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Elvis Presley’s Cadillac Seville on Display

The National Motor Museum at Beaulieu is getting slightly rock’n’rolled for the authentic 1977 Cadillac Seville purchased by Elvis Presley himself is going on display. The burgundy-and-silver-colored beauty is presented in its original condition. Even the installed CB radio used by the King of Rock & Roll in order to communicate with the kitchen at Graceland and to the guard house outside Graceland is still there!

Cadillac Seville V8 Automatic was manufactured by General Motors while the body was custom built by Fisher for Cadillac. The engine was able to produce a power output of 180 hp (130 kW) with gas mileage of 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway. Some of the car’s features include electronic windows and mirrors and a grey interior with wood grain highlights on the dashboard, doors and steering wheel.

This is the last car that Elvis purchased and it is said to be the vehicle driven before his death. What is more, it is thought that the singer bought more than 200 Cadillacs in his entire life not just for his personal use but also for family, friends and even strangers. After his death the 1977 Seville was given to his girlfriend Ginger Alden by Elvis’ father.

In 1994 the Cadillac was auctioned in Las Vegas and was sold for $101,500 to a private collector. After that, it was presented for sale again in August when Graceland organized its first auction. Other items included in the Graceland auction were Presley’s first-known signature on a Tupelo, Mississippi, school library card; a 1969 handwritten set list and jewelry.

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December 16, 2014

Cadillac Shows its First Ever ATS-V Coupe

2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe is the first ever ATS-V coupe, which in addition features the first Twin Turbo V-Series delivering the ultimate driving experience. The car just debuted at the Los Angeles Auto Show, with the announcement that its production will begin in next year’s spring. Precisely, the Twin Turbo 3.6L V-6 V-Series engine is as powerful as 455 horsepower (339 kW) and 603 Nm (445 lb-ft) of torque, and enables 0-60 performance in 3.9 seconds. The top speed is more than 185 mph. This potent unit is linked to a six-speed manual transmission with Active Rev Match, or a paddle-shift eight-speed automatic transmission with launch control and Performance Algorithm Shift.

Furthermore, the Cadi also boasts redesigned chassis, suspension and drivetrain systems. Some of the key performance technologies included here are the Brembo high-performance brake, Magnetic Ride Control, Performance Traction Management and more.

The underlying ATS structure is highly mass that has been optimized and designed to meet higher performance requirements. The new elements include unique shock tower-to-plenum brace, strengthened rocker bulkhead, stronger rear cradle-to-rocker braces, unique aluminum shear panel at the front of the chassis, V-braces for the engine compartment. The result? 25-percent greater structural stiffness, hence – more precise handling and more direct steering responsiveness.

The great performance of the car is supported by the Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, which were specifically developed for the ATS-V. They have a tri-compound tread which delivers for better grip, excellent ride quality and extended tread wear.

Going next to the exterior of the car, we must say that Cadillac put a lot of efforts here. Almost every exterior panel on the ATS-V is unique, starting with the fascias and fenders, to the hood, rear spoiler and rocker moldings. For instance, the hood is made of lightweight carbon fiber and features an air-extracting vent.

Aerodynamics is improved with the addition of larger grille openings in the front fascia, the wider fenders to accommodate 18 x 9-inch front wheels and 18 x 9.5-inch rear wheels, the aluminum wheels are constructed of a low-mass forging and the rocker moldings and rear spoiler are aero-optimized.

For those ho need more aerodynamic experience there are available the optional Carbon Fiber and Track packages. The first one features more aggressive front splitter, hood vent trim and rear diffuser, along with composite rocker extensions and a taller, body-color rear spoiler. The second has all of the components of the former, but adds Performance Data Recorder and a low-mass battery. It also deletes the floor mats and tire inflator kit to save weight.

Inside, we see 16-way-adjustable RECARO performance front seats trimmed in Mulan leather with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks. There are three interior color combinations offered: Jet Black, Jet Black with Saffron accents and Light Platinum with Jet Black accents.

ATS-V also adds 5.7-inch, three-window instrument panel cluster display, with V-Series graphics and distinctive gauge readouts. The connectivity technologies include CUE with Bluetooth connectivity with natural voice recognition, text-to-voice and OnStar 4G LTE connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

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November 20, 2014

Cadillac Introduces Its Wicked All-new ATS-V.R Race Car

There was a rumor going around that Cadillac might just ignore the CTS as its race car next and will instead choose its ATS Coupe. As it turns out, that is absolutely what is happening right now. Presicely, Cadillac ATS-V.R set the start of the next generation of Cadillac’s V-Series elite, high-performance cars. The new race car was shown at the Circuit of the Americas, one of country’s pre-eminent racing venues.

