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Automotive News & Views Can GM make Cadillac the standard of the world Again?
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Replying to: sls002 (Mar 18, 2008 6:47 am)
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Replying to: lemko (Mar 18, 2008 10:11 am) I think that for Cadillac to regain a world wide recognition of being a "good" car, Cadillac will need to design cars that "work" in other markets besides the North American market. The trick will be to design something that "works" in North America if it works elsewhere. |
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Replying to: circlew (Mar 18, 2008 5:33 am) AAAHHH!!!! Names soothing the palate like a fine wine!!! However, there is more to the car than just a name. When you look back at some of those nameplates I think that a new car HAS to evoke memories of the old cars, or they are doomed to fail. Take a look at the GTO. Excellent performing car, decent value, yet NOBODY liked it. Why??? Perception was that it was an Austrailian car w/ a "nametag" slapped on it (which it was). Now, I disagree about the Impala, as in the late '50's till it was discontinued, it was the "All American Family Car" whether in coupe, conv. or sedan. So, even as a FWD sedan, thats fine w/ me, as it can evoke memories of what it was. On the other hand, the Impala SS is where I would have a problem. It should be a RWD coupe or conv. only. |
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That being said, a U.S.-spec diesel-powered CTS Coupe isn't out of the question. Because of Cadillac's price point, Taylor says that Cadillac would be the "natural spot" to launch GM's line of passenger car diesel engines. The diesel option would cost a few thousand more than a gas version, but Cadillac buyers are better positioned to absorb the additional cost. But Taylor also indicated that Cadillac would monitor Mercedes-Benz's success with its BlueTEC line of vehicles before it made the jump into the diesel luxury segment. As for the future of the STS/DTS, Taylor confirmed that Cadillac is working on consolidating the two. The new car will benefit from CTS-esque styling and will cater to a younger crowd. As far as size, the new car will rival the BMW 7-series, but will be priced like a 5-series. The new sedan will use a rear-wheel drive setup — with all-wheel drive a likely option — but Taylor failed to mention when we might see the new vehicle on the road. We also asked Taylor about the future of Cadillac's SUVs. It's no secret that the Escalade is one of the most popular SUVs on the market, but the upcoming CAFE regulations mean that it can't continue on unchanged. Cadillac has acknowledged this fact, but is still searching for the best solution. However, Taylor hinted that the brand could be considering a diesel version of the Escalade. The move to a diesel Escalade seems to make sense, as GM could use the diesel powerplants from its line of pickup trucks, and it would net better fuel economy. But overall, Cadillac's range of SUVs will likely be shrinking in the next few years. Taylor says the Provoq concept is an accurate depiction of the future of Cadillac SUVs, and that the brand will be launching a vehicle to compete with the likes of the BMW X3 and Infiniti EX 35. |
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Another First for Cadillac
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Replying to: steve_ (Mar 20, 2008 9:44 pm)
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Replying to: lemko (Mar 21, 2008 4:16 am) Along w/ the days of getting filters, plugs, PCV valves, wires etc. from them. 
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Replying to: cooterbfd (Mar 21, 2008 6:43 pm)
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Replying to: lemko (Mar 24, 2008 7:02 am) Rubber?  
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Replying to: bumpy (Mar 24, 2008 7:38 am) Hey, gotta practice safe oil changes when you plug the hole
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