The future is truly in finding green solution for existing problems and that is probably the most true in case of the automobile industry which is galloping towards a eco-friendly and sustainable future at a blurring pace leaving every other field far behind. Millions, even billions, are being invested in developing the best possible green and environment friendly technologies by all the big boys who are now competing on a whole new platform. This is great for the planet and the consumer as it helps us bring down the carbon emissions and also makes the new technology a lot cheaper for us.
The whole revolution though is no surprise and is firmly powered by both strong will and huge economic interests that are strongly intertwined with ecological interests. Hybrid vehicles with luxury and comfort that surpass the diesel powered vehicles are no longer a dream of the past. As of this month GM is adding a third model to its family of Two-Mode hybrids as the Cadillac Escalade hybrid becomes the first luxury SUV so equipped. The Escalade is of course built on the same GMT900 platform as the Chevy Tahoe and GMC Yukon. As such much of what goes in the places you can’t see is exactly the same on all three vehicles including the entire power-train.
All three SUVs get the same 6.0L V8 paired up with the Two-Mode transmission. Unlike Chrysler’s new hybrid SUVs all three GM trucks are available in either rear or all wheel drive. The Escalade distinguishes itself from its siblings with unique front and rear styling and a significantly more upscale interior. The rear wheel drive Escalade price tag tips the scales at a mere $71,685 some $20,000 more than the Tahoe. That makes the Escalade the world’s second most expensive hybrid behind the Lexus LS600h. Some green for the green!!
Via: blueplanet911
