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Interesting story on the new Bridgestone tires designed for BEV application. These low rolling resistant tires do a superior job on dry pavement. They have in past applications been less successful in wet or snow use, which makes me wonder if these type of tires will find themselves in use in the southern states only. Bridgestone tires will help Lightyear One solar car leapfrog Tesla in efficiency (greencarreports.com)

Seems that the assessment is that there is no way the world will be ready to ban ICE auto sales by 2030 due to the lack of battery supply plants. Report: Not enough battery factories to support EVs' global rise past ICE vehicles in 2030s (greencarreports.com) Honda has released that they will start their BEV with using traditional Lithium batteries and will have solid state batteries in second generation models later this decade and that ICE auto's will go till 2040 when they believe they will have sufficient supply of batteries to support the global market. This is based on Honda using GM's Ultium Battery system and powertrain. This tells us that GM will be hard pressed to stop building ICE auto's by 2035 which is their current goal unless they ramp up battery production faster. Honda US EV plans: Solid-state batteries later this decade, all EVs by 2040 (greencarreports.com) Even a better story on Honda plans as it breaks down what they see for a conversion to pure electric with a twist which is they will still also be building Hydrogen based auto's too. Honda announces 100% 'electric' sales by 2040, but there's a twist - Electrek

Latest Update from Cadillac on LYRIQ's Development Acceleration by Virtual Testing. 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ at the Milford Proving grounds, Milford Michigan running ahead of schedule due to cutting edge virtual engineering tools. The new enhanced engineering tools have allowed them to now do far superior airflow optimizing over the design without having to build a prototype and test in a wind tunnel. This allowed Cadillac Engineers to optimize the vented roof spoiler, reducing drag while optimizing range. Cadillac-LYRIQ-Virtual-Aerodynamics-Testing-Animation.mp4 Better yet was that the new engineering tools have allowed the interiors to be designed for optimized cabin comfort taking into account everything from road and windshield noise to music and human conversations to have the best experience one could have. This starts with the actual airflow into and out of the cabin. Cadillac-LYRIQ-Virtual-Cabin-Comfort-Testing-Animation.mp4 What does this mean for gm and the customer? Best to quote the press release: “This new approach certainly achieved our initial goal of drastically reducing our engineering spend on expensive prototypes, but, more importantly, has enabled us to run faster than ever before, and deliver better quality on our first production vehicle builds.” “Now that we’ve moved to the next phase of development, the initial quality of our pre-production test vehicles is some of the best that I’ve ever seen,” said Jamie Brewer, LYRIQ chief engineer. “During early test drives, I’ve been impressed with the ride, handling and overall performance of the vehicle at this stage of development.” Several elements of the LYRIQ program were enhanced as a direct result of extensive virtual development and validation, including: Cabin comfort for all passengers in cold and hot environments Advanced aerodynamics to help maximize range1 and on-road performance Aeroacoustics and active road noise cancellation for a more enjoyable ride Driver assistance and active safety features2 for peace of mind Protection of the Ultium battery in a wide variety of collision scenarios Cadillac LYRIQ’s Development Accelerated by Virtual Testing and Validation (gm.com)

WOW, talk about a styling mess! Is it coming or going???? ?

HELLO McFly!!! Any Brains up there to even turn on a Light! Production Trim and Spec is not REAL WORLD ACTUAL!!! Same here, the LYRIQ is seen in Production trim and Spec, but until actually tested and verified, one cannot make the assumptions and even you CONTRADICT yourself with your September comment. There is so much more we DO NOT KNOW about both this LYRIQ and the EQS except for one thing. MERCEDES FAILED in the Exterior style department especially compared to the LYRIQ! LYRIQ for the Win!!!

Ya might not like it, but in the day of no rear visibility out the corners due to roll over standard now, having those lights there make it very visible from the rear and the side. Good safety point and it is both yours and my personal preference. Take this over the joke of a BEV EQS.

Let's correct this, ASSUMED best interior, ASSUMED Longest Range, Assumed Biggest screen. As an auto that HAS NOT been released yet, it is all assumptions at this point. Who is to say that GM is not being very conservative on their 300 miles and the battery pack for the LYRIQ might not actually be 500 miles in RWD and 400 miles in AWD form. This is all just conjecture at this point till the actual products are out and able to be tested in the real world. Tesla has failed in this regards. Yes longest range of any EV, but no real competition till this year and they have done that in many interesting ways, so MB could be playing the stretch the truth game too.

The more I look at the LYRIQ, I am really liking the front end and the funky rear end has grown on me due to being so different. A love / hate rear end, but good especially when you look at it straight on from the rear.

Awesome!!!

