USA - Cadillac adds a stunning carbon Black Sport Package to the ATS and CTS models making them look aggressive.

• Design Highlights thoroughbred performance.

Cadillac today introduced the Carbon Black sport package for the 2017 model year editions of the Cadillac ATS and CTS product lines, including the ATS-V and CTS-V super sedan.

The Carbon Black sport package — which includes the first-ever Black Chrome grille for V-Series models and RECARO® front seats for Cadillac ATS Sedan and Coupe models — further enhances the engaging performance and striking design of Cadillac’s driver’s cars.

Cadillac’s ATS and CTS product lines received additional key refinements for 2017, including new, more streamlined trim levels. Production for the 2017 model year begins later this summer, and dealers can now accept orders. Carbon Black sport package content for each model is listed below.

Cadillac ATS Luxury, Premium Luxury Sedan and Coupe

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille and rear fascia applique
• Black finish side window moldings and body-colored door handles
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• V-Series spoiler

Interior:

• Low-gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• RECARO® front seats

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac CTS Luxury, V-Sport Premium Luxury Sedan

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• V-Series spoiler

Interior:

• Low-gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• Upgraded performance front seats
• Available RECARO® front seats (standard on V-Sport Premium)

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac ATS-V Sedan and Coupe

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille and rear fascia applique
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• Carbon Fiber package includes a more aggressive front splitter, hood vent trim, rear diffuser, composite rocker extension panels and a taller, body-colored rear spoiler

Interior:

• Low-gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• Sueded steering wheel and shifter
• RECARO® V-Series front seats

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Velocity Red, Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac CTS-V Super Sedan

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• Carbon Fiber package includes a more aggressive front splitter, hood vent trim, rear diffuser and a taller, exposed carbon fiber spoiler

Interior:

• Low gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• Available sueded steering wheel and shifter
• V-Series performance front seats
• Available RECARO® V-Series front seats

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

USA - Cadillac adds a new Carbon Black Sport package to the CTS and ATS Sedan and Coupe models.

PGRADES REFLECT AND COMPLEMENT CADILLAC’S PRODUCT EXPANSION

Cadillac’s ATS and CTS product lines receive key refinements for 2017, including new, more streamlined trim levels that further emphasize the cars’ class-leading driving dynamics.

Renamed for consistency across the Cadillac showroom, the new trim levels for Cadillac ATS sedans and coupes – ATS, Luxury, Premium Luxury and Premium Performance – and Cadillac CTS sedans – CTS, Luxury, Premium Luxury, V-Sport and V-Sport Premium – move ATS and CTS more in line with two recently launched Cadillac entries, the first-ever Cadillac CT6 prestige sedan and first-ever Cadillac XT5 luxury crossover.

2017 Cadillac ATS and CTS models receive a Carbon Black sport package, two new exterior colors and new wheels that complement the bold, unmistakably Cadillac signature exterior and interior designs. 

Additional upgrades and enhancements for the Cadillac CUE infotainment system include new standard technologies like the myCadillac Mobile App, Teen Driver and Cadillac Collection.

The 2017 Cadillac ATS Turbo Sedan, the fastest, most powerful turbo-four luxury sedan in its class, becomes the entry point to the Cadillac ATS Sedan and Coupe family. Cadillac CUE – the centerpiece of the ATS’ comprehensive collection of technologies, including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto advanced smartphone integration and available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot – is now standard for 2017 ATS Sedans and Coupe models, making the ATS one of the most connected cars in the segment.

The 2017 Cadillac CTS features a new grille design in the front fascia and an all-new rear fascia with vertical exhaust orientation and valence panel changes. 

The front fascia in the CTS V-Sport and CTS-V remains unchanged. Rear Camera Mirror, the industry’s first application of full-display rearview mirror technology that debuted in the 2016 Cadillac CT6 prestige sedan, is available in Cadillac CTS models in 2017.

The Cadillac ATS product line is Cadillac’s most compact and sporty entry, setting into motion the current era of Cadillac driver’s cars offering exhilarating performance. Originally introduced as a 2013 model, ATS won both the North American Car of the Year and Esquire Car of the Year award that year. 

Built on an ultra-rigid, rear-wheel-drive chassis that also underpins the larger Cadillac CTS, the ATS line added a dynamic Coupe model in 2015.  The high-performance ATS-V Sedan and Coupe — the smallest and lightest V-Series models ever — were added in 2016.

The Cadillac CTS Sedan, which began its third generation in 2014, has been named a Car and Driver “10 Best” for three years in a row and received Motor Trend’s 2014 Car of the Year award. 

