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2013 Cadillac XTS iPad comes standard

Mark Raby, May 12th 2012 Discuss [0]

In an effort for Cadillac to prove itself as the penultimate leader in automotive luxury, the carmaker has decided to include a brand new iPad in every new sale of its new XTS model. That's right - the iPad comes standard with all 2013 Cadillac XTS models. It isn't just a random gimmick to promote sales of the new vehicle - Cadillac has launched a new app called MyCadillac that lets users access the company's CUE infotainment system. Read The Full Story

The Auto tech wake-up: Free iPads and Apple-trained tutors

Chris Davies, May 9th 2012 Discuss [0]

Fiendishly complex car dashboards aren't just a concern to safety regulators but auto manufacturers too, worried that new buyers may not only fail to use gadgetry-packed vehicles but may come to resent them. Cadillac's new 2013 ATS may be tempting gas-heads with its sharp styling and engine options, but the fact that the GM-owned company will throw in a free iPad - preloaded with a new CUE training tool to help owners get the best of their car - should help take some of the sting out of the touchscreen dashboard too. It's not just Cadillac which is reacting, however; other car manufacturers are even raiding well-known computing firms for their tech tutor talent. Read The Full Story

The driverless cars that want to run Google off the road

Michael Crider, May 8th 2012 Discuss [0]

Google gets a lot of digital ink for its driverless car program, which recently got the go-ahead to expand its testing to Nevada highways. But Mountain View isn’t the only horse in this race. New start-ups and old standbys are preparing the cars of the future, and they all want a piece of the driverless car market. Here are five competitors to Google’s program, all trying to be king of the road.

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Cadillac unveils 2013 ATS starting at $33,990

Ben Kersey, May 7th 2012 Discuss [0]

Cadillac has today announced a car in its range, the 2013 Cadillac ATS. The basic car will feature a 2.5L engine and six-speed transmission, with Cadillac saying that the car should be able to achieve up to 30 MPG. The next model up will feature a 2L turbocharged engine, offer manual or automatic transmissions, and rear or front wheel drive options. Read The Full Story

Cadillac “driverless” tests underway

Chris Burns, Apr 20th 2012 Discuss [0]

There are some real live Cadillac-made semi-automatic "driverless" cars being tested this week using technology they call "Super Cruise." This mode of driving allows for fully automatic steering, lane-centering, and braking in highway driving conditions - but they've got to be optimal or it does not work. Detroit's test runs this week are said by Cadillac to possibly be ready for real-world use by the middle of the decade - we're looking at a boss here, folks, no hands! Read The Full Story

Cadillac XTS gets vibrating safety seat

Shane McGlaun, Mar 28th 2012 Discuss [0]

GM has announced that its new Cadillac XT is luxury sedan, which will go into production this spring, is set to get what GM claims to be the industry's first vibrating car seat offering tactile sensation. The point of the vibrating seat is to warn the driver of crash threats while driving and parking. The seat is called the Cadillac Safety Alert Seat and will generate vibrating pulse patterns on the left and or right side of the lower bolster of the seat. Read The Full Story

Megaupload CEO raid captures 18 luxurious cars and one motorcycle

Chris Burns, Jan 24th 2012 Discuss [7]

When you're the kingpin of Megaupload and your name is Kim Dotcom, it's not hard to think that it's a good idea to purchase a lot of fancy electronics so you can look awesome when posting yourself sitting in your basement hacking away - but when you've gone beyond hackerdom, there's something else you'll end up purchasing: fabulous automobiles. That's what Dotcom did, and as his Megaupload and other internet-based ventures grew, he amassed what's been revealed today as a king's ransom worth of luxury cars. Amongst these were Rolls-Royce, Maserati, and 16 more in autos dating from 2012 all the way back to 1959. Read The Full Story

Cadillac ATS takes on BMW

Chris Davies, Jan 12th 2012 Discuss [5]

Does Cadillac have a chance against BMW? The US car company reckons it does, and the 2012 Cadillac ATS is the Bimmer-killer patriots have been waiting for. Unveiled this week, the ATS mixes rear-wheel-drive with the lowest curb weight in its class, with plenty of emphasis placed on road-handling and performance to compete with the Germanic titans. Read The Full Story

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Camaro ZL1: eyes-on the fastest Camaro ever made [Video]

Shane McGlaun, Sep 30th 2011 Discuss [44]

Earlier this month I mentioned the new Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 that had just gone official. The car sounds very cool on paper with a new 6.2L LSA V8 that has an Eaton supercharger strapped to it. The engine produces 580 HP and 556 lb-fit of torque. The engine is all aluminum for weight savings and the car is aimed at being very streetable, yet ready for the owner to take to the racetrack at any time.

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Cadillac Converj concept car to hit dealers as Cadillac ELR

Shane McGlaun, Aug 18th 2011 Discuss [1]

One of the things I really like about car show season at the major shows around the world is that we get to see some cool concept cars. One of the cool green concepts that made its way around many major car shows from GM was called the Cadillac Converj concept. The concept was a luxury coupe that used extended range electric tech for motivation. Read The Full Story

Obama’s Beast gets beached: Armor plating is heavy [Video]

Chris Davies, May 23rd 2011 Discuss [1]

When your car has 5-inch thick military grade armor, is biochemically sealed, has its own oxygen supply, and can fire tear gas and infrared smoke grenades, it's easy to assume you're driving the perfect urban tank. Unfortunately, as US president Barack Obama - and his presumably red-faced driver - discovered in Dublin, Ireland today, all of that clever kit makes your car surprisingly heavy, too, and simple speed bumps become a whole lot more treacherous. Read The Full Story

GM adds 14 more vehicles with OnStar app compatibility

Shane McGlaun, Mar 18th 2011 Discuss [0]

I like that car makers like Ford and GM are offering tech laden vehicles with hands free and other access inside the car. I really like that GM has an app for iPhone and Android users that lets the driver interact with the vehicle when they aren’t in it. The OnStar app from GM is really cool and has all sorts of features. Read The Full Story