Cadillac CUE: Intuitive and Connected Driving in 2012
Integrates interior design with industry-first control, command technologies
2011-10-12
■Natural voice recognition, fewer buttons, larger icons, greater customization
■Central instrument panel features fully capacitive faceplate, vibrant 8-inch LCD touch screen with proximity sensing, multi-touch hand gestures
■3.5 times more processing power than current systems
SAN DIEGO -- Cadillac CUE, a comprehensive in-vehicle experience that merges intuitive design with auto industry-first controls and commands for information and entertainment data, will benefit consumers by offering personalized, connected driving beginning in 2012.
"CUE will transform personal transportation by simply and efficiently integrating luxury design and instinctive technology with unparalleled levels of customized in-vehicle connectivity," Don Butler, Vice President, Cadillac Marketing, announced at the CTIA Wireless Association's Enterprise and Applications conference.
CUE will debut in 2012 in the Cadillac XTS and ATS luxury sedans and SRX luxury crossover. CUE is designed to be unique for each consumer, from the "simple user" to the fully connected "super user."
"For the tech-savvy, it's everything you want it to be -- a full suite of infotainment, navigation and communication tools that keeps you fully connected. For the tech-averse, its power is remarkably simple, intuitive and accessible," Butler said.
CUE, which stands for Cadillac User Experience, will pair entertainment and information data from up to 10 Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices, USBs, SD cards and MP3 players with a vehicle infotainment system that reduces complexity through customized information, natural voice commands and fewer buttons and larger icons
For example, most of today's luxury cars have around 20 buttons controlling the radio and entertainment functions. CUE reduces that to just four buttons.
"CUE doesn't replace your smartphone or your iPod™," said Micky Bly, executive director, Global Electric Systems, Infotainment and Electrification. "Rather it allows consumers to securely store those mobile devices while channeling the information on those devices, along with your navigation tools, weather maps with Doppler radar, AM/FM and XM radio, instant messages and emails, through a central portal in your Cadillac, keeping hands on the wheel and eyes on the road."
The heart of CUE is the 8-inch LCD touch screen, seamlessly integrated into the top of the central instrument panel and a motorized fully capacitive faceplate at the bottom concealing a 1.8L storage area. The vibrant LCD screen displays CUE's home page, which resembles a smart phone's screen by using large, easy-to-target icons to execute commands. Capacitive refers to using electrodes to sense the conductive properties of objects, such as a finger.
"CUE is a very elegant in-vehicle hub of all the information and entertainment in your life. All of CUE's controls use the same design vernacular to create a harmony unique to Cadillac," said Dave Lyon, executive director, Cadillac Interior Design. "Vibrant colors, a piano black face plate, precision-milled buttons, intuitive touch screen placement and sculpted front console provide a spacious, fashion-forward cabin."
To improve simplicity and connectivity for consumers, CUE will feature several auto industry firsts.
■Proximity Sensing: As the user's hand approaches the LCD screen, command icons appear. Icons can be customized and arranged by consumers to improve ease of use.
■Haptic Feedback: Buttons on the fully capacitive faceplate pulse when pressed to acknowledge the driver's commands and helps keep the driver's eyes on the road.
■Multi-Touch Hand Gestures: interactive motions (tap, flick, swipe and spread) popularized by smartphones and tablets allow tasks on the LCD screen, such as scrolling lists, zooming maps and searching favorites to be easily accomplished.
■12.3 in. LCD reconfigurable gauge cluster (on select models) offers four selectable displays -- Simple, Enhanced, Balanced and Performance -- that can mix traditional vehicle data such as a speedometer and fuel gauge with navigation, entertainment and 3D vehicle image.
■Natural Speech Recognition lets consumers speak logically with fewer specific commands to recall stored media or input navigation destinations. CUE's text-to-speech feature will also allow consumers to receive text messages by system voice and to send recorded text messages in return.