Built on the same ultra-rigid, rear-wheel-drive chassis that underpins the smaller Cadillac ATS Sedan and Coupe models, the CTS lineup included a performance CTS V-Sport model for the first time in 2014 and added the much-anticipated third generation, high-performance CTS-V super sedan in 2016.

The 2017 Cadillac product refinements follow and complement Cadillac’s product expansion, which debuted with the all-new Cadillac CT6 prestige sedan and the all-new Cadillac XT5 luxury crossover.

USA - Cadillac offers up a trio of special editions all with Black Chrome, making these cars mean and moody.

Cadillac today introduced the Black Chrome Package for Cadillac ATS Sedan and Coupe and Cadillac CTS Sedan. The package further enhances the engaging performance and the striking design of the ATS, aConsumer Guide Best Buy for three years in a row, and the CTS, named one of Car and Driver’s 10Best for three years in a row.

The Black Chrome Package is available now to order at local Cadillac dealerships or through the Build Your Own tool on the Cadillac.com website. For additional information, customers can call Cadillac Customer Experience at 1-800-458-8006.

CADILLAC ATS BLACK CHROME PACKAGE

Unique Content

• “After Midnight” premium paint finish 18” alloy wheels
• Black Chrome accented upper and lower grilles
• Gloss black side window moldings
• Black Chrome rear fascia accent
• Body color door handles

Available Model Choices

• 2.0T & 3.6L Luxury Collection RWD & AWD
• 2.0T & 3.6L Performance Collection RWD & AWD

Available With All Interior Choices

Package MSRP

• Luxury: $795 Sedan; $595 Coupe
• Performance: $795 Sedan; $595 Coupe

Available Exterior Color Choices

• Black Raven: No Charge
• Phantom Gray Metallic: $495
• Red Obsession Tintcoat: $995
• Crystal White Tricoat: $995

CADILLAC CTS BLACK CHROME PACKAGE

Unique Content

• “After Midnight” premium paint finish 18” alloy wheels
• Black Chrome accented grille

Available Model Choices

• 2.0T & 3.6L Luxury Collection RWD & AWD
• 2.0T & 3.6L Performance Collection RWD & AWD
• 2.0T & 3.6L Premium Collection RWD & AWD

Available Interior Choices

• Jet Black
• Light Platinum/Jet Black

With Performance Seat & Cluster Package

• Jet Black
• Jet Black/Morello Red
• Kona Brown/Jet Black

Package MSRP

• Luxury: $1,295
• Performance: $1,095
• Premium: $1,095

Available Exterior Color Choices

• Black Raven: No Charge
• Phantom Gray Metallic: $495
• Crystal White Tricoat: $995

USA - General Motors expands into a third shift at the Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant to meet demand.

General Motors is adding a third shift and more than 500 hourly and salaried jobs at Lansing Grand River Assembly to meet forecasted market demand for the award-winning 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. 

The addition of a third shift will increase the plant’s workforce to approximately 2,300 when hiring is completed. 

The sixth generation Camaro, which began shipping to customers in November, as well as the award-winning Cadillac CTS and ATS are also produced at Lansing Grand River.

Since its introduction, the Camaro has earned praise from customers and media alike. Motor Trend editors named the Camaro the Motor Trend Car of the Year for 2016, saying “The Chevrolet Camaro is a better, more entertaining car to drive than a BMW 3 Series.”

Third shift hiring is underway at the plant, and the shift is scheduled to begin in second quarter.

“This is the result of the award-winning vehicles Lansing Grand River produces and the confidence GM has in our team to build world-class quality for our customers,” said Lansing Regional Plant Manager Mike Trevorrow.

Said UAW Local 652 President Mike Green: “This is an exciting time at LGR. We just added the Chevrolet Camaro to our vehicle line up and now we get to expand the UAW-GM family, which will bring the plant to full capacity. What a great way to start the New Year!”

Built in 2001, Lansing Grand River is GM’s second-newest U.S. assembly plant and manufactures the Camaro and the ATS and CTS as well as their V-series performance versions, on a single production line.

USA SALES NOVEMBER - GM - Even with fewer selling days in November sales were up across the brands.

• Chevrolet truck sales rise for 20^th consecutive month
• Chevrolet crossovers up for 12^th consecutive month
• GMC sets average transaction price record fueled by Denali sales
• Commercial deliveries up for 25^th consecutive month

General Motors’ (NYSE: GM) Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac brands sold 229,296 vehicles in the United States in November 2015, up 2 percent year over year, with two fewer selling days and sales incentives below the industry average. On a selling-day-adjusted basis, GM’s total sales were up 10 percent.

Sales of Chevrolet trucks rose 10 percent for the 20^th consecutive monthly increase. Chevrolet crossovers were up 35 percent for the 12^th consecutive monthly increase.

