The current Cadillac sedans\/coupes come from Lansing Grand River, with the exception of the ELR which is made at Hamtramck (can I buy a vowel?).\u00a0\u00a0 This was the main hub for Cadillac before the new plant at LGR, so it is familiar ground for Cadillac lovers.<\/p>\n
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DETROIT<\/b> \u2013 Cadillac announced today it will elevate its growing portfolio with a new, top-end, high-technology car. The as-yet unnamed Cadillac will go into production in the fourth quarter of 2015 at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant.<\/p>\n
The addition of this new Cadillac is part of a previously announced $384 million investment<\/a> in the facility on Detroit\u2019s east side. Tools and equipment unique to the Cadillac model were installed recently.<\/p>\n \u201cThe objective for this upcoming model is to lift the Cadillac range by entering the elite class of top-level luxury cars,\u201d said Cadillac President Johan de Nysschen. \u201cCurrently in development, this new rear wheel drive-oriented sedan uses completely new, custom-designed materials on a unique vehicle architecture.<\/p>\n \u201cIn addition to new technology in the car itself, we are instituting innovative manufacturing techniques to assemble it with the precision deserving of a luxury make.\u201d<\/p>\n Positioned above today\u2019s CTS and XTS product lines, the new top-of-the-line Cadillac adds to rather than replaces any model in the portfolio. The model name will be announced soon. It will make its public debut in the first half of next year.<\/p>\n Said Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder: “Michigan takes great pride in being recognized as the automotive capital of the world, GM’s choice to build its Cadillac flagship sedan at Detroit Hamtramck is a testament to the spirit, resolve and talented workers residing in our communities and state, and demonstrates the high quality of what ‘Made in Michigan’ means. And it’s another sign of the amazing comeback underway that’s building a strong foundation and bright future for all Michiganders.”<\/p>\n Four of seven Cadillac models \u2013 the ELR at Detroit-Hamtramck and the CTS sedan and ATS sedan and Coupe are built at Lansing Grand River \u2013 are assembled in Michigan.<\/p>\n \u201cThis is another testament to the power of collective bargaining and what can be achieved when we all work together,\u201d said UAW Vice President Cindy Estrada, who leads the union\u2019s GM Department. \u201cOur members work hard and take great pride in creating quality products that drive the industry forward and make these achievements possible.<\/a>\u201d<\/p>\n Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly opened in 1985 and spans two cities – Detroit and Hamtramck. It is the home of GM electric vehicles, including the Cadillac ELR and is the company\u2019s most complex plant in North America building five models on one production line. GM has invested more than $1 billion in the plant over the last five years.<\/p>\n “This is wonderful news for Michigan. For 110 years, Cadillac has been building beautiful, cutting-edge vehicles right here in Michigan, and today\u2019s announcement just reinforces how exciting the future is for Cadillac, GM, and our state,\u201d said U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow. \u201cI am thankful for (GM CEO) Mary Barra\u2019s commitment to Michigan and American manufacturing.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The current Cadillac sedans\/coupes come from Lansing Grand River, with the exception of the ELR which is made at Hamtramck (can I buy a vowel?).\u00a0\u00a0 This was the main hub for Cadillac before the new plant at LGR, so it … Continue reading