In 1953, 12-volt electrical systems, developed by Delco Remy Division, are installed on Cadillacs, Oldsmobiles and Buicks. In 1952, Power steering is offered by Cadillac, Oldsmobile and Buick. In 1949, Cadillac introduces the Coupe de Ville, which is also Cadillac's first hardtop. The Oldsmobile 'Rocket' V-8 engine goes into production and the 'Rocket Era' begins. In 1948, Cadillac and Oldsmobile introduce the industry's first high-compression V8 engines. The 1930 Cadillac 'V-16' is the industry's first production car to offer sixteen-cylinder engine and immediately sets a new standard for power, performance, and luxury. In 1929, Cadillac becomes the first to adopt chrome plating as standard on its cars.
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In 1928, Cadillac introduces shatter-resistant safety glass in all windows of 1929 Cadillac and LaSalle models. It was designed by the legendary Harley Earl. This is the first production car designed by a stylist. In 1927, the milestone 1927 model-year Cadillac La Salle is introduced. In 1926, Cadillac becomes the first in the auto industry to develop a comprehensive service policy and provide it on a nationwide basis.
At the time, it is the most modern plant in the industry. In 1921, the Clark Street Cadillac factory begins production. Tilt-beam headlights operated by a handle on the dash are introduced on Cadillac for improved nighttime visibility. In 1915, Cadillac's V-8 engine is installed in all its models and the V-8 emblem is added to Cadillac designs. The 314-cubic-inch engine produces 70 horsepower at 2,400 RPM and is the first major step in development of high-speed, high-compression automotive engines.Ĭadillac becomes the first in the auto industry to use thermostatic control of a cooling system.
to produce a V-type, water-cooled, eight-cylinder engine. In 1914, Cadillac is the first manufacturer in the U.S. Cadillac's self-starter wins the Dewar Trophy as the most important automotive contribution of the year. In 1912, Cadillac adopts the electric self-starter as standard equipment. Kettering had organized his company, the Dayton Engineering Laboratories Company, in 1909 for the purpose of working on developments in the automotive field. Kettering's milestone invention, the electric self-starter, is first installed in a Cadillac on February 27, 1911. In 1910, Cadillac is the first American manufacturer to offer closed bodies as standard equipment, revolutionizing motoring convenience by providing cleanliness and all-weather comfort. They do so until 1917, when they leave to form Lincoln Motor Co. Leland and his son, Wilfred, are invited to continue operating Cadillac. In 1909, General Motors purchases Cadillac for $5.5 million on July 29, 1909. In 1908, Cadillac wins the Dewar trophy of the Royal Automobile Club in London for demonstrating interchangeability of parts, a basic element in mass production.
Leland establishes the Cadillac School of Applied Mechanics, the first school to train machinists, technicians and toolmakers. Fisher (who later founded Fisher Body with his brothers) in the Wilson Body Company plant in Detroit. The body was built under the supervision of Fred J. In 1905, Cadillac produces the Osceola, a single-cylinder favorite of Henry Leland and the first step-in closed-car design. Leland, a precision manufacturer of automotive components. In 1902, Cadillac Automobile Company is organized in Detroit by Henry M.
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