2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

Cadillac today unveiled the CTS-V Sport Wagon show car, foreshadowing the next addition to its V-Series performance line. It combines the performance and luxury of the landmark CTS-V Sport Sedan with the dramatic design of the CTS Sport Wagon.
Leading-edge infotainment features extend to the V-Series. Standard features include an advanced navigation system with a deployable screen, Bose 5.1 digital surround audio, factory-installed Bluetooth phone integration and a 40-gigabyte hard drive that allows the customer to store a large library of music files. The system uploads files via a USB port or the in-dash DVD/CD drive and allows stored tracks to be searched and selected through the radio controls.

2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

2010 Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon

2010 Cadillac XTS Platinum Concept - Photo

Cadillac unveiled the XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show, suggesting a new paradigm for the luxury sedan of the future. The concept showcases Cadillac’s emerging top-of-the-line Platinum series of models, emphasizing new expressions of luxury and technological features, including a plug-in hybrid propulsion system.

350 hp (260 kW) / 295 lb.-ft. (400 Nm)

2010 Cadillac XTS Platinum

2010 Cadillac XTS Platinum
2010 Cadillac XTS Platinum
2010 Cadillac XTS Platinum
2010 Cadillac XTS Platinum

2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe

Based on the CTS sedan, the CTS Coupe uses a dramatic design. Cadillac did more than just strip the rear doors from the sedan. The CTS Coupe is 2 inches shorter in length and 2 inches shorter in height, yet has a 2 inch wider rear track. The back glass, nestled in the angular rear of the car, seems almost horizontal. With the Coupe's design, the rear pillars are particularly wide, which Cadillac says leads to greater rigidity than the sedan.

The CTS Coupe didn't change much from the concept shown at the 2008 Detroit auto show. The car still has the handle-less door openers, a touch borrowed from the Cadillac XLR. The exhaust still comes out the center rear of the car from two trapezoidal ports. It cuts a striking figure.

Cadillac brought us out for a preview drive in the new Coupe, but much of it was familiar from the CTS sedan. The CTS Coupe uses the same direct injection 3.6-liter V-6 available in the sedan, producing 304 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. Likewise, the car gets the same six speed automatic with its oh so aggressive sport mode.

Cadillac gets new marketing agency

GM’s new marketing chief Joel Ewanick has switched ad agencies for Cadillac from Bartle Bogle Hegarty, to Publicis Groupe’s Fallon. Apparently, Bartle Bogle Hegarty CEO Greg Anderson learned about the decision the same as everyone else; via the press. “We were extremely surprised to learn via the press yesterday that Cadillac has decided to move its advertising business elsewhere. That aside, we’re pleased to have been a part of helping turn Cadillac sales around over the last several months.”

After a split with BMW in 2005, Fallon spent the last half of the last decade trying to get back into the auto category. They will likely have to give up another auto account – Chrysler – so that they can handle the Cadillac account.

Cadillac SRX

Cadillac's big wagon gets an extensive reworking for 2010 with new engines, enhanced all-wheel drive and chassis.

Drivetrain: V-6 power in normally aspirated and turbocharged versions carry the day.

-The SRX's bold styling becomes even more refined, while a redesigned interior and unique rear cargo management system add to its appeal and versatility.

The SRX wagon is more car-like than a truck-based sport ute, which makes perfect sense since it's built on a car-based chassis.

However, the SRX provides optional seating for up to seven people and a choice of a 3.0-litre V-6 that makes 265 horsepower, or optional 2.8-L turbocharged V-6 delivering 300 h.p.

You can also choose between front-and all-wheel drive, no matter the engine.

Two six-speed automatic transmissions direct power to the front or all wheels, depending on the engine.

Among the SRX's many standard features is a power liftgate, 17-inch wheels (18-inchers optional), side-impact airbags and stability control to keep you pointed in the right direction and shiny side up.

One of the biggest sunroofs in the industry is optional.

A sport package for all-wheel-drive SRXs includes a V-series (the name that's attached to Cadillac's performance models) mesh grille, 20-inch wheels and electronically controlled limited-slip differential.

Cadillac announces free maintenance program for 2011 models

Cadillac has been making great strides in the industry with growing sales thanks to the impressive new vehicle lineup that is seemingly always improving but with yesterday’s announcement from GM, there is one more reason to buy a new Caddy. General Motors announced that all 2011 Cadillac models will feature the Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance; offering free oil changes, free tire rotations, free engine and cabin air filters and free multi-point vehicle inspections. This will apply in a similar fashion to a warranty, lasting for four years or 50,000 miles – whichever comes first.

The Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance program also includes a 5 year 100,000 mile powertrain warranty; a 4 year 50,000 mile bumper to bumper warranty; and a full year of GM’s OnStar service. Cadillac is the first to offer this broad of a free maintenance program among the American brands but BMW has been offering their free maintenance program for a few years and their program includes brake system repairs – a huge advantage as things like brake pads and rotors can wear out quickly depending on driving style and these are very costly items to replace.

The first 2011 models expected to hit Cadillac dealerships are the CTS Coupes – coming later this summer followed by the 2011 versions of the CTS Sedan, CTS Sport Wagon, and the popular SRX. Stay tuned to your Detroit Autos Examiner for all of your breaking news from around town and around the world!

Cadillac joins Lincoln in offering free maintenance

Cadillac announced today it will provide free maintenance to owners of all 2011 models for four years or 50,000 miles. That, of course, is meant to outdo Lincoln, which is offering 45,000 miles or three years.

The program, called Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance, covers scheduled oil changes, tire rotations and air filters. It also mentions that you get a "multipoint vehicle inspection," meaning mechanics present you with a list of items they think need to be fixed at your expense, a boon to dealers.

"Cadillac is adding Premium Care Maintenance as a way to extend customer service beyond the sale," said Kurt McNeil, vice president of Cadillac sales and service. The first 2011 models eligible for the program arrive in late summer.

2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe

2011 Cadillac CTS Coupe, about to enter a blind turn on a narrow two lane road. Figuring 60 mph might be just a little hot for this corner, we hit the brakes, making the smart six speed automatic transmission decide a gear change down to second was in order.

As the tach needle swung around to brush the 7,000 rpm redline, the engine sounded off with a strained growl, sounding as if someone were putting a beehive through a bandsaw, not one of the best engine notes we've heard. The wheel felt lifeless as we turned into the corner, its power mechanism tuned more for comfort than track days. But the front end of the car pointed where we wanted, and our still considerable speed in the turn made the summer tires start to slide.

Based on the CTS sedan, the CTS Coupe uses a dramatic design. Cadillac did more than just strip the rear doors from the sedan. The CTS Coupe is 2 inches shorter in length and 2 inches shorter in height, yet has a 2 inch wider rear track. The back glass, nestled in the angular rear of the car, seems almost horizontal. With the Coupe's design, the rear pillars are particularly wide, which Cadillac says leads to greater rigidity than the sedan.

The CTS Coupe didn't change much from the concept shown at the 2008 Detroit auto show. The car still has the handle-less door openers, a touch borrowed from the Cadillac XLR. The exhaust still comes out the center rear of the car from two trapezoidal ports. It cuts a striking figure.

Cadillac brought us out for a preview drive in the new Coupe, but much of it was familiar from the CTS sedan. The CTS Coupe uses the same direct injection 3.6-liter V-6 available in the sedan, producing 304 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. Likewise, the car gets the same six speed automatic with its oh so aggressive sport mode.