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Tag: cadillac
Collision Repair
An Electric Diet: GM announces that new Chevy and Cadillac EVs will have 24 percent fewer parts than previous model years
Toronto, Ontario — During its second-quarter earnings call, Mary Barra, General Motors CEO explained that many new vehicle models, such as the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq, will feature 24 percent fewer parts than 2024 models. The automaker further reported to Inside EVs that the new Ultium-based Chevrolet and Cadillac models will also feature fewer components in […]
August 1, 2024
Collision Repair
Idolizing Independent: Consumer Reports survey shows customers prefer independent shops vs. dealerships for repairs
Toronto, Ontario — A new Consumer Reports survey reveals that customers prefer independent shops over dealerships for automotive repairs. The survey–based on 10,973 responses from Consumer Reports members on 11,670 repairs at 36 auto repair chains, independent shops and dealerships–further revealed that Hyundai, Jeep and Kia scored lowest for overall customer satisfaction. The survey asked […]
March 25, 2024
Collision Repair
Belt Bracket Breakages: Cadillac Lyriq recalled for improperly welded seat belt bracket
Toronto, Ontario — General Motors has issued a safety recall via the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for certain units of the 2023 and 2024 Cadillac Lyriq for an improperly welded rear seat belt anchorage. The specific issue with these vehicle models built between March 14 and July 22, 2023, is that the rear […]
December 8, 2023
Collision Repair
Parts Publisher: Upcoming Cadillac CELESTIQ to contain 115 3D printed parts, no added repair challenges
Toronto, Ontario — As Cadillac prepares to take its first all-electric offering to market, the luxury OEM is assuring collision repair shops that the 3D printed parts on the upcoming CELESTIQ will cause no disruption to what it is calling a “truly bespoke experience” for drivers. The brand’s new flagship model, set to enter production […]
November 9, 2022
Collision Repair
Speedy Showcase: Cadillac Announces GTP Hypercar
Detroit, Michigan – The recently announced Cadillac Project GTP Hypercar is set to compete in next endurance driving competitions in Daytona and Le Mans, much to the excitement of Cadillac fans the world over. Beyond a marketing term, Hypercars are a category in the FIA World Endurance Championship, a yearly racing competition. According to the […]
June 10, 2022
Auto Insurance
Watching your back: Cadillac XT5 and Subaru Outback RAB systems share top safety grade
By CRM Staff Mississauga, Ontario — February 28, 2018 — The Subaru Outback and the Cadillac XT5 have been praised for their reverse automatic breaking (RAB) systems by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s (IIHS). In a report issued last week, the IIHS found graded both models’ systems as ‘superior’ for their ability to […]
February 28, 2018
Collision Repair
IIHS adds three vehicles to Top Safety Pick+ list
Arlington, Virginia — September 26, 2016 — The US-based Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) has recently named three new vehicles to its Top Safety Pick+ list. The three vehicles are the 2017 Chevrolet Volt, the 2017 Cadillac XT5 and the newly introduced Chrysler Pacifica. The Pacifica is the first minivan to earn a 2016 […]
September 26, 2016
Collision Repair
GM approves Spanesi-America’s structural repair systems for CT6 and all GM vehicles
Naperville, Illinois — December 5, 2015 — General Motors has approved Spanesi’s Benches and the Superstar Universal Jig system for structural repairs for the all-new Cadillac CT6. In addition to GM’s approval for the CT6, GM has approved Spanesi Benches to repair all GM vehicle models throughout Canada and the US. GM requires all facilities […]
December 5, 2015
Collision Repair
Car-O-Liner approved by GM for structural repairs to Cadillac CT6
Wixom, Michigan — December 1, 2015 — Car-O-Liner, a certified supplier for General Motors, has now received approval for structural repairs on the Cadillac CT6. This project represents a partnership between General Motors and Car-O-Liner to develop a comprehensive 3D data sheet as well as a custom adaptor kit for the proper anchoring on Car-O-Liner’s BenchRack frame alignment […]
December 1, 2015
Collision Repair
GM partners with Celette to create repair solutions for CT6
Lombard, Illinois — November 23, 2015 — Celette and General Motors have developed repair plans for Cadillac’s CT6. The vehicle is complex, using a number of cutting edge advancements. Celette was the first to bring the repair solution to market. “We displayed our approved CT6 repair plan and tools at NACE, way back at the beginning […]
November 23, 2015
Collision Repair
GM approves new Chief holding system for repairing 2016 Cadillac CT6
Madison, Indiana — November 22, 2015 — GM has approved Chief’s new structural holding kit for anchoring the 2016 Cadillac CT6 to a frame rack for sectioning. The Chief CT6 holding system (P/N CK300003) is available through the GM Dealer Equipment program and includes more than 50 components from Chief’s Structural Holding Package, plus new […]
November 22, 2015
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