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When it comes to blending luxury and performance, the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is a serious piece of equipment with its supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine, delivering a staggering 668 horsepower and a top speed of 205 mph. Priced at a competitive point, it offers a remarkable balance of power and cost. However, for those seeking even greater speeds without breaking the bank, several cars on the market exceed the CT5-V Blackwing’s performance while remaining under $150,000. This list highlights ten such vehicles, showcasing that high performance and affordability can indeed go hand in hand.

6 Cars That Are Faster Than The Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing (And 4 That Almost Make The Cut)

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Decades ago, before General Motors was anything like the homogenized company it is today, brands under its wide-reaching corporate umbrella operated mostly independently of one another. Competition between the marques was commonplace and, in some cases, even encouraged by GM senior management. That meant each brand, for the most part, came up with their own engine designs. That all changed in the mid-1970s when GM shifted its outlook to be more streamlined and, unfortunately, cheaper.

The Rise And Fall Of The Short-Lived Cadillac Blackwing V8 Engine

Italian automaker Alfa Romeo is reportedly considering selling the all-electric Junior Veloce hatchback in the U.S. Alfa’s current U.S. lineup is limited to three ICE-based models: the Giulia sedan, the Stelvio crossover, and the Tonale hybrid crossover. If Alfa does bring the Junior Veloce EV stateside, it will compete with the upcoming next-generation Chevy Bolt EV, despite Alfa Romeo and Chevy not normally being direct competitors. Since the Alfa Romeo Junior is even smaller than the discontinued Chevy Bolt EUV, it’s simply too small to be a Cadillac Optiq rival.

Alfa Romeo Junior Could Come To The U.S. As Potential Chevy Bolt Rival

The wait is almost over. General Motors is set to reveal the much-anticipated C8 Corvette ZR1, the pinnacle of performance within the iconic American sports car lineup, on July 25th. This marks a new chapter for the legendary ZR1 badge, previously offered on the C4, C6, and C7 generations as the ultimate expression of Corvette’s power and capability.

General Motors to Reveal the 2025 Corvette C8 ZR1: Anticipated Game-Changer in American High-Performance Cars

Premium vehicle marques often garner more intense responses from owners than mass-market brands, and Cadillac is no exception, ranking slightly below average while its three fellow core GM brands in the mass sector are above average, per the J.D. Power 2024 U.S. Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study. Cadillac...

Cadillac Ranks Average In J.D. Power 2024 U.S. APEAL Study

Full-size luxury convertibles are scarce in today's automotive landscape, but Cadillac may be reviving the segment with the gorgeous Sollei, an all-electric concept that celebrates the automaker's legacy of high-end convertibles. Cadillac says the design pushes the envelope of "future bespoke commissions," which suggests the Sollei may make it to production - perhaps as a bespoke Spectre rival built in limited numbers. Sollei is a portmanteau of sun (Sol) and leisure (Lei), which is what this vehicle is all about.

Cadillac Sollei Is America's Answer To The Rolls-Royce Droptail

Porsche production manager Albrecht Reimold tells Automobilewoche that the 718 lineup, comprised of the Boxster and Cayman, will end production in 2025. Porsche has already been forced to retire the 718 twins in Europe due to more stringent cybersecurity regulations (and the Macan along with it). More stringent emissions requirements across the pond would have done the pair in at some point as it is. The 718’s electric replacement is underway, and while Reimold didn’t share further details on the upcoming models, it’s hard to imagine Porsche will leave much of a gap between the end of 718 production and the next model’s introduction.

Porsche Kills Its Best Car

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 from the C7 generation couldn't out-gun the Dodge Viper ACR. 
The post The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Couldn’t Beat This Savage American Supercar Around the Nürburgring appeared first on MotorBiscuit.

The Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Couldn’t Beat This Savage American Supercar Around the Nürburgring

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Cadillac has taken the wraps off its new Precision Package for the CTV-5 Blackwing sport sedan, offering buyers luxury combined with track-ready performance.