■Linux operating system, "open" software platform and ARM 11 3-core processor, each operating at 400 million of instructions (mips) per second. This hardware setup offers 3.5 times more processing power than current infotainment systems, and allow developers to write applications to CUE that be downloaded by consumers.
"It's processing speed and power that make CUE so capable," said Bly.
Cadillac Ciel Reveal Pebble Beach, California 2012
23-Aug-2011 Cadillac today unveiled the Ciel concept, an elegant, open-air grand-touring car inspired by the natural beauty of the California coast.
The Ciel -- pronounced "C-L," the French translation for sky -- is a four-seat convertible that opens a new chapter in Cadillac's design and product ascent, pushing the brand's Art & Science philosophy into a new stratum. Ciel is a new expression of Cadillac's historical grandeur, as well as a celebration of open-air motoring.
2012 Cadillac Ciel Concept (SH)
19-Aug-2011 PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. -- Cadillac today unveiled the Ciel concept, an elegant, open-air grand-touring car inspired by the natural beauty of the California coast.
The Ciel -- pronounced "C-L," the French translation for sky -- is a four-seat convertible that opens a new chapter in Cadillac's design and product ascent, pushing the brand's Art & Science philosophy into a new stratum. Ciel is a new expression of Cadillac's historical grandeur, as well as a celebration of open-air motoring.
"Large, expressive luxury is innate to Cadillac and the Ciel recalls that heritage, while suggesting where the brand can go in the future," said Clay Dean, global design director for Cadillac. "Authentic luxury is driven by experiences, not just products, and Ciel is about the experience of the journey."
The spacious and elegant Ciel is a grand gesture that explores themes driving Cadillac's explorations into range-topping flagship luxury. It is powered by a twin-turbocharged version of the 3.6-liter Direct Injection V-6 engine, paired with a hybrid system using lithium-ion battery technology.
Cadillac Debuts 2014 CTS in the Big Apple!
2014 Cadillac CTS Elevates to Challenge World's Best
Cadillac today introduced the all-new 2014 CTS sedan, which ascends into the heart of the midsize luxury market with expanded performance, elevated luxury and sophisticated technology.
The third-generation CTS sedan is based on the high-performing rear-drive architecture of the award-winning ATS sport sedan, moving Cadillac into the prestigious class of midsize luxury sedans. It will be the segment's lightest car, enabling the most agile driving dynamics in the class. A range of power-dense powertrains underpin its performance, including the all-new Cadillac Twin-turbo engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.
Production of the 2014 CTS begins this fall in Lansing, Mich.
Cadillac CTS-V Racing Coupe Racecar 2011
Cadillac is turning their attention to racing as the company has just wrapped up testing of the new CTS-V Racing Coupe.
Set to enter competition on Saturday, at the Streets of St. Petersburg, the CTS will battle other contenders in the highly-competitive Sports Car Club of America World Challenge GT series. It will be driven by Johnny O'Connell and Andy Pilgrim, who are no strangers to racing as O'Connell is a three-time GT1 champion in the America Le Mans Series and Pilgrim claimed victory in the 2005 SCCA World Challenge GT class.
As for the car itself, it features an aerodynamic carbon fiber body and a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine that develops 535 hp (399 kW / 542 PS). While this is 21 hp (16 kW / 21 PS) less than the standard CTS-V Coupe, the car weighs 1,000 pounds (454 kg) less than the production model.
According to O'Connell, "The CTS-V Coupe racecar has been very nimble during testing and seems to brake very well. I not only expect it to do well on a street circuit, but everywhere we compete."
