As we’ve seen with Tesla’s buggy Smart Summon feature, autonomous cars aren’t quite ready yet. Although, with the recent rise of features like lane-keeping assist, collision warning, and emergency braking, it may seem like we’re only a short time away from self-driving vehicles. But is that really the case? Self-driving vs. advanced driver-assistance It’s vital …
The Cadillac Escalade is synonymous with luxury, but that doesn’t mean the it’s is immune to problems and issues. What are the most common problems?
Al Capone’s famous Cadillac has fascinated people for years. Now you have the opportunity to own this piece of history, for the right price.
GM works in mysterious ways. We keep saying it and it keeps making mysterious moves. Costly moves. Even being a fly on the wall probably wouldn’t help much because there are sometimes decisions that make no sense. Take the DOHC Blackwing twin-turbo V8 engine for instance. It died last month when it was announced the …
Although sedans aren’t dead, they’re very ill. Trucks and SUVs have expanded their market dominance to the point they’re running out of uncovered segments. They’re also the reason why the IIHS is making its crash tests more extreme. Ford’s sedan lineup has shrunk to one model. Chevrolet does offer more; however, it’s Cadillac that offers …
General Motors makes decisions in a time/space netherworld we mortals know nothing about. While we look upon many of its historic brands with reverence, it looks to them as only names bonked onto an ever devolving line of subcompact mushmobiles. What once stood for performance, style, engineering excellence, or desirable transportation in its simplest form, …
You can’t make this up. Back in October, GM issued a recall of almost 550,000 vehicles for brake issues. It covered Cadillac CT6 sedans, Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 pickups; all from 2019. The problem was a software error with the antilock brakes and stability control causing the brakes to fail. Or as GM puts …
The Cadillac CTS-V was getting traction both with its name and reputation. The alphabet-soup mumbo jumbo model identification Cadillac saddled itself with had little meaning to the public. Except, that is, with CTS-V. Its power and performance were finally putting actions to words that Cadillac finally was close to equal footing to its Euro-mates. Its …
Researching your next vehicle isn’t enough on its own. Yes, knowing how safe the Hyundai Palisade is compared to the Ford Explorer, or what standard features come with the Honda Passport—these are all important. And every SUV buyer wants a reliable machine, made by Toyota or otherwise. But while listening and watching people review cars …
It’s not uncommon for automakers to get excited about a new car. But the excitement that GM’s CEO had for the 2021 Cadillac Escalade was something more.
Cadillac was planning on debuting its new all-electric crossover at the 2020 CES show next month. Now it has announced it is backing out of the show. The reason is that because of the UAW strike it wouldn’t be able to get it done in time. We can only speculate that problems in development made …
The minestrone soup model identification days of Cadillac may mercifully be coming to an end. And it won’t be soon enough for many. The alpha-numeric mumbo jumbo naming practices that has seen an “XT5” sold next to an “XTS” will be dumped as Cadillac dives into the all-electric portfolio it outlined today. What was supposed …
This week Cadillac launches a new digital shopping program where potential customers are “matched with a personal shopper.” The online video chat is called “Cadillac Live.” It will also be used by Cadillac to figure out how better to sell Cadillacs. The goal is to get the person online to schedule a test drive at …
Everything has a top end. With SUV popularity soaring, it’s become something even the luxury class wants. Since manufacturers make more from the higher-optioned vehicles they make, they were glad to accommodate. We’re going to give a quick review of some of the most expensive SUVs made today. Some come in at $100,000, while others …
Platform sharing is nothing new to the car industry. It allows each manufacturer to spread out its development and tooling costs over several vehicles that are all the same underneath. GM has eight SUVs that are exactly the same underneath. The sheetmetal, interiors, and even wheelbases can be sliced and diced, but everything underneath is …
GM has just announced four different electric pickups and vans will be built at its storied Hamtramck assembly plant in Poletown Detroit. They include an electric GMC Sierra pickup truck and Cadillac Escalade SUV. Production at Hamtramck will begin in 2021. Located in Detroit’s “Poletown” Polish community, Hamtramck was slated to stop vehicle assembly this …
After a month-long delay, the Cadillac CT6-V is finally going to be arriving at dealerships soon. Despite being a great car however, the future of the CT6 series looks dim. Here’s a look at the latest CT6-V and why it may be your last chance to get your hands on one. The Blackwing About 600 …
With the auto manufacturer’s zeal to build everything truck, there is one type of truck they’re not building that seems like a no-brainer. In the US we know them as El Camino and Ranchero. In Australia, they’re known as “Utes.” Whatever it’s called, car/trucks are coming back soon as at least two manufacturers look to …
Once known as the ‘Standard of the World,’ Cadillac has slowly been re-establishing its reputation as an American luxury icon. These days, it’s easy to poke fun at its land yachts of the past, as well as its confusing naming system and low sales numbers. But if you drive its cars, Cadillac really can be …
It’s always fun to look back and see what some of our favorite American cars sold for new, and what that same price would be in 2019 dollars. Actually, it might make you sick to see what some prized classic cars would cost today. Of course, new cars have electronics, much tighter tolerances, three-stage paint, …
Used SUVs are more popular than ever. With so many options available, it’s important to know which models and years to avoid.