This reminds me of a bigger version of the future police cars used in Demolition man. I will totally agree with @balthazar that this auto is so dated now and it has not even gone on sale! GM did this better. GM Ultralite

EQS is a failure out of the gate and will only really gain a few badge people as it for sure will not have conquest sales.

Totally makes sense, they can use it for marketing and if others like that package, they can order them up one as they then inform them it has already been sold. Good sales / marketing. Do they have a picture of your truck with the listing?

Seems plenty of people are excited by the LYRIQ reveal and even more with the executive comments on a possible V edition. Cadillac Lyriq V-Series Under Evaluation, Says Executive (motor1.com) Cadillac Lyriq V-Series Hinted At By Cadillac Executive (cadillacsociety.com) High-Performance Cadillac Lyriq Under Consideration (gmauthority.com) Cadillac Lyriq-V Under Consideration As Brand Goes Electric (musclecarsandtrucks.com) Good Spec comparisons too: 2023 Cadillac Lyriq vs Tesla Model Y, Audi E-Tron, Jaguar I-Pace | Specs compared | Autoblog Cadillac Lyriq vs Ford Mach-E vs Tesla Model Y: Features, price, and tech comparison (teslarati.com) 2023 Cadillac Lyriq Signals End of Internal-Combustion Cadillacs (caranddriver.com)

I agree that there are many lazy people who will only see e-assist as a way to minimize them having to work out. Yet for those that have medical issues with their joints, tendons, muscles, cardiovascular or heart disease, e-assist will allow them to have more freedom and get out, they still have to pedal, just not as hard. I see it as some exercise is better than no exercise and getting fresh air is better than living in a box never moving much. For me, I never see the need for e-assist for exercise, I want to feel the discomfort of knowing I am pushing my muscles to the maximum. Deeper breathing to stretch and work the lungs, better firmer muscles to know that I have core strength. In regards to the Hyundai Santa Cruz Life Style Pickup, I expect it to sell very well. Far more people are getting into mountain biking, gardening and active life style where a pickup like this that allows them to go do fun things with friends and family makes perfect sense and Hyundai has had a good track record of marketing success. I think this truck will succeed and I can clearly see an e-assist hybrid model as well as a full on EV model. Course with Toyota USA announcement that they will also have BEV trucks by 2023 for the market, makes me think Hybrids will be ignored in favor of going pure electric.

Engineering is always about making it better, faster and easier. Welcome to e-assist!

It is offered in FWD and AWD per their press release.

