger seats.
The display flips open to reveal a lit storage compartment with a USB port for connecting and charging your smartphone, while capacitive-touch buttons below the panel provide haptic feedback and a variety of control options (you can tap or slide your finger across to adjust volume, for example). Add-ons include a 12.3-inch, 1280 x 480 "instrument cluster" that provides speed and fuel information in a familiar readout, along with directions, phone call info and music selection. Also available is a slick heads-up display, which features a more subdued color pallet (compared to the vibrant LCDs) and outputs key info, including speed limits and collision warnings, while also minimizing ghosting thanks to a wedge-shaped windshield, which thins as you move from top to bottom. Two more USB ports in the center console let you sync up and charge two additional devices, while an AUX input enables older devices to pipe out tunes.
Now, much of this may seem familiar -- we took a peek at CUE at last year's CTIA -- but this is the first time that we've actually had a chance to take the tech for a spin in a drivable 2013 Cadillac XTS, and New York City seems like the perfect venue for pushing the system to its limits. Inputting a destination is as simple as typing an address into Google Maps (though CUE uses a proprietary maps app based on NAVTEQ's database). As we drove from our office near Union Square to the Financial District, the car let us know when we were cutting things a bit too close, as seat vibrations alerted us to obstacles on either side. All the while, adjusting music and climate was simple as can be, and HUD-based directions gave us little excuse to look away from the busy road. After arriving at our destination, we slid on over to the passenger seat to film the action while an expert drove. If a new Caddy is in your future, you should be able to pick up a CUE-equipped car within the next few weeks. For now, you can jump past the break for a front-seat look as we cruise on through the 212."
Friday, June 15, 2012
Thursday, June 14, 2012
This Customer Thinks We Are the Best! Thanks for the 5-Star Review!
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Spy Photos: 2014 Cadillac CTS Shows Interior, Turbo Motor
And the big thing peeled away this time is the hood. Hiding under that hood is a new twin-turbo V6 that gets a handy engine cover with "Twin Turbo" molded in. These engine covers are more than decorative as they're an integral part of controlling the rather unpleasant sounds of direct-injection so it's expected that they need to test with them installed. They took the time to cover up the Wreath and Crest, but left the fun stuff.
Beyond that we've see a new interior for the CTS that includes paddle shifters, stitched dash, and a traditional fixed navigation/control screen (though it does appear to hide a little bin a-la the Malibu) that will offer Caddy's new CUE media interface.
This CTS prototype is also sporting some rather aggressive wheels/tires and sports fixed brake calipers up front. It seems unlikely we're looking at the 2014 CTS-V, instead, we're thinking that the 2014 CTS will simply be a more sporting car and we're okay with that."
Monday, June 11, 2012
Saturday, June 9, 2012
Friday, June 8, 2012
The Cadillac XTS Uses the Same Renowned Brakes as Their Race Cars. Others Don't.
Click to watch the video.
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Latest Comfort Features For Back Seat Passengers
"June 4, 2012 11:16 AM EDT | By Bhanu Prakash E S
Now cars are equipped with the latest technologies and advanced features that make long-distanced treks a lot more luxurious. Some of the latest features include more leg room, which reduces the physical vibrations while taking a long tour in your favorite vehicles. Some models introduced in this year have bigger back seats which, give more space for passengers to have their own little party with their friends. According to auto experts, the majority of the mid-size sedans and larger luxury vehicles now carry these amenities.
Automakers such as Cadillac, BMW, Acura, and Lexus are now placing more importance to back seat passengers in their latest and upcoming cars. The push for next generation car design will be in providing the latest features for back seat passengers not only in the U.S. market, but also for various regions in the world.
"The latest Cadillac XTS sedans have 2 inches more rear seat legroom than the outgoing STS it replaces," executive in charge of the XTs, Jeanne Merchant said to reporters. "Owners might drive important clients to lunch. They want to feel like they have the best seat in the house.""
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Friday, June 1, 2012
Need Another Reason to Buy a Cadillac CTS Sport Sedan? How About Award Winning Value Retention?
Click to watch this latest commercial from Cadillac.
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