2013 Cadillac XTS Premium/Luxury Start Up, Exhaust, and In Depth Review
Hello and welcome to Saabkyle04! YouTube's largest collection of automotive variety! In today's video, we'll take an up close and personal, in depth look at the all new 2013 Cadillac XTS
MSRP pricing for the XTS, before options, starts at:
Base: $44,075
Luxury: $48,690
Premium: $53,585
Platinum: $58,160
During this presentation, we will take a 1st person look at what the vehicle is all about beginning with the start up, performance data, fuel economy, the occasional track data, and build quality. Also, I will teach you how to use most of the interior and exterior features in a detailed fashion, that before, you could only get from going to a dealership yourself! Throughout the video, I will highlight key styling and unique differences about the vehicle, any available options, and of course it would not be an enthusiast car video without the good ole engine portion with rev and Exhaust note with interior and exterior perspectives. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.
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2013 Cadillac XTS Walkaround Car Review Video with Lead Designer Christine Park
Autobytel spent an afternoon with Cadillac Lead Designer Christine Park who is responsible for the brilliant interior design featured on the XTS. The 2013 Cadillac XTS is an all new full size luxury sedan from the American luxury brand. The XTS is poised to wear the crown as the most technologically sophisticated vehicle in the Cadillac stable. Besides an array of advanced features; the XTS offers tons of interior room, luxury amenities, dynamic performance, and an elegant exterior design. The new Cadillac XTS will be replacing the outdated STS and DTS full-size sedans.
The 2013 Cadillac XTS is positioned one level about the current CTS in terms of size and price. The XTS is built upon the General Motors Epsilon II platform. The driver compartment has a sleek elongated look that not only looks great but allows for a large amount of interior space. The overall shape of the XTS is crisp and tailored and the character lines down the sides look stunning. Up front there is a bold chrome grille that screams Cadillac as it grabs your attention. The wheels are 19-inch chrome pieces with 20-inch wheels offered on the Platinum Edition.
The 2013 Cadillac XTS will come in 3 different trim levels: Luxury, Premium, and Platinum. The interior of the XST is not only spacious as previously mentioned but down right beautiful. Cadillac customers demand a very high level of luxury and quality and the XTS continues that tradition. The XTS will be the first vehicle equipped with the revolutionary CUE infotainment center. See more info on the CUE below. The XTS features leather trim and wood accents everywhere. The Head-Up Display features color readouts. The music chores are carried out by a top of the line Bose Studio surround sound system. Besides the vast amount of luxury features and options, the XTS is packed with the latest safety technology.
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Cadillac ATS CUE Overview with Cody Hansen, GM Interaction Designer
This is an overview of the all-new Cadillac CUE, during an exclusive AutoAcademics interview with Cody Hansen, GM Interaction Designer. CUE will initially be intigrated in the XTS, ATS, and SRX. Contact www.autoacademics.net for more info.
2013 Cadillac ATS Background Video Press Kit
CADILLAC AT THE 2012 DETROIT AUTO SHOW
Introduction of the All-New Cadillac 2013 ATS!
● Compact Luxury Sports Sedan Primed to Challenge the "Status Quo"
● Lineup of Engines Capitalizes on Lightweight Structure for Performance/Efficiency
● CUE: Merge of Intuitive Design with Auto Industry First Controls/Commands
Sunday night, January 8, 2012, Detroit MI: Meet the new "status quo" for luxury sports sedans!
At the first major automotive event of the new year, GM introduced the all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show. Developed on an all-new, lightweight vehicle architecture, the 2013 Cadillac ATS is primed to challenge the world's best premium cars.
Lightweight Structure Compliments Performance & Efficiency
The 2013 ATS is the most agile and lightweight Cadillac, with one of the lowest curb weights in the segment -- less than 3,400 pounds (1,542 kg).
A broad lineup of engines -- including two four-cylinders and a V-6 for North America -- delivers strong power to the ATS and capitalizes on the car's lightweight structure to complement its performance with efficiency. The optional engines include an all-new 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 270 horsepower (201 kW) and Cadillac's award-winning 3.6L V-6, estimated at 318 horsepower (237 kW).