The culmination of a century of innovation goes with the start of a great new era as Cadillac introduces the all electric 2023 LYRIQ SUV. With testing running ahead of schedule, Cadillac announces that customers may place orders for the LYRIQ beginning September 2021, availability starting the first half of 2022. Vice president of Global Cadillac Rory Harvey had this to say about this auto reveal: “Throughout the next decade, Cadillac will define the future of luxury transportation through a series of exciting new electric vehicles, and it all begins with LYRIQ,” “The 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ’s stunning design and artfully integrated technology combined with GM’s Ultium Platform will deliver a high-performance luxury experience unlike anything that has come before it, setting a new standard for Cadillac.” At launch, LYRIQ premier technologies and performance capabilities will be driven by the dedicated Ultium electric architecture. Incorporating a 12 module, 100 kilowatt-hour battery pack with rear-wheel-drive the Ultium power train will deliver an estimated 340 horsepower and 440 Nm of torque (325 lb-ft) with over 300 miles of range with a full charge. LYRIQ will offer high-speed DC fast charging at 190 kW for public stations. This will add an estimated 76 miles of range in 10 minutes. Home charging will be a segment leading 19.2 kW charging module that adds 52 miles of range per hour of charging. LYRIQ will feature next-generation variable Regen on Demand technology, One-Pedal Driving and so much more. Per the Cadillac LYRIQ press release: Additional 2023 LYRIQ highlights include: Available Super Cruise6, the industry’s first true hands-free driver-assistance technology for compatible roads A stunning 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display with the ability to emit over 1 billion colors Cadillac’s next-generation Active Noise Cancellation system Slim-line LED headlamps with choreographed lighting sequence AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system with headrest speakers KeyPass digital vehicle access Dual level charge cord Standard 20-inch split six-spoke alloy wheels or optional 22-inch dynamic split-spoke Reverse Rim alloy wheels Customers will be able to select from Satin Steel Metallic or Stellar Black Metallic exterior colors, and Sky Cool Gray or Noir for the interior. Andrew Smith, the executive director of Cadillac Design says the objective for his team was as a clean-sheet, set the future of Cadillac with a level of detail one would find in the best show cars. The customer should feel like they're driving in the future. From what you see on the exterior of the Cadillac LYRIQ above with the Black Crystal Grille, the attention to detail continues on the inside with an industry first of laser etched patterns through wood over metal decor, the industries largest 33" curved LED screen that is a centerpiece incorporating artful, yet blurring lines of separation among technology, lighting and decor. One will find the smallest details such as Cadillac knurling which is etched on all LYRIQ components, emphasizing the idea of high design even in the smallest of areas. Cadillac LYRIQ interior is clean and simple yet has a focus on secondary and tertiary design elements. From the smallest detail on the steering wheel to the clean large storage area in the back, Cadillac is ensuring attention to detail for the launch of the 21st century standard of BEV. LYRIQ's slim electric architecture allows new opportunities for designers in rethinking the auto interior. The center console is now replaced with a drawer system that holds all the necessary content, in a new way adding functionality and storage. Even the door interiors have the same intricate attention to detail. Clean, simple and luxurious is the goal that the interior design team delivered with the Cadillac LYRIQ. New Face of Cadillac New-Face-of-Cadillac.mp4 2023-Cadillac-LYRIQ-B-Roll (1).mp4 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ Debuts, Heralding an All-Electric Future (gm.com) LYRIQ Preliminary Specifications EFFICIENCY Cadillac Estimated Driving Range^: More than 300 miles (482.8 km) on a full charge ^ Based on GM testing. EPA estimates not yet available. Actual range will vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, and vehicle loading, use and maintenance. BATTERY SYSTEM Type: Rechargeable energy storage system comprising multiple linked modules Battery chemistry: Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode Modules: 12 Energy: 100 kWh ELECTRIC DRIVE System: 1 drive unit with 1 motor Motor: Permanent magnet, bar wound Power: 340hp (255 kW) Torque: (lb-ft / Nm): 325 lb-ft. (440 Nm) Final drive ratio (:1): 11.63:1 CHARGING TIMES^ 120 V: 3.5 miles of range per hour of charge time 240 V (11.5 kW AC) 240V* (19.2 kW AC) 31 miles of range per hour of charge time 52 miles of range per hour of charge time DC Fast Charge: Up to 76 miles of range in 10 minutes of charge time Up to 195 miles of range in 30 minutes of charge time ^Actual charge times will vary based on battery condition, output of charger, vehicle settings and outside temperature. *Requires professionally installed 19.2 kW AC / 100A dedicated charge station. CHASSIS & SUSPENSION Front Suspension: 5-link SLA with Passive-Plus Premium Dampers Rear Suspension: 5-link with Passive-Plus Premium Dampers Steering Type: Continuously Variable Electric Power Steering (EPS) Turning Circle (wall-wall) (ft. / m): 12.1m Brake Type: 4 wheel disc with DuraLife Rotors Brake Rotor Size: (in. / mm) 17” (321mm) front/18” (345 mm) Rear Wheel Size: Standard: 20” Split 6-spoke Alloy Optional: 22” Dynamic Split-spoke Reverse Rim Alloy Tires: Included with 20” wheels: 265/50R20 All Season, Self-sealing Included with 22” wheels: 275/40R22 All Season, Low profile^, Self-sealing ^ Lower-profile tires wear faster. Tire and wheel damage may occur on rough or damaged roads or from surfaces, curbs, debris or obstacles. This damage is not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more details, go to my.cadillac.com/learnabout/tires or see your dealer. EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS Wheelbase (in. / mm): 121.8 / 3094 Overall Length (in. / mm): 196.7 / 4996 Overall Width (in. / mm): 77.8 / 1977 Overall Height (in. / mm): 63.9 / 1623 INTERIOR DIMENSIONS Headroom (in / mm): Front 38.6 / 980 Rear 37.7 / 957 Legroom (in. / mm): (front - max) 41.4 / 1052 (rear) 39.6 / 1006 Shoulder Room (in. / mm): (front) 58.9 / 1497 (rear) 58.6 / 1488 Hip Room (in. / mm): (front) 56.5 / 1436 (rear) 54.0 / 1372 WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES Base Curb Weight (Min) (lb. / kg): 2545 kg/5610 lbs Passenger Volume (cu. ft. / L): 105 / 2976 Cargo Volume (cu. ft. / L) ^: 28.0 / 793 (behind rear seat) 60.8 / 1723 (rear seat folded) ^ Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution View full article

Seems that Cadillac is evaluating a V series version for the BEV LYRIQ! Cadillac Lyriq V-Series Under Evaluation, Says Executive (motor1.com)

Toyota USA Press Release on the all new BEV product line: Toyota Debuts All-Electric SUV Concept - Toyota USA Newsroom While the US market can expect to get the Toyota bZ4X mid 2022, starting 2023 as a 2024 version Toyota USA has stated that they will have both Hybrid and BEV Pickup trucks, question being is will they start with the Tacoma or Tundra?

