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QOTD: Will New Product Boost Infiniti?

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The bigger news here is that it appears top-trim models will be targeted at Cadillac and Lincoln and priced accordingly, with a base sticker of over $100,000. The two EVs appear to be a Q70 electric sedan that drew comparisons to the Tesla Model S and a midsize crossover. Expect an available air suspension.

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Cadillac introduces the 2014 ELR extended range electric vehicle

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2014 Cadillac ELR Click to enlarge. Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. ELR production begins in the US in late 2013 in limited numbers, said Bob Ferguson, Cadillac global vice president.

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J.D. Power: quality takes a back seat to innovation as problems reach a record high

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The study is designed to provide manufacturers with information to facilitate the identification of problems and to drive product improvement. The higher usage and unique BEV use cases translate to more problems experienced using the app in comparison to those with an internal combustion engine vehicle.

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GM said to be ending ‘Ultra Cruise’ semi-autonomous driving development

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Not to be confused with GM’s more limited Super Cruise system, Ultra Cruise was set to be available in the automaker’s premium vehicles, while the former was being developed for economy-level products. million miles,” wrote in its original announcement of the product.

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GM sells 1 millionth vehicle in China in 2014; 8th consecutive year and earliest yet

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As a point of comparison, GM’s four brands in the US (Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac) have delivered 649,637 vehicles during the first three months of 2014. General Motors has made China a global priority, expanding both our brand and product lineup to keep up with the changing demands of the market.

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GM posts 2016 delivery record in China; 3.87M vehicles, more than 1/3 of global sales

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For comparison, GM brands reported retail sales in the US of 2,446,582 vehicles for CY 2016. About 40% of GM’s product launches in China through 2020 will be SUVs and MPVs. Buick posted record sales, supported by popular products like the Excelle GT sedan and Envision SUV. It is focused on the luxury, SUV and MPV segments.

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Consumer Reports Lists Least/Most Expensive Car Brands to Maintain

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From Consumer Reports : The comparison for fresher cars is muddied because a number of brands, including BMW and Toyota, offer free maintenance periods on new cars. However, Toyota products were slightly cheaper to own during the 5-to-10-year period, whereas Buick were cheaper to own in the 1-to-5-year span.