The new ATS-V.R is a vehicle which represents a racing extension of the upcoming Cadillac ATS-V Coupe. Under the hood of the racer lies the LF4.R engine, the racing version of the Twin Turbo 3.6L V-6 in the award-winning Cadillac CTS Vsport. It generates monstrous 600 hp and about 520 pound-feet of torque.

It becomes obvious that the ATS-V.R is equipped with an aggressive aero kit with a carbon fiber front splitter, and a wing at the back. The weight of the whole package is estimated at about 2,900 pounds, which is approximately 700 pounds less than the street version. In addition, there is also a full under tray directs air beneath the car to the rear diffuser, which helps create a downforce-producing effect and plants the 18-inch racing tires to the track. The mighty vision of the new Cadillac ATS-V.R is further complemented by the lightweight aluminum block and heads which are counterbalanced by a rear transaxle.

The ATS-V.R Coupe premiers next week, along with the ATS-V sedan, at the Los Angeles Auto Show. It is going to arrive track-capable from the factory next spring.

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November 17, 2014

You Must See It, Because this is the First Ever 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe [VIDEO]

The first ever 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe has just been previewed via an exclusive video, which was officially revealed by the company. The exclusive car will be unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show on 18th of November. As you can see, the footage does not show much except for the “burnout”. However, the rumors say that the ATS-V Coupe will adopt an aggressive front fascia with a carbon fiber front splitter.

Of course, there will be the typical for Cady mesh grille, which however will be slimmer. Some also say that there will be larger and lower intake.

As you can see from the video, the shoes of the coupe are black multi-spoke lightweight alloy wheels backed up by an exceptional braking system. And are we hearing the sound of four-tailpipe sports exhaust system?

There is no official data about the engine, however we expect to see the twin-turbo 3.6-liter V6 engine, which generates around 425 hp (313 kW).

Cadillac unveiled the 2015 ATS Sedan in July. It featured a new front fascia with a revised grille, high-intensity discharge headlamps, LED vertical light signature elements and Adaptive Forward Lighting. All models also feature LED technology for the taillamps and rear-center stop lamp.

The engine range here starts from the 2.5 liter four-cylinder with 202 hp (151 kW) and 259 Nm (191 lb-ft) of torque and the 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 272 hp (203 kW) and 400 Nm (203 kW), to the 3.6 liter V6 – 321 hp (239 kW) and 373 Nm (275 lb-ft).

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November 12, 2014

Cadillac CT6 is Brand-New and will Debut in Late 2015

Cadillac CT6 is a brand new model which will be positioned at the top of its range. Cadillac’s new and high technology “prestige sedan” will express an approach emphasizing a dynamic driving experience and advanced technology. The car will be launched in the last part of 2015, expanding company’s range. This actually means that it won’t replace any current product. CT6 will be positioned above today’s CTS and XTS product lines and is expected to join the elite group of top-class large luxury cars.

The vehicle is currently in development. It is an RWD-oriented sedan, which utilizes advanced, lightweight materials and new body construction techniques to enhance fuel economy, driving dynamics and safety.

In fact, this Cadillac is expected to be the lightest and most agile car in the class of large luxury sedans. It was also revealed that the model will feature some technology advancements that we have seen in the dynamic ATS and CTS product lines. Precisely, CT6 will employ a mixed material which combines the best and most efficient components optimized for each area of this new car.

The model carries a name which is derived from CTS. The name also indicates a coming shift to a simplified naming convention for future Cadillac models. This means that familiar lettering like “CT” would be used for car models, with the number indicating the relative size and position of the cars in the hierarchy of company’s models.

Cadillac CT6 will be built in Detroit at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant. Its production is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of next year.

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September 25, 2014

2017 Cadillac Vehicles to be Equipped with new Vehicle Technologies

Cadillac has announced that in two years it will begin offering advanced “intelligent and connected” vehicle technologies. The announcement was made by General Motors CEO Mary Barra this Sunday during her keynote address at the Intelligent Transport System (ITS) World Congress in Detroit. Some of Cadillac’s 2017 model year vehicles will offer the advanced driver assist technology called Super Cruise.

In addition, the 2017 Cadillac CTS will be equipped with vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication technology. Barra said that General Motors is taking these giant leaps forward to remain a leader of new technology, and because of customer’s demand. The ultimate goal is through technology and innovation to make driving safer.

Super Cruise is just a working name for GM’s automated driving technology. It will offer customers a new type of driving experience, including hands-off lane following, braking and speed control. What is more, this system has been created in order to bring about more comfort to the attentive driver on freeways, both in bumper-to-bumper traffic and on long road trips.

Next, the V2V communication technology could help reducing many traffic collisions and improve traffic congestion. It will make this possible via sending and receiving basic safety information such as location, speed and direction. In this way it will warn drivers and it can also supplement active safety features, such as forward collision warning.