Yes per earlier Media release, the LYRIQ will come in RWD or AWD. LYRIQ Show Car Leads Cadillac Into Electric Future

Soooooo then this brings up the question...... ? ICE only auto's might get winded due to the small engines, so e-assist might just be the right way to go to help to little, bitty engines! So should we just e-assist all auto's then?

Work has me swamped, but I am hoping unless @Drew Dowdell or @William Maley get something up as here is the official release from GM. 2023-Cadillac-LYRIQ-B-Roll.mp4 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ Debuts, Heralding an All-Electric Future (gm.com) 2023 LYRIQ highlights include: Available Super Cruise6, the industry’s first true hands-free driver-assistance technology for compatible roads A stunning 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display with the ability to emit over 1 billion colors Cadillac’s next-generation Active Noise Cancellation system Slim-line LED headlamps with choreographed lighting sequence AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system with headrest speakers KeyPass digital vehicle access Dual level charge cord Standard 20-inch split six-spoke alloy wheels or optional 22-inch dynamic split-spoke Reverse Rim alloy wheels Will Say that the specifications are very competitive. LYRIQ Preliminary Specifications EFFICIENCY Cadillac Estimated Driving Range^: More than 300 miles (482.8 km) on a full charge ^ Based on GM testing. EPA estimates not yet available. Actual range will vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, and vehicle loading, use and maintenance. BATTERY SYSTEM Type: Rechargeable energy storage system comprising multiple linked modules Battery chemistry: Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode Modules: 12 Energy: 100 kWh ELECTRIC DRIVE System: 1 drive unit with 1 motor Motor: Permanent magnet, bar wound Power: 340hp (255 kW) Torque: (lb-ft / Nm): 325 lb-ft. (440 Nm) Final drive ratio (:1): 11.63:1 CHARGING TIMES^ 120 V: 3.5 miles of range per hour of charge time 240 V (11.5 kW AC) 240V* (19.2 kW AC) 31 miles of range per hour of charge time 52 miles of range per hour of charge time DC Fast Charge: Up to 76 miles of range in 10 minutes of charge time Up to 195 miles of range in 30 minutes of charge time ^Actual charge times will vary based on battery condition, output of charger, vehicle settings and outside temperature. *Requires professionally installed 19.2 kW AC / 100A dedicated charge station. CHASSIS & SUSPENSION Front Suspension: 5-link SLA with Passive-Plus Premium Dampers Rear Suspension: 5-link with Passive-Plus Premium Dampers Steering Type: Continuously Variable Electric Power Steering (EPS) Turning Circle (wall-wall) (ft. / m): 12.1m Brake Type: 4 wheel disc with DuraLife Rotors Brake Rotor Size: (in. / mm) 17” (321mm) front/18” (345 mm) Rear Wheel Size: Standard: 20” Split 6-spoke Alloy Optional: 22” Dynamic Split-spoke Reverse Rim Alloy Tires: Included with 20” wheels: 265/50R20 All Season, Self-sealing Included with 22” wheels: 275/40R22 All Season, Low profile^, Self-sealing ^ Lower-profile tires wear faster. Tire and wheel damage may occur on rough or damaged roads or from surfaces, curbs, debris or obstacles. This damage is not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty. For more details, go to my.cadillac.com/learnabout/tires or see your dealer. EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS Wheelbase (in. / mm): 121.8 / 3094 Overall Length (in. / mm): 196.7 / 4996 Overall Width (in. / mm): 77.8 / 1977 Overall Height (in. / mm): 63.9 / 1623 INTERIOR DIMENSIONS Headroom (in / mm): Front 38.6 / 980 Rear 37.7 / 957 Legroom (in. / mm): (front - max) 41.4 / 1052 (rear) 39.6 / 1006 Shoulder Room (in. / mm): (front) 58.9 / 1497 (rear) 58.6 / 1488 Hip Room (in. / mm): (front) 56.5 / 1436 (rear) 54.0 / 1372 WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES Base Curb Weight (Min) (lb. / kg): 2545 kg/5610 lbs Passenger Volume (cu. ft. / L): 105 / 2976 Cargo Volume (cu. ft. / L) ^: 28.0 / 793 (behind rear seat) 60.8 / 1723 (rear seat folded) ^ Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution The more I watch the video, the more I will say that Cadillac is coming back strong and that Tesla needs to be worried.

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It is actually a better streamlined look than the Chevrolet Bolt EUV. To me a more striking image than what Chevrolet released. At least gm is recovering costs by having Honda use their ev tech. Honda e-concept Chevrolet Bolt EUV