It's Not The LT7, But Cadillac's Newest CT5-V Blackwing Upgrade Could Be Even Better

All week, car lovers have been talking about the magnificent Cadillac SOLLEI Concept. Cadillac calls the show car a vision of bespoke luxury. Cadillac is quick to point out that the SOLLEI is a concept only, but it shows how designers can work with the new EV platforms to build custom commissioned vehicles. The SOLLEI amazingly is built on the same EV platform as the Cadillac CELESTIQ, but the SOLLEI could not look more different.

How Cadillac's Stunning SOLLEI Convertible EV Concept Can Help Restore the Brand's Illustrious Reputation

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Let’s dive into some recent restaurant drama involving Hooters, a chain that’s been a staple for many but now finds itself in a bit of a pickle. It seems the restaurant world’s rapid changes and evolving consumer preferences are proving tough for Hooters to handle, especially as they try to stay afloat in today’s competitive market.

Troubled chain shuts down Florida restaurants, fails to make crucial payment

General Motors has made a massive investment in battery-electric vehicles. And Cadillac went out on the furthest limb when it vowed to ditch internal combustion engines for all new models, starting with this Lyriq, which just rolled onto our long term test lot. So, let’s dive into the details.

2023 Cadillac Lyriq

The refreshed 2025 Cadillac Escalade got its big reveal a few weeks ago, showing off a long list of updates and changes to the exterior, the interior, the tech, and the powertrain lineup. Naturally, we here at GM Authority enjoy taking a deep dive when it comes to GM’s latest products, and to that end, we’ll soon be talking to an Escalade product manager to get the inside scoop. Which leads us to ask – what do you want to know about the 2025 Escalade?

What Do You Want To Know About The 2025 Cadillac Escalade?

The 2.3-liter Ecoboost is a small-but-mighty Ford engine that's powered Mustangs, SUVs, pickups, and more. Here's every Ford model with one under the hood.

Every Ford Model Powered By The 2.3L Ecoboost Engine

Forget the ubiquitous crossovers and electric SUVs flooding the market. A breath of fresh air arrives with the Cadillac Sollei Concept. While it joins the ranks of exciting “what-ifs” like the Ciel and Elmiraj, the Sollei takes inspiration from the recently revealed Celestiq. This electric drop-top boasts a...

Cadillac Sollei Concept Revealed: A Sleek Electric Convertible Inspired by Celestiq with a Nod to the 1950s

Gone but certainly not forgotten, the S550 generation Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 remains a competent performer, a couple of years after it was discontinued. Of course, much of that can be attributed to its supercharged 5.2L V8 Predator engine, which churns out an astounding 760 horsepower – still more than a lot of sports cars and exotics on sale today. Thus, this recent drag race pitting a Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 and a Ferrari 296 GTS is a pretty intriguing one, to say the least.

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Drag Races Ferrari 296 GTS: Video

The Chevy C8 Corvette captivated the world upon release, and the value they hold has not slowed down as much as you would expect.

This Is How Much A Chevrolet C8 Corvette Depreciates After 4 Years

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General Motors has been on a bit of a rollercoaster over the past few years when it comes to EV success. Despite healthy sales and a reputation strong enough to withstand a battery recall tied to manufacturing defects that caused 16 fires and led to a $150 million settlement with owners, the Chevrolet Bolt was unceremoniously dumped from the roster at the end of last year in favor of the automaker’s all-new electric platform called Ultium (which will underpin the vehicle’s own return in a year or two).

Review: 2024 Cadillac Lyriq SUV Is the Full Luxury EV Package, With an Asterisk

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Andretti Cadillac Isn’t The Only U.S. Team Vying For F1 Slot

Andretti Cadillac is fighting hard to get the American luxury marque on the Formula One grid, and so far, the effort has met nothing but opposition...

Andretti Cadillac Isn’t The Only U.S. Team Vying For F1 Slot

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