GM Cuts Full-Size Truck and SUV Production
April 30, 2008
With all the talk being about crossovers lately, it’s not surprising to learn that GM has decided to cut production of full-size trucks and SUVs. This includes the Cadillac Escalade, ESV and EXT pickup. Between growing fuel costs, growing food costs as a result of ethanol and issues with the economy, the demand for these full-size vehicles is diminishing. Read more
Cadillac CTS Convertible Available
April 29, 2008
If you love the Cadillac CTS but also love convertibles, Coach Builders, LTD may have exactly what you’re looking for. It has an insulated, hydraulically-powered roof fitted with a heated glass rear window and cloth headliner. The top is available in several different colors. Read more
2009 Cadillac CTS-V To Make 567 Horsepower
April 28, 2008
Under-promise and over-deliver. That’s one motto, lately, of General Motors. It appears as if the 550 horsepower prediction of the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V may be underestimated. The new Corvette ZR1, with it’s related LS9 motor, was said to have “at least 620 horsepower”. The final number is actually 638 - a 3 percent increase. Read more
2010 Cadillac CTX
April 15, 2008
Chris Doane caught a shot of the 2010 Cadillac CTX (originally named the BRX) which rides on the Theta-Epsilon chassis. This new CUV is expected to move into production in May of 2009 at the Ramos Arizpe plant. The CTX shares its platform with the Saab 9-4X. Expect about 75,000 units annually.
We’ll likely see the CTX use the 300 horsepower direct-injection 3.6 liter V6 found in the CTS. A 2.0 liter turbo-diesel variant is also in the works, however, it may not be sold in the United States market. Read more
Confirmed: BMW Talking With GM About Supplying Engines
April 2, 2008
By the end of 2008, BMW will decide whether or not it’s going to supply engines and other components to rival automakers GM, Daimler and Fiat. Selling engines and other components to other automakers is part of BMW CEO Norbert Reithofer’s Number One strategic plan to boost the carmaker’s profitability. Read more