Touring Package Adds CTS-V Content To Cadillac CTS

Want to own a Cadillac CTS-V, but can’t afford its $70,000 starting price? Cadillac is adding a new Touring Package option to its CTS lineup, and it promises to deliver content usually reserved for the CTS-V at a much more affordable price. It’s available for both the 3.0-liter V-6 and 3.6-liter V-6 Cadillac CTS models, with a different price point and different levels of equipment. Read more…

The Cadillac ATS Tackles The Nürburgring Nordschleife: Video

Cadillac has released its third video from the new ATS’ German vacation, and this one shows the car in action on the Nürburgring Nordschleife. If you’re a fan of Gran Turismo 5 or Forza Motorsports, the video has some good tips on tackling the track in a mid-size, rear-drive car, so it’s worth watching just to lower your lap times. It’s also worth watching to get a sense for how much effort Cadillac is putting into the development of the ATS. Read more…

2013 Cadillac ATS To Get Three Engine Options

If you want more proof that Cadillac is serious about challenging the likes of BMW with its upcoming ATS sedan, here it is: the car will (initially) come with three engine options, including a 2.5-liter four cylinder that should serve as the base engine and will probably produce just short of 200 horsepower. Cadillac will offer a 3.6-liter V-6, too, probably pulled from the SRX crossover. In the 2012 SRX, the engine produces 308 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque, which should prove to be sufficient to power a compact sedan. Read more…

2012 Cadillac SRX AWD Premium Review & Test Drive

The all-new 2012 Cadillac SRX crossover, entering into its 3^rd year, has grown into its sleek skin evolving from what was thought to be somewhat of an underachiever. The SRX has gone through an evolution for this year that has fine-tuned it in a way to shake off may negative preconceptions that it may have once had. The new 2012 Cadillac SRX is a class contender poised with the refinement, performance and luxury expected from the Cadillac brand.

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Old Versus New Cadillac Crash Test Video

Americans tend to associate the size of vehicles with safety, which (partially) explains our love for big SUVs and pickup trucks. There is some logic behind this, since physics tells us a larger, heavier object will do more damage in an impact than a smaller and lighter one. Still, mass alone isn’t enough to keep occupants safe, as this video from Speed TV’s Stuntbusters illustrates rather well. Read more…

2011 LA Auto Show: Cadillac Uncovers its XTS Premium Sedan

The new Cadillac XTS Premium Sedan was uncovered just before the opening of the 2011 LA Auto Show this week. The newest addition to Cadillac’s short-reaching lineup is a much anticipated and needed vehicle to fill the gap that the outgoing STS and DTS sedans left. The new XTS features new technology innovation such as a new CUE (Cadillac User Experience) infotainment system, standard Magnetic Ride Control and an optional Haldex all-wheel-drive system with electronic limited-slip differential.

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Cadillac ATS Development, Chapter 2: Caddy Sweats The Details

These days, just about every automaker builds good cars. Truly great cars, however, are few and far between, and great is exactly what Cadillac is targeting with its upcoming ATS compact sedan. BMW’s 3-Series will be the car’s primary competitor, and as the new kid on the block Cadillac knows it can’t be just “as good” as the 3-Series; it must, in fact, be better. Read more…

Video: Cadillac Ciel Concept at 2011 Miami Auto Show

The Automotive Addicts crew had the opportunity to attend the 2011 Miami Auto Show. During our visit, the highlight that took our breath away was the Cadillac Ciel Concept vehicle. Below is a video of this stunning concept car that hopefully Cadillac will bring to fruition one day.

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