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All New Redesigned Cadillac SRX

Thomas Rosquin — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 22:50:29 +0000

The Cadillac SRX of Old was big, ugly, and got terrible gas mileage. Well Cadillac has learned from the success of the CTS and totally redesigned the SRX with the consumer in mind. Gone are the oversized dimensions. Thrown to the curb is the big gas guzzling V-8 engine. Audios to the exterior styling. And in its place is a smaller, more nimble, and much better looking crossover SUV! The new 2010 Cadillac SRX is a real head-turner.

You either love or hate the new styling direction that Cadillac has taken. The sharp lines represent an automobile that makes a statement. The chiseled lines of the 2010 Cadillac SRX are sure to catch second looks from those who can appreciate a good-looking car.

Of course with any Cadillac vehicle you purchase; the interior is as luxurious as any car on the road today. Supple leather and interior amenities abound. But the SRX really shines when it comes to Amenities. You get IPod connectivity, XM Radio, On Star, Bluetooth, and DVD Navigation just to name a few. The new SRX has lost the 3rd row seat in the name of cargo space. The second row seat folds down to create even more room; up to 61 cu. Ft!

Although this SUV come standard with front-wheel drive; there is an available all-wheel option which uses Cadillac’s advanced torque transfer technology. The standard engine is a 3-liter direct-injected V-6 that puts out 265-hp. But later on this year there will be a turbocharged engine available that will put down over 300-hp!

The 2010 Cadillac SRX starts at $33,000 for the base model. Build a Cadillac online for free!

The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid is Awesome

Thomas Rosquin — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:58:26 +0000

The Escalade Hybrid is the best way for environmentally conscious customers to get their luxury SUV with out sacrificing quality. Maximum seating capacity in the Hybrid is 8. It is also the only full-size luxury SUV hybrid on the market. Due to its 2 mode hyrbrid powertrain, the Escalade Hybrid recieves 50 percent better fuel efficiency in city driving and 40 percent increase overall.

The Escalade Hybrid’s two mode hybrid powertrain combines GM’s Vortec 6.0 liter V-8 engine with Cadillac’s new Auto Trans. 2 electric motors help to power the 4 gear EVT transmission. The V-8 engine in the Hybrid has the brand’s Active Fuel Management System, allowing four-cylinders to shut off in light load conditions; ultimately conserving fuel. When idling at a stop, the gas engine shuts off but restarts when needed. The electric motors let the engine to run in a four-cylinder mode more often.

With light throttle, the electric motors can propel the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid up to 30 mph, but together the electric motor and gasoline engine produce 332 hp and 367lb.ft. of torque. Located under the second row seats lies a 300-Volt battery pack that powers all electric engines, the steering system, and the electrically driven air conditioning compressor. Regenerative braking also charges the batteries. The SUV comes available in either front or all wheel drive. The hybrid powertrain is only available on a standard length Escalade.

As far as towing capability, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid will be rated to tow up to 6000 pounds with rear wheel drive and 5700 pounds with all wheel drive. On the inside, the Escalade Hybrid has an 8-inch touch screen that showcases the hybrid drive system and informs the driver as to which mode the SUV is running in. To encourage better fuel economy, the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid comes with an economy gauge that represents which zones the drivers should drive in. The TACH in the Hybrid also includes and Auto Stop indicater, letting the driver know when the motor is shut off.

Come to the Cadillac Country Club!

Thomas Rosquin — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 02:29:35 +0000

Cadillac cars have a funny history….at least how I remember them. I love the cars of old with their drop tops and their recognizable tail fins. How pretty indeed!

But then the American auto industry suffered in the 70’s from the oil embargo…and Cadillac never quite recovered.

We fast forward to today’s modern Cadillac’s and they are back with a vengeance. The current lineup of today’s cars is impressive. The CTS-V is the fastest production Cadillac ever and the Escalade Hybrid is Cadillac’s first venture into the world of Hybrid Automobiles.

So if you are interested in anything Cadillac Related then I have got the site for you. Not only are there pictures and descriptions for almost every Cadillac ever; there is also a Caddy Chat Forum and a ton of other stuff. Cadillac Country is the place for Cadillac info, from pictures, to car mats, to posters!
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The New 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Grandpa Better Wear his Depends!

Thomas Rosquin — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 22:54:36 +0000

I remember the good old days when Cadillac’s were the size of boats and they took forever to get from point A to point B! But you cruised in style and that’s all that mattered. Well fast forward 35 years and the Cadillac’s of today are about half the size with almost twice the power….literally!

The new 2009 Cadillac CTS-V comes with a supercharged V-8 engine from the new Corvette; pumping out 556 horsepower! And although the car weighs over 4000 pounds, it somehow recorded the fastest lap time at the Nurburgring for a sedan on stock tires. This may not mean much until you think about the competition. The BMW M5 retails for $85k, the Mercedes E63 AMG sell for around $80k; both of these also have over 500 horsepower and yet for $20k more they are slower than the Caddy. This goes to show that while most American Automakers are going down in flames, Cadillac has saved the best for last.

Of course Grandpa will be perfectly happy with the refined interior which includes expensive Recaro racing seats, and the uniquely Cadillac exterior. But it’s the stoplight confrontations that will ultimately get grandpa to fill his Depends.