If you are in the market for a new auto, consider a 2011 Cadillac Chicago model. As a big incentive to get people into a Cadillac dealership and remain loyal to the brand, the company is offering a cool program called Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance. For any 2011 models sold between now and Sept 7th, all scheduled oil changes, tire rotation, engine and cabin air filters and a vehicle inspection will be Free. Nope, your eyes are not playing tricks on you. This maintenance program is good for 4 years/50,000 miles.

Keep in mind that this does not include brake service and other service on parts that have to be serviced for normal wear and tear. Still, what it does cover is awesome. All the money you’ll be saving on oil changes and the other above listed services you can hopefully use towards something enjoyable! I think this is a really good reason to head to your Cadillac dealer in Chicago and see which 2011 model would be a great fit your driving needs!

One awesome model if you want to drive around in attractive luxury is the 2011 CTS sedan. It’s longer and wider than previous CTS models and has a beautiful interior. One awesome feature is that is comes with an eight speaker Bose Stereo system. This is a standard feature you won’t have to pay extra for! This Cadillac Chicago model also comes with a 3.0 liter V6 that provides 270 hp. It is a rear wheel drive and comes with a long list of standard safety features.

If you need something roomier, consider the 2011 Cadillac SRX. It’s a four door SUV that starts out at $35K for a base model. It has that attractive Cadillac styling, both on the exterior and interior. It comes with plenty of passenger and cargo space- 5 people can comfortably be transported in this newest SRX. It also comes with a great warranty program in addition to the 2011 free maintenance schedule discussed above.

Now’s a great time to check out all the 2011 models at your Cadillac dealer in Chicago. There’s a perfect auto waiting to go home with you today!

Cadillac models are luxurious and stylish, there is no disputing this.  That’s why they’ve been popular for so many years.  What’s been changing for Cadillac is the focus on creating sportier options that cater to many different generations.  We often associate a “Caddy” with the old school models your grandfather proudly cruised around in.  Several Cadillac models are in the works and are proving to be great choices if you are shopping around for a new auto!

Take, for example, the 2011 Chicago CTS coupe.  It is currently on the lot at your local dealer and it’s hot!  This is the first coupe to be sold since the Deville said bye-bye back in 1993.   That’s 17 years ago and it’s about time we see something new!  The 2011 CTS coupe will start out with a 3.6 L V6 engine that delivers 304 horsepower.  Down the road, the car maker will install the coupe with same engine currently found in the CTS-V.  That being a supercharged 6.2 liter V8.  Now that’s some serious power.  I think, however, that the current option will be enough to satisfy the driver who craves speed and sport behind the wheel…at least in the meantime!!

Like most car companies out there, Cadillac has a long list of Options that you can purchase to make driving the Chicago CTS coupe that much more exciting.  If you take just the standard features, you’ll find that there’s a lot already in there.  The seats are made with quality leather as well as a leather steering wheel and shift knob.  To accent this, the door panel, wood dashboard insert, and console insert are all made of genuine wood.  Cadillac works hard to make the cabin of their cars very luxurious.

In addition, the CTS-V sport wagon will debut at your Chicago Cadillac dealer later this year.  This is a great option if you want to transport your family and/or belongings in style!  It’s been refreshed for the 2011 car year.  The roof is longer and it will come with the same engine that is found in the CTS-V sedan: a 556 HP that is sure to leave the kiddos wide-eyed in the backseat!  It was unveiled at the 2010 New York Auto Show and was a big hit.

Cadillacs just keep getting better.  Find your nearest Chicago Cadillac dealer and check out all the great models it has to offer!

Future models of the Chicago DTS are going to have a new feature…It’s not something you’ll probably notice right off the bat, but to Cadillac, it’s what defines their vehicles.  The company is redesigning their famous crest logo.

The logo found on current Chicago XLR cars was introduced back in 1999 and was designed to go with Cadillac’s art and science mentality at the time.  When that logo was redesigned 11 years ago, it was simplified from the version before.  If you want some rich history behind the Cadillac logo, the original design was in honor of the man who founded Detroit: Antoine de La Mothe, Sieur de Cadillac.

The newest crest’s differences cannot be readily seen, unless you place the new and old side by side.   Compared to the older version, the new one is “cleaner”, with silver looking ridges that divide the different colors.  The new crest colors have a more jewel-like look.  The 1999 version’s colors were more primary looking, especially the four red blocks.

