A Eulogy for the Cadillac ELR
First, if you would indulge me, some mood music. In the world of plug-in vehicles, the Cadillac ELR cuts a sad and tragic figure. Introduced back in the 2014 model year, the ELR came as the luxury upgrade from the Chevrolet Volt, the carefully-prepared sushi to Chevrolet’s meat and potatoes. Careful Attention: Following these tips […]
2016 Cadillac ELR Overview
The 2016 Cadillac ELR is the followup Cadillac’s first-ever extended-range electric vehicle. After skipping the 2015 model year, the ELR returns with improved performance, increased power, and a lower price point, making it an even more attractive option for customers looking to satiate their appetites for luxury and environmental responsibility. [wptab name=”What’s New”] What’s New for the […]
2016 Cadillac ELR Upgrades Revealed
Johan de Nysschen went on record during the 2015 New York Auto Show in saying that the Cadillac ELR would not see another lifecycle, likely going out of production for good in the near future. Today, Cadillac confirms that its $75,000 “niche car” will at least survive for the 2016 model year, announcing a number […]
Why Wasn’t the 2016 Cadillac ELR at the LA Auto Show?
This year’s Los Angeles Auto Show saw a lot of big unveilings (and a lunch from Mitsubishi), but there was a strange absence that we weren’t expecting: the new Cadillac ELR. So why wasn’t the 2016 Cadillac ELR at the LA Auto Show? We certainly expected that it would be, and so did everyone else. […]
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Cadillac ELR Could Be a Thing
We’ve seen a lot of cool auto projects on KickStarter and other fundraising platforms recently. Specific to KickStarter were the Carpool Deville and the iceScreen Magnetic Ice Shield, while the Solar (Freakin’) Roadways project used Indiegogo. The newest project we’ve spotted is a Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Cadillac ELR prototype. Related: Cadillac XT5 Spy […]
2016 Cadillac ELR Debut Scheduled for November
Edmunds is reporting that the 2016 Cadillac ELR debut has been set for this November at the Los Angeles Auto Show. According to Cadillac’s spokesman, David Caldwell, the new ELR will be an “improved version” of the overpriced ELR we currently have on the market. While Caldwell provided no insight to the changes, he did […]
Cadillac ELR Test Drives Electrify the West Coast
Cadillac has launched the ELR Mobile Experience, which is really just a fancy way of saying the brand is hosting Cadillac ELR test drives along the California coast, to give drivers a sense of what it is to experience true ELR luxury. During the Cadillac ELR test drives, residents of major California commercial and entertainment […]
So It Shall Come to Pass: Cadillac ELR Recalled for Technical Glitch
Yesterday, I suggested that the Cadillac ELR might be in need of a recall to fix the burn that Ford put on them with the "Upside" ad. Turns out, I wasn't all that far off.
It was only yesterday that I wrote the following line in my blog about Ford’s delicious send-up of Cadillac’s preposterously stupid “Poolside” commercial: “We dare say that General Motors might need to issue yet another recall, this time for the Cadillac ELR, because that sumbitch just got BURNED!” Well, I’m not going to say that […]
Newest Cadillac ELR Ad Moves Away from Controversy
Many public relations mavericks might claim that all publicity is good publicity—and they might have a point. After the release of their first ever commercial for the brand new ELR, a plug-in hybrid, Cadillac has received a lot of the public’s attention, but not necessarily in a good way. RELATED: Cadillac ELR Smart Grid The commercial, […]
The Smug Life – What the Cadillac ELR Ad Says About America
Here's a hint: it doesn't say anything particularly good.
But first, a shocking truth nugget! What I’m about to tell you may come as an absolute shock. It is imperative, however, that you hold on past this shocking revelation as the meat of what follows is entirely dependent on your digestion and understanding of the 30-kiloton bomb that I am about to drop on […]
Cadillac ELR Customers Receive Complimentary Home Charging Station
Related: A Look Back at the Cadillac Ciel Concept Being one of the first to purchase the all-new 2014 Cadillac ELR just became a little more appealing. Not only will customers receive a revolutionary electric luxury vehicle, but Cadillac has announced that it will install a complimentary 240-volt home charging station for early buyers. The upgraded […]
Cadillac ELR Coupe History
Introduction As a luxury plug-in hybrid compact coupe, the Cadillac ELR is General Motors’ answer to the recent call for luxury hybrids. With an all-electric range of 35 miles and top speed of 100 mph, the ELR, which is still new to the industry after being introduced in January 2014, has quickly become one of […]
2014 Cadillac ELR Coupe Overview
2014 Cadillac ELR Coupe Exterior The 2014 Cadillac ELR is an eye-catcher with smooth, sweeping lines that create an aesthetically pleasing exterior, while remaining aerodynamic. This contemporary style makes you feel like you’re stepping into the world of luxury the moment you set sights on it. While it’s based on the Chevrolet Volt, there are […]
Cadillac ELR’s Regen on Demand System Up for Award
The Cadillac ELR has hardly left the production line, and already it is battling some tough competition for the 2014 Green Car Technology Award, put out by Green Car Journal. It was the Cadillac ELR’s Regen on Demand system that merited the extended-range electric luxury coupe a nomination for the prestigious award. Regen on Demand […]
2014 Cadillac ELR Reviewed: More Than a Luxury Volt
The 2014 Cadillac ELR has been hotly anticipated by Caddy enthusiasts and green driving advocates since it was first announced. Kelley Blue Book recently got their hands on the luxury carmaker’s electric coupe and seemed more than impressed with what Cadillac’s engineers have created. RELATED: Current Cadillac Lineup Based upon and very nearly identical to the […]
Active Noise Cancelling Creates Quiet for Cadillac ELR Cabin
The Cadillac ELR cabin is so quiet when it’s running on batter power that you could hear a pin drop. In order to make sure that the peacefulness of the cabin isn’t interrupted during the transition from battery power to the gas-powered electric generator, the carmaker developed a way to preserve the peace and quiet […]
All-Electric Cadillac ELR Features Host of New Technology
Cadillac has its eyes set on beating out the Tesla Model S. Its newest venture is the all-electric Cadillac ELR. This machine is set to debut in early 2014 and has high-tech features from nose to tail. The ELR design is based on the innovative Chevrolet Volt, but takes the Volt’s best qualities and makes […]