Cadillac recently announced the addition of two new models available to the professional vehicle industry: the Escalade Hybrid and the Escalade Platinum edition. The vehicles feature the latest in technonloy with the same distinct styling and features that are expected of the Escalade. The Escalade Hybrid is the world’s first fuel-saving hybird applied to a large luxury SUV, which is powered by a two mode hybrid system that is capable of delivering more than 50% improvement in fuel economy in city driving. Cadillac General manager says that the arrival of the Escalade Hybrid mean that customer can no use less fossil fuel, reduce emissions and still enjoy the benefits of a full size luxury SUV. The Escalad eHybrid will go on sale in the summer of 2008 and be available in teh standard length Escalade body style with 2WD and 4WD configurations.
The 2008 Platinum Edition will be available in spring of 2008. The Platinum edition will be the first SUV to feature LIGHT EMITTING DIODE headlamps, which emit a more precise light pattern while emulating the characteristics of natural daylight better than traditional auto lighting. Other unique exterior features iniclude a new front fascia and grille patterned after CTS sedan. The Escalade Platinum’s interior will have a leather instrument panel with wood inlays, a heated steering wheel, and a new DVD entertainment system.