Many luxury vehicles don’t cost more than any other vehicle. And there are a few expensive luxury cars that are not very reliable.
Driving your car should be convenient and fun. But for people who suffer from back pain, driving can be a painful burden.
Luxury vehicles are created to be the best in design, performance, and comfort. These are five of Consumer Reports’ top luxury picks.
It’s rare that corporate presidents rebut media criticisms of their products, so it’s interesting that General Motors President Mark Reuss found it opportune to comment on critiques written about Cadillac’s recent move, change of direction, and recent products. Right or wrong sometimes the motor press scribes feel that because they’re removed from the corporate goings-on …
General Motor’s reveal of the mid-engine 2020 Corvette C8 caused quite a stir in the automobile industry. Since then, there have been rumors and speculations regarding what General Motors will come up with next. One such rumor is the possibility of the car company coming up with a mid-engine Cadillac based off of the 2020 …
Cadillac is trying like heck to figure out how to ignite consumers the way it did half a century ago, and having a heck of a time doing it. Some of those miscues, failures, and attempts are outlined today in a New York Times article about the storied brand. It’s amazing that Cadillac’s parent General …
It’s that time of the year for Forbes’ “New Cars To Avoid” list. Is This Valid? Cars are a lot better than even 10 years ago, but there can still be some sorta-semi lemons in this year’s crop. The issues can range from dated designs to plunging resale values. Reliability can still be an issue, while …
General Motors keeps adding technology to their vehicles, with its Cadillac infotainment system helping drivers accomplish almost anything.
Over the last few years, we have seen several car companies increase their efforts towards making the shift to electric vehicles, and General Motors is not being left behind. The car company already has the BEV3 architecture, which is set to feature first in Cadillac’s crossover. Steve Carlisle, Cadillac’s chief executive further added that the …
With SUVs becoming more popular than ever, Cadillac’s popular Escalade model faces a lot of stiff competition. To fight this competition, Cadillac has reportedly considered giving the Escalade more engine options for years, and this rumored upgrade would be the start of that. Let’s see how this rumored super Escalade stacks up to its competitors. A …
The Cadillac SUV and crossover product cadence is in overdrive as the XT6, XT4, and XT5 will soon be hitting dealerships. Caught short-handed as consumer demands shift from cars to SUVs, Cadillac is playing catch-up to meet this trend, along with debuting new sedans making for exciting times at GM’s luxury flagship. With the new …
It would not be too much of a stretch to say that the new Cadillac CT5-V and CT4-V did not reach the heights most people expected when they were announced with such low horsepower ratings: 320 hp for the CT4-V and 335 hp for the CT5-V model. The good news is that the two vehicles …
Each year Consumer Reports conducts a survey that gauges the worst cars in terms of reliability. Which cars have been the worst of decade?
At the 2019 Belle Island Grand Prix in Detroit, General Motors unveiled a duo of high-performing sedans that will be welcomed into Cadillac‘s V-Series family. And while there were many things about the pair that turned heads, what the newest members of the V-Series could preserve is what’s getting people the most excited. For years …