Crossover deliveries were also robust at Buick, where Encore sales, up 12 percent year over year, have now increased for 23 consecutive months. Total Buick crossover sales were up 11 percent. At GMC, crossover deliveries rose 12 percent, driven by a 16 percent gain for the Terrain. Cadillac’s crossover, the SRX, saw a 53 percent increase. Industry-wide, crossovers now account for 40 percent of the retail industry, up from 37 percent a year ago.

“The phenomenal growth of crossovers in a record-setting market is the biggest sales story of 2015,” said Kurt McNeil, GM’s U.S. vice president of Sales Operations. “Buick was one of the pioneers of the fast-growing small crossover segment with the Encore. Chevrolet’s crossover sales growth is far outpacing the rest of the industry, thanks to the Trax, Equinox and Traverse. And the GMC Terrain is on track to have its best year ever.”

GM’s retail sales were up 4 percent year over year. Adjusted for selling days, GM retail sales were up 14 percent. GM gained an estimated 1.0 points of retail market share to reach 16.5 percent during the month for the company’s eighth consecutive year-over-year increase.

Deliveries to commercial customers were up 6 percent year over year and government deliveries were up 2 percent. Rental sales were down 16 percent per plan. Total fleet sales were down 9 percent.

The seasonally adjusted annual selling rate (SAAR) for light vehicles was an estimated 18.2 million units in November. The six-month moving average for the SAAR is now estimated to be 17.9 million units. The industry’s best sales year ever was 2000, when 17.8 million light vehicles were delivered.

“We believe U.S. auto sales will continue to grow in 2016, based on the underlying strength of the economy, and we expect customers will continue to embrace crossovers and SUVs because they are meeting their fundamental needs for utility, comfort and fuel efficiency,” said Mustafa Mohatarem, GM chief economist.

GM is also building significant momentum in the passenger car and pickup truck markets. At last month’s Los Angeles International Auto Show, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado diesel was named Motor Trend Magazine’s Truck of the Year – a repeat victory for the truck. The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro was named Motor Trend’s Car of the Year, and the 2016 Chevrolet Volt was named Green Car of the Year by Green Car Journal. In addition, the all-new 2016 Chevrolet Malibu begins shipping to dealers today.

Sales Highlights vs. 2014 (except as noted)

Chevrolet

• Chevrolet’s retail deliveries were up 13 percent, the highest of any manufacturer in November. 
• Retail sales have now increased for eight straight months. Retail crossover sales were up 26 percent, retail truck sales were up 12 percent and retail car sales were up 5 percent.
• The Traverse had its best November ever on a retail basis, and the Equinox had its best November on a total sales basis.
• Five Chevrolet passenger car lines posted retail sales increases: the Camaro was up 44 percent, the Volt was up 49 percent, the SS was up 40 percent, the Sonic was up 14 percent and the Malibu was up 9 percent.
• The Volt had its best November ever on both a total and retail basis.
• Retail sales of pickups and SUVs were also particularly strong: the Suburban was up 31 percent, the Tahoe was up 17 percent and the Silverado was up 4 percent.
• Retail sales of the Silverado were the highest for any November since 2006, and have now increased for 16 consecutive months. Total sales were the highest for any November since 2003.

GMC

• Total sales of the Yukon and Yukon XL were up 23 percent and 30 percent, respectively, while the Terrain was up 16 percent.  Terrain had its best November ever.
• In addition, the Acadia was up 6 percent in total and on a retail basis. Acadia retail sales have already set a full-year record.
• GMC ATPs were a record $43,260, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates.

Buick

• Total sales of the Enclave crossover were up 9 percent, while the Encore small crossover was up 12 percent in total and 50 percent on a retail basis.
• The Encore is on track to set a full-year sales record.

Cadillac

• Total sales of the SRX crossover were up 53 percent.
• In November, Cadillac had the highest ATPs among full-line luxury brands at approximately $55,000, according to J.D. Power PIN estimates.

Average Transaction Prices (J.D. Power PIN estimates)

• GM’s average transaction prices (ATPs) were a record $35,800, up about $740 from October 2015 and up about $580 year over year.    
• GM’s incentive spending was 10.0 percent of ATP, down 1.6 percentage points from October 2015 and down 1.2 percentage points year over year. 
• Industry average spending was 10.5 percent of ATP in November, down 0.3 percentage points month over month and up 0.2 percentage points year over year.

Fleet and Commercial

• During the month, deliveries to commercial customers were up 6 percent and government deliveries were up 2 percent. Deliveries to rental customers declined 16 percent.   
• Calendar year to date, commercial deliveries are up 13 percent and government deliveries are up 1 percent. Rental deliveries are down 11 percent.