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V8 Engine
VI6 Engines
1930-1940
Standardization opened the eyes of the industrial world
and was the cornerstone
of modem assembly line
production. From this achievement evolved the
reference to Cadillac as “Standard
of the World.”
In 1909 Cadillac was purchased by the then new
General
Motors Corporation.
Convenience, cleanliness and all-weather comfort were
greatly enhanced
in 1910 when Cadillac became the first
manufacturer
to offer closed bodies as standard equipment.
“The Penalty
of Leadership” frrst appeared in the
January
2, 19 15 issue of The Saturday Evening Post as an
expression of the Caddac commitment to leadership,
quality and innovation. It is widely regarded as one of the
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