The new Cadillac logo was first spotted at an International motor event last November.  It wasn’t advertised and pointed out at that time, but now it’s being showcased on TV ads and the 2011 SRX will be the first to get it.   Eventually it will roll out across the Cadillac inventory.

The logo isn’t the only exciting thing going on right now with Cadillac models.  At your local dealerships, you’ll be able to find all the 2010 Cadillac’s.  Take for example the Chicago DTS.  It’s a four door model with many luxurious features.

The 2010 DTS comes equipped with a 4.6 Liter engine that packs a punch of 275 HP.  Certainly not the most horsepower on the market, but for this type of auto, it’s a good number.  This DTS Luxury Collection has an automatic transmission with four speeds and front wheel drive.

If you opt for a certified pre-owned Cadillac, your dealership has a great selection to choose from.  For instance, there’s a black 2008 Chicago XLR waiting to go home with the right buyer.  This beautiful convertible offers a stylish interior and a 4.6 Liter V-8 engine that provides 320 HP.  What a great way to cruise around Chicagoland on a beautiful summer day!

There are plenty of fun trips to plan during the summer months, but taking your Chicago XLR into the dealership for surprise repairs is not one of them!  With the current economy leaving people eager to save some cash, people are opting for vacations that are drive-able and enjoyable, versus the more lavish destinations that leave you no choice but to fly!

I recently came across some good tips for making sure your auto is ready for summer travel.  Weather conditions such as high temps and humidity, along with stop and go traffic can wreck havoc on a car’s system, especially if it’s one that needs other maintenance or hasn’t been kept up in the past.

Many of these are pretty routine and the staff at your Chicagoland used Cadillac dealer will also remind you, but with day to day schedules, it’s easy to forget.  First, you should reference your auto manual to see what services are required at certain mileage points.  Choosing a place that has certified and trained staff to work on your auto will save you time and money.  ASE certified technicians, for example, will tell you that capable hands are servicing your car.  Furthermore, take your Chicago XLR to a shop that has autos that look similar in quality to yours.

We all know how important your car’s air conditioning is on a hot summer day, so make sure your is working to its maximum level.   A certified technician should be servicing yours if it’s not working right.  Some older cars have AC units that can release ozone-negative chemicals into air if the unit isn’t serviced or repaired correctly.

Oil changes and oil filter changes should be done as specified as well.  This is one of the easiest things that really helps your car, truck or SUV last longer, but according to ASE certified staff, it’s one of the top neglected services.  Moreover, making sure other filters are good to go and having optimal tire pressure will make your car perform better on that weekend road trip to Wisconsin!!

For a complete list of needed services on your Cadillac, contact the staff at your Chicagoland used Cadillac dealer. They’re more than happy to help!

The newest electric cars will be coming to your Chicago CTS dealerships in the upcoming years.  Car companies all over the world have been working on making these models efficient, environmentally friendly, and most of all appealing to all different driver demographics.  But, will this new option leave people jumping on the bandwagon, or lagging slowly behind, waiting to see how everything plays out?

There is no easy answer and there is a lot to factor into it all.  Deloitte Consulting conducted a market research study to get some feeling about consumers’ attitudes toward electric and hybrid cars.  Their results suggest that there will be modest interest in these types of vehicles.  Some of the hurdles that will keep them from being sold as quickly are cost, range of travel on a charge, and infrastructure, such as available charging stations at convenient locations like work and school.

There are some discrepant findings about the amount of  all electric cars that will be on the roads by 2020.  Credit Suisse says it will be around 335K and Citi predicts it’ll be around 1 million.  In addition, Deloitte reported that the Traffic and Safety Administrations pegs the number at 750K.  Certainly a wide range of amounts.  My personal feeling is that it will be closer to the 335K mark.

Now to take a look at what Cadillac is doing in the whole electric car, hybrid arena.  I am a big fan of the Chicago XLR, so Cadillac models are definitely on my radar.  For example, an Escalade hybrid has been released.  You still get all the interior and exterior luxury features that you expect to find, but the hybrid gives you some other specs too!  It works on a combination of a V8 gasoline engine and two 60-kilowatt motors.

It’s no doubt in the upcoming years that Cadillac will be working to perfect hybrid and electric models that are either completely new, or based off current models, like the Chicago CTS.   There is certainly an established following of those already set on buying electric cars once they’re out, according to Deloitte.  I myself will be patiently waiting for a Chicago XLR hybrid or all-electric model- only time will tell which is chosen!