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September 10, 2014

2015 Cadillac ATS-L To Be Introduced In Mid August

2015 Cadillac ATS-L is going to be launched in Shanghai, China, on 15th of August. And yes, this means that the model won’t be available nor for the customers in the United States, nor those in Europe or any other part of the world. The letter “L” stands for luxury and in addition the new sport sedan will also add some extra legroom and headroom for the rear passengers. Of course, the newest member of the Cadillac family is based on the ATS.

ATS is being currently offered in sedan and coupe form. The model went on sale in China at the end of last year. Now, the L trim level will provide up to 85 mm longer wheelbase, thus increasing the legroom and headroom for passengers riding in the back seat. What is more, Cadillac has also implemented some ergonomic enhancements to the rear seats to further improve the ride comfort.

The ATS-L will keep the main key features of the vehicle: its sportiness, balanced proportions and performance. It will also incorporate a redesigned front fascia which will add more stylishness and sportiness.

The luxury sport sedan will be driven by the 2.0L SIDI turbocharged engine. In fact, in 2013 this unit was named one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines. Thanks to it, the car will produce 279 horsepower (205 kW) and peak torque of 400 Nm (295 lb-ft). The result is 0 to100 km/h acceleration time of only 6.2 seconds.

At last, just as the ATS, the L derivative retains a 50/50 front-to-rear weight distribution as well as the high-strength, lightweight architecture, Brembo brakes, Magnetic Ride Control suspension and high-performance run-flat tires.

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July 30, 2014

2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe And Sedan Get More Torque And Equipment

2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe and ATS Sedan are getting some major updates. Those version equipped with the 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine will get additional torque of up to 400 Newton Meters, which equals 295 lb-ft. The horsepower is 272 horsepower (203 kW) and it was achieved through engine calibration that ended up in enhanced boost pressure for improved performance over the class-competitive torque level available at the launch of the ATS. Moreover, the car will also get available safety-enhancing lane-changing and lane-keeping technologies, which will further strengthen the luxury position of the new model year sport models.

In contrast to some types of vehicle, Cadillac ATS Coupe and Sedan are already the most agile cars in its respective classes. The additional torque works to enhance on an already dynamic vehicle. At 136hp/l, the 2.0L Turbo unit makes one of the most power-dense engines in the industry.

It also delivers 90 percent of its peak torque from 2100 rpm to 3000 rpm and the full 400 Nm of peak torque (295 lb-ft) from 3000 to 4600 rpm. What is more, the broad torque band is backed up by high boost levels in the speed range. It is designed to give the lightweight ATS models immediate power on driver’s demand.

As mentioned, the MY2015 ATS will also be equipped with Lane Change Alert and Lane Keep Assist. The first technology, Lane Change Alert, works in conjunction with the optional Side Blind Zone alert. It warns the person behind the steering wheel of rapidly approaching vehicles, looking approximately 82 feet (or 25 meters) from the side mirror. In this way, the driver is notified that that it may not be safe to change lanes, via a flashing symbol in the side mirror, depending on which turn signal has been activated.

The second technology to be featured in the new models is the Lane Keep Assist system. It operates above speed of 37 mph and utilizes a forward-facing camera. The latter detects if the car leaves the lane unintentionally. If this case is detected, then the technology engages the electric power steering to give a momentary nudge and prevent crossing the lane markings, aligning the vehicle in the lane.

Lane Change Alert and Lane Keep Assist will be offered as an option on both 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe and Sedan in their Performance and Premium Collection trim levels. In addition, the car will be equipped with the Driver Assist Package. The available Lane Change Alert will be also offered on the Luxury, Performance and Premium Collection ATS trim levels along with the Driver Awareness Package.

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July 29, 2014

Hennessey HPE550 – 2015 Cadillac Escalade 6.2L V8 [video]

Hennessey Performance has published a video showing the powerful 2015 Cadillac Escalade fitted with HPE550 power package doing several dyno runs. It is interesting that the tuned version is only RWD (rear-wheel drive), which is very strange for such enormous vehicle.

The SUV is 5,179 mm long, 2,045 mm wide, 1,890 mm tall with a wheelbase of 2,946 mm. The curb weight is 2,541 kg (5,602 lbs). The 2015 Escalade rolls big 20” alloy wheels fitted with 275/55 R20 tires providing good comfort.

The engine is a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 boosted to 552HP (406 kW) at 5,500RPM and 763Nm (565 lb-ft) of torque at 4,200RPM. This is an increase of 126HP and 139Nm. The result is thanks to a number of upgrades including a new high-flow supercharger system; high flow intercooling system; HPE engine management calibration; all necessary gaskets, fluids and hardware; professional installation; dyno tuning and road testing; serial-numbered dash plaque; serial-numbered engine plaque; Hennessey badging; HPE550 Supercharged badging; Hennessey embroidered floormats and a 3-year or 36,000 mile limited warranty.

The 2015 Escalade is priced from $71,695 and the price for the performance package is available upon request.

