First Look At The Electric Cadillac
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The folks at GM have unveiled an electric powered Cadillac that is very futuristic in its styling. See what you think.
According to an article over at GM Volt it also states that:
Today GM unveiled its newest extended-range electric vehicle. This time the E-Flex technology, which has been given a new name called Voltec, has been married to a luxury coupe.
The car is beautifully styled, sleek, and clearly aerodynamic. It has been designed this time from square one to have the appropriate aerodynamics to allow it the same 40 mile-range as the Chevy Volt.
The vehicle will use a gasoline-range extender and lithium ion batteries.
The press release:
CONVERJ: THE “CADILLAC” OF ELECTRIC VEHICLES
Luxury coupe concept continues GM’s leadership in the electrification of the automobileDETROIT – General Motors unveiled a further glimpse at the potential of electric propulsion today, this time in the form of luxury transportation, with the Cadillac Converj Concept. The Cadillac Converj was developed as a well-appointed grand touring coupe with a bold design and a host of interactive technology.
The four-passenger Converj concept is intended to show how GM’s revolutionary electric propulsion technology – called Voltec – can power a luxury coupe with a typically Cadillac “no compromises” design. The technology enables up to 40 miles of gas- and emissions-free electric driving with extended-range capability of hundreds of miles.
Bob Lutz, GM’s vice chairman of Global Product Development, said the Converj concept has production substance. “It’s a logical extension of our plan to reinvent the automobile,” he said. “It clearly shows what a Cadillac electric vehicle could look like, and clearly indicates that global luxury customers can have a car that has both strong design and electric propulsion with a total range of hundreds of anxiety-free miles.”
Cadillac’s extended-range electric vehicle (E-REV) concept has a new body style that is an evolution of the brand’s traditional Art and Science design theme. An aggressive, forward-leaning arc profile is the foundation for the sporting stance. And more than a Cadillac in form, Converj is also intended to be a Cadillac in substance, with the premium materials, technology and driving dynamics that are hallmarks of the brand.
I don’t think GM gets it. We need an affordable alternative. Not a $50k + priced vehicle. I personally believe that the auto companies need to file for Chapter 11 and reorganize. The top brass of the big 3 needs to be replaced. We don’t need new Mustangs, Camaros, Chargers or other muscle cars. Though the sub $2 gas per gallon is great, it won’t last forever.
Wake up Detroit!
Comments welcome.
4 Comments
Jeff
January 12th, 2009
at 4:22pm
the top cars are concepts though. They have to start somewhere, and when people go mass purchase on electric prices drop. The more you make, the cheaper it gets.
Eric
January 13th, 2009
at 5:13pm
Exactly the type of car I’m waiting for. Love my Cadillacs, and not tempted by a “barebone” prius type car. I want it all: comfort AND electric drive.
Cadillac is one of the few GM brands that seems to understand its clients.
George
February 14th, 2009
at 9:45pm
I’ve been drooling over concept cars for decades and I am still waiting to be able to buy one. The styling that the customer gets is so watered down and boring, I could scream. Quit harping on the damn muscle cars already. Nobody but a moron would want one. Give me a futuristic, electric Cadillac anytime! Any bets as to whether we will EVER see it in the showrooms? Please, Detroit, we don’t want the same old thing and we don’t want you to bury the latest technology and styling in your musty archives. Let’s have them already!
Tom
March 30th, 2009
at 6:57pm
geez, the oil companies really have these guys by the balls…tesla just unveiled the ALL ELECTRIC Model S. It will come in just under $50k and have a range of at least 160 miles. There will be a 300 mile range option available as well, although this will cost more.
Move over, GM.