Justin Bimmer

That would be boss.

I think the steering wheel looks fine. Also instead of saying Platinum on the dash it should say Escalade instead.

If they have Cadillac Platinum cars on the floor, some interior photos of them would be nice.

From talking with Joel on the Autobird Podcast and reading the article, what he means by the statement SMK is that all Cadillacs should come equipped like the Platinum series instead of having so many levels of options available.

2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Platinum: What a Cadillac Should Be By Joel Feder Cadillac latest advertising campaign pegs the brand as “The New Standard of the World.” But are they really? Over the past 10 years, there is no question that they haven’t been. But do vehicles like the Cadillac Escalade Platinum stand to change that? The Cadillac Escalade Platinum stands for all the right things at the wrong time. With 22″ wheels, three TV screens and a 6.0-Liter V8, the Escalade is what many would say is wrong with America. Wait a second, what’s this? It’s a hybrid! GM launched its two-mode hybrid system in the Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon full size SUVs. Both of those full size SUVs share the GMT-900 platform with the Cadillac Escalade, making an Escalade hybrid model a no brainer. The exterior of the Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid and the GMC Yukon Hybrid both feature slightly tweaked exteriors for enhanced aerodynamics. The Escalade hybrid does not feature a different front end or body work, but the Platinum edition does. The grille is an egg crate-like design that is more in-line with the rest of the Cadillac line-up. The headlights are fully LED with a unique design exclusive to the Platinum edition. I actually like the grille design on the Platinum better than the regular Escalade. While the headlight design is certainly unique, I’m not sure if they are better or worse. The LED headlights flood the road with natural blueish white light. This clashes with the yellow light that hits the road from the halogen fog lights. I wish Cadillac has fitted LED lights in the fog lights along with the headlights. This would give the front end a much more cohesive look at night. The Platinum also features 22″ chrome multi-spoke wheels which put the Escalade up in the air. To help get into this land barge you have automatic step bars. They deploy as soon as any of the doors open. Around back, the Escalade Platinum features all-LED lighting. Visually the Escalade is already an in your face, over the top vehicle. The Platinum edition takes that all one step further and in reality it looks better than the regular Escalade in many regards. To read the rest of the story and see more photos and photo gallery visit: Accelerate Mpls - 2011 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Platinum: What a Cadillac Should Be

A quiet car is something that is important to a lot of people. Some people would rather listen to music than their engine or wind.

I don't think that's in my job description. I want an XTS first too.

Yeah, it's me. I figured with all the love I have for White Diamond and my families lineage when it comes to Cadillac, I would be the perfect fit.

32% Fleet this month if you crunch the numbers. But according to the release, Rental Fleet sales has decreased and Commercial Fleet sales has increased.

Why did you pick Canon over Nikon? Prior personal experience?

I think it is a combination of both lack of demand because of the fuel economy and the expense the option puts on the SRX and the problems GM has continually had with this engine. I wouldn't be surprised to see a turbo engine come back to the SRX eventually.

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Filling the cars with water was to check the durability of the car. The Roadmaster not only drove fine with almost 7,000 lbs of water in it. They all piled into it and drive it back to Detroit after all the abuse they gave to the car. Wood also commented while opining about the Roadmaster that GM could make a Caprice version, an Impala SS version and an El Camino version out of the same chassis if they were to bring it back. The promos didn't do this episode justice.

Glad to hear you enjoy the site and listening to the Autobird Podcasts! (Justin here)

such a sharp looking car. . . and then you see the radio.

What is the engine appearance package? What is the premium care? Photos?

How high is California’s electricity demand, and where does the power come from? California uses 265,000 Gigawatt-hours of electricity per year. Consumption is growing at a rate of two percent annually. In the last decade, between 29 percent and 42 percent of California’s in-state generation used natural gas. Another 10 percent to 20 percent was provided by hydroelectric power that is subject to significant annual variations. Almost one-third of California’s entire in-state generation base is more than 40 years old. Fifteen percent to 30 percent of statewide electricity demand is served from sources outside state borders. Peak electricity demands occur on hot summer days. California’s highest peak demand was 52,863 megawatts and occurred July 10, 2002. Peak demand is growing at about 2.4 percent per year, roughly the equivalent of three new 500-megawatt power plants. Residential and commercial air conditioning represent at least 30 percent of summer peak electricity loads. Privately owned electric utilities serve 80 percent of the load in California. I'm paying 12 cents per KWH roughly but that is before I go over baseline.

Cars.com says the Cruze is quite affordable. . .

Looks good! Just bring a few spare parts.

Welcome! A lot of members like to talk about both cars and computers. They are two passions of mine for instance.

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Reg, I'm so flabbergasted by your statements. I really am at a loss for words about the let the pollution spread around bit. But, one thing, fields are brown in CA because there is a dispute between the Federal Legislature and the Federal Judiciary on what is required to prevent the death of certain types of fish. The pumps that pump water into the San Luis Reservoir (Which is mostly Federally owned) are not pumping nearly as much water as they could to supply farmers and people with the water they need. Even still, it didn't stop Fresno County from being the #1 agricultural region in the WORLD. Where do you live again? Minnesota? If that is where you live, I have been doing some reading and it appears they may be adopting the CARB clean air rules up there soon.

Here are a few things for you to consider: 1. Legislation drives the design and safety and emissions of automobiles as much if not more than anything you stated above. 2. There are 17 states including: New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Vermont, New Mexico, Oregon, Washington, Maryland, and Florida among others who follow the legislation created by CARB in California (33% of States and likely over half of U.S. Population. 3. Californians purchase more vehicles per year than the whole country of Canada. California buys 13% of all cars sold in the United States. Automakers are forced to comply with any laws and regulations CARB may pass because we are talking about MILLIONS of vehicles a year which must comply. 4. Get ready, by the looks of things, it appears your state will soon be adopting CARB regulations if it already hasn't. I'd say California contributes the most important aspect to the industry- $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ I only said high school diploma, I was rounding the number.

I follow CA governance pretty closely, and I believe hyper was just speculating that CA would ban remote start, they haven't initiated legislation. Considering I have a high school diploma, and know that 12% of the U.S. population lives in California, on behalf of 1 out of every 10 Americans, I am offended by your comments.