At 135hp/L, the new 2.0T is one of the most power-dense engines in the industry, topping engines from European competitors. ATS will offer both manual and automatic transmission options, along with rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive configurations.
The ATS will deliver peak highway fuel economy of more than 30 mpg.
CADILLAC CUE and ATS Technologies
The ATS is offered with Cadillac CUE, a comprehensive, in-vehicle experience that merges intuitive design with auto industry-first controls and commands for information and entertainment data. It is designed to be unique for each consumer, from the "simple user" to the fully connected "super user."
CUE, which stands for Cadillac User Experience, pairs entertainment and information data from up to 10 Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices, USBs, SD cards and MP3 players with a vehicle infotainment system that reduces complexity through customized information, voice commands and fewer buttons and larger icons. For example, most of today's luxury cars have around 20 buttons controlling the radio and entertainment functions. CUE has only four.
The heart of CUE is the eight-inch LCD multi-touch sensitive screen, seamlessly integrated into the top of the central instrument panel and a motorized fully capacitive faceplate at the bottom concealing a 1.8L storage area. The vibrant LCD screen displays CUE's home page, which resembles a smart phone's screen by using large, easy-to-target icons to execute commands.
2013 Cadillac SRX - Don Butler - New York Auto Show 2012
02-Apr-2012 Cadillac introduces technology and design enhancements to the SRX luxury crossover SUV this week at the New York International Auto Show. Among the new features for 2013 is CUE, the in-vehicle user experience that incorporates touch-screen controls similar to the most popular mobile devices.
The 2013 SRX's enhanced technology also contributes to safety, with Cadillac's new Driver Awareness and Driver Assist technology packages. Their features include Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Cadillac's Safety Alert Seat technology, Automatic Front and Rear Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control and more, using radar and other technologies to help avoid collisions.
Interior and exterior design updates further distinguish the 2013 SRX, while active noise cancelation technology helps provide a quieter driving experience. It goes on sale this fall.
"The 2013 SRX illustrates the Cadillac philosophy of never leaving well enough alone," said Don Butler, vice president of marketing for Cadillac. "The enhancements for the SRX -- including CUE -- are examples of how we're developing advanced technologies and pushing them consistently through the Cadillac portfolio. They are also some of the key elements of the all-new XTS luxury sedan and ATS compact sedan, which will expand the Cadillac portfolio this summer."
Since its redesign in 2009, the SRX has established a strong visual signature for Cadillac in the luxury crossover segment. The 2013 SRX refines that appearance with a new design for the front upper and lower grilles that conveys greater depth and the brand's attention to detail. The front fender vents are new and incorporate LED light pipes.
Three new exterior colors are offered: Evolution Green Metallic, Glacier Blue Metallic and Silver Coast Metallic. Also new is the SRX's range of 20-inch wheel designs, including new chrome and polished aluminum wheels for the Performance and Premium Collections -- the top two option packages.
The SRX is offered in FWD and Advanced AWD models, each powered by a 3.6L Direct Injection V-6 that was added for 2012. It is rated an SAE-certified 308 horsepower (230 kW) and 265 lb.-ft. of torque (358 Nm).
► Ford Interceptor Concept
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Building on its legacy of bold muscle cars, Ford is introducing a modern, all-American sedan concept that combines "Built Ford Tough" attitude with the sporty elegance of its iconic 1960s sedans.
The Ford Interceptor concept comes equipped with a manual six-speed gearbox mated to a Ford Racing 5.0-liter V-8 Cammer engine that delivers 400 horsepower and runs on E-85 ethanol.
"This concept celebrates the best of American muscle, showing customers what 'modern muscle' is all about," said Peter Horbury, executive director -- Design, The Americas. "The Interceptor concept is much like a Marine in dress uniform. He looks smart and elegant but you can see the raw power that lies beneath."
TOYOTA fun-vii CONCEPT CAR AT 2012 DETROIT AUTO SHOW
TOYOTA FUN-VII at the 2012 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.
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