Cadillac is one of the most iconic luxury car brands in the world. Known for its bold style and powerful performance, Cadillac has long been a symbol of American excellence in the auto industry.
Who Owns Cadillac
Today, Cadillac is owned by General Motors (GM), a Detroit-based auto giant that also owns Chevrolet, GMC, and Buick. While the brand is moving toward an electric future, it continues to produce classic vehicles like the Escalade and performance sedans like the CT5-V Blackwing.
The Origins of Cadillac
Cadillac was founded in 1902 by Henry M. Leland, an engineer who named the company after Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac, the French explorer who founded Detroit in 1701. Cadillac’s first vehicle, the Runabout, made waves at the 1903 New York Auto Show, receiving more than 2,000 orders.
In 1909, General Motors acquired Cadillac, and the brand quickly rose to the top as one of the premier luxury carmakers in America. Cadillac introduced many groundbreaking models over the years, including the Series 62 Club Coupe, Fleetwood Eldorado, and CTS-V.
Cadillac's Logo and Identity
Cadillac’s logo has changed several times over the years. The latest version, a black-and-white crest, is now used on electric vehicles like the Cadillac Lyriq, while the traditional colored crest still appears on gas-powered models.
Where Are Cadillac Cars Made?
While Cadillac is an American brand, its vehicles are made in the United States, China, and Mexico.
Key U.S. Production Plants
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Lansing Grand River Assembly, Michigan
Produces the CT4 and CT5 sedans. -
Arlington Assembly, Texas
Builds the Escalade and Escalade-V SUVs. -
Spring Hill Manufacturing, Tennessee
Home to the XT5, XT6, and the electric Lyriq SUV. -
Fairfax Assembly, Kansas
Previously produced the XT4, which is now discontinued here to make way for electric vehicle production.
International Production
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Shanghai, China (SAIC-GM Joint Venture)
Manufactures the CT4, CT5, CT6, Optiq, XT4, XT5, and XT6. China is Cadillac's second-largest market. -
Ramos Arizpe, Mexico
Started building the all-new 2025 Cadillac Optiq in late 2024. This plant serves North America, the Middle East, Europe, and parts of Asia.
Former Cadillac Production Sites
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Clark Street Assembly (Detroit, MI): Closed in 1987, once built iconic models like the Coupe DeVille.
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Cadillac Stamping Plant (Detroit, MI): Abandoned in the 1980s, demolished in 2021.
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Pininfarina Plant (Italy): Built the Cadillac Allanté from 1986 to 1993.
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Kaliningrad, Russia: Operated under license with Avtotor until 2015.
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Belarus: Used briefly after GM exited Russia. Cadillac later suspended sales and exports to Russia in 2022 due to geopolitical issues.
