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The Taming of the Snow

cts cadillac snow testing

By Rob

The snow handling course is great for testing tires, StabiliTrak, AWD and Traction Control -- all at the same time. This test confirmed that we’ve got the AWD torque transfer right where we want it. The key in designing the torque transfer is to get just the right amount of power to the front axle to keep the car on course.


These challenging conditions for cornering provide a good test for how robust the system is.

Posted by Editor on March 7, 2007 9:52 AM |



Comments

It would be much nicer if there are videos. But whatever you are doing is very cool. Keep it up!

Posted by: Thomas Chung | March 7, 2007 1:41 PM

It looks like you are testing on hard packed, cold dry snow.
This is different traction than new deep snow or on the other end ice. Just curious, what are the recommended snow tires or are you using some compronise all weather tires.

Posted by: bob zeliff | March 7, 2007 10:10 PM

Some love relationships can be like driving a Cadillac. A real smooth ride.

Posted by: Lamar Cole | March 8, 2007 9:50 AM

I can't wait to test out the AWD system for myself. I am truly happy to see that Cadillac is really stepping it up a notch. If AWD was offered on the next CTS-V, I'd have a real tough decision on my hands.

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2004 CTS-V
2004 CTS 3.6L

Posted by: Jon04CTSV | March 8, 2007 10:11 PM

I am very happy to see AWD on the new CTS! Will it work well with all season tires?

Posted by: Alan McClure | March 18, 2007 3:29 PM

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