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July 24, 2014

Cadillac works on 2016 CTS-V model

The Cadillac CTS-V has been around for nearly 10 years now. Launched back in 2004 as a high-performance version of the CTS sedan it targeted other fast cars such as the BMW M5 and the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. Coming at first with a powerful 5.7-liter LS6, V8 engine for 400 HP (294 kW) of power and 395 lb-ft (535 Nm) of torque, the Cadillac CTS-V was upgraded in 2006, receiving a 6.0-liter LS2 engine with the same power but a better torque range. More changes were applied in 2008 with the second generation Cadillac CTS-V. This time the car had a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine that produced 556 HP (409 kW) of power and 551 lb-ft (747 Nm) of torque.

Now Cadillac CTS-V fans will get to see and experience the third generation of this muscle vehicle. The new car is based on the brand-new CTS sedan and has a redesigned exterior and a larger interior, while at the same time bringing more power, newer technologies and less weight.

The new Cadillac CTS-V comes with one important change so we chose to start with it. The new generation will be an attempt by Cadillac to better differentiate its high-performance models from standard ones and the CTS line will be the first one to benefit from this change. The first change is that the grille of the car no longer resembles the one of a standard 2014 CTS. The new one is both wider and shorter and comes with an entirely new design. The bumper is also different and larger intakes replace the more stylish cutouts in the regular CTS. In addition the vehicle is expected to be even more aerodynamic and there will be air vents on the hood that suggest there’s a force-fed V8 engine inside the car.

As to engines there’s little information but we do know that the new 2015 Cadillac CTS-V line will come with at least one V8 gasoline engine that will produce around 600 HP (441 kW) and 580 lb-ft (786 Nm) of torque.

Just like before the main targets of the Cadillac CTS-V will be the 2014 BMW M5 and the current Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. Both cars are slightly more powerful than the Cadillac CTS-V but sell for around USD 90 000 and more, which is a disadvantage when compared to the 2015 Cadillac CTS-V – a car that is expected to sell for around USD 70 000.

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July 16, 2014

2015 Cadillac ATS Sedan – Officially Unveiled

2015 Cadillac ATS Sedan - Front Angle

Cadillac has officially unveiled the 2015 ATS Sedan coming with an acclaimed balance of performance and refinement, wrapped in a progressive expression of Cadillac’s Art & Science design philosophy.

The exterior of 2015 ATS Sedan features a new front fascia with a revised grille. There are also two new colors in the range including Crystal White Tricoat and Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic. Other highlights include 17” alloy wheels fitted as standard and optional set of 18” rims.

Bold lighting elements are a Cadillac signature feature and the ATS advances the tradition with available high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps, light-emitting diode (LED) vertical light signature elements and Adaptive Forward Lighting. The Standard model features projector-beam halogen headlamps, while the HID headlamps and front vertical LED light signatures are included on all collections above the Standard model on Coupe, and on the Performance and Premium Collections for Sedan. Illuminated outside door handles on Performance and Premium Collections lend technologically advanced style and function. All models feature LED technology for the taillamps and rear-center stop lamp.

The interior updates are minor, but some of the new features are revised upholstery and trim combinations as well as additional safety and convenience improvements. The car also gains Siri Eyes Free compatibility, Text Message Alerts function and a Teen Driver function. The options list includes Cadillac DockSpot which is an inductive charger which can recharge compatible smartphones.

The engine range includes a 2.5 liter four-cylinder – 202HP (151 kW) and 259Nm (191 lb-ft) of torque; a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 272HP (203 kW) and 400Nm (203 kW) and a 3.6 liter V6 – 321HP (239 kW) and 373Nm (275 lb-ft).

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July 9, 2014

ZF Lenksysteme Steering Added To 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe

2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe is getting premium electric power steering, which will refine the ride quality and will not sacrifice the handling. ZF Lenksysteme is a leading supplier of automotive steering systems. Exactly this company has teamed up with Cadillac to create the best dynamic handling and steering for all models of the new 2015 ATS. The electronic power assist steering gives a wider range of assist. This results in a communicative and responsive steering experience.

The electronic power-assisted steering has been enhanced for the 2015 ATS via a revision in the programming within the electronic control unit. Precisely, the programming broadens the range of steering assist at low and high vehicle speeds. It does this by using wheel speed, steering angle and even the car’s chassis mode.

The system designed by ZF Lenksysteme aims to deliver excellent response and on-center characteristics. At the same time it also saves fuel since engine power isn’t directly required to assist gear movement.

ZF Lenksysteme steering gear has excellent torsional stiffness and low operating friction, which improves the steering feel with great linear response, In addition, the steering column and intermediate shaft feature stiff, direct-acting and low-friction ball bearing designs. This results in more immediate as well as connected-to-the-road feel for the driver.

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July 3, 2014

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