Aluminum, Structural Adhesive Help Boost Cadillac Performance and Quietness

Greater use of structural adhesive and aluminum is helping Cadillac reduce overall weight of the ATS and all-new CTS sedans, contributing to better ride and handling and reduced cabin noise in both models.

The new CTS uses 387 feet of structural adhesive – more than the length of a football field – as a bonding agent that holds together and stiffens load-bearing parts and components. The extensive use of adhesive provides a damping effect, which reduces the transmission of vibration through the body structure. That pays off in fewer squeaks and rattles reaching a driver.
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2014 Sierra Safety Alert Seat Aids Driver Awareness

The all-new 2014 Sierra arrives this summer with available advanced active safety features never offered to full-size pickup truck owners, including Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning. The manner by which alerts from the system are delivered to the driver is equally innovative, thanks to GMC’s optional Safety Alert Seat.

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Breaking down Cadillac’s New Headlamp Design

A deep look into the next generation of Cadillac models reveals new approaches to how designers are streamlining the form and function of headlamps, what designers call the “eyes” of a car.

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Cadillac ELR Puts Energy Control at Driver’s Fingertips

Paddle shifters take on new meaning in the Cadillac ELR, the brand’s first electric vehicle with extended range capability that goes on sale in early 2014.

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2014 Sierra V-8 Fuel Economy Tops Ford EcoBoost V-6

The all-new 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 full-size pickup truck will arrive at the dealership later this spring with the best V-8 pickup fuel economy in the industry. Sierra’s new 5.3L EcoTec3 V-8 uses direct injection, cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing to achieve EPA estimates of 16 mpg city and 23 highway with two-wheel drive or 16/22 with four-wheel drive.

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Vehicle Spotlight: 2011 Buick Regal Sedan

Every month, we hand select one of the best vehicles from our pre-owned lot to showcase on our blog. This month, the lucky winner is a 2011 Buick Regal Sedan.  We are pretty sure you will love it as much as we do, but if it turns out this isn’t the car for you then please visit our website at http://www.RitcheyAutos.com to check out our entire new and pre-owned inventory. We are sure to have a vehicle you will love!

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2014 Cadillac CTS Elevates to Challenge World’s Best

Cadillac introduced the all-new 2014 CTS sedan, which ascends into the heart of the midsize luxury market with expanded performance, elevated luxury and sophisticated technology.

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