The Cadillac CT6 was announced to feature an all-new, industry-first feature in its full-surround vision, 360-degree camera.
Immediately, we had many questioning privacy, as the cameras either record front and rear, or from other strategic positions for collision and theft evidence should the vehicle tampered with. So, we ask you, is this a new trend of necessary features? Or, is it taboo technology?
We say it’s really no different than purchasing a dash camera to record, though, we can understand some privacy concerns. We spoke to Cadillac directly to clarify how the system works, and who has access to the data. Cadillac responded with:
The system can be fully disabled. You can do that by either turning it off within the CUE system, or by simply removing the SD card in the trunk. In regards to privacy, do note that the system is completely separate from everything else in the vehicle; the information on that card can only be accessed if you have that card.
Therefore, we say the Cadillac CT6 has its bases covered, and sit on the side of this being a very useful addition to the sedan. Plus, the bird’s eye view for parking is always welcome in tight parking situations.
What say you? Do you like the feature? Or is it something you would pass on? Vote in our poll, and discuss it below in the comment section.
Comments
Any new feature is great as long as it:
doesn’t come at a cost of some other feature,
doesn’t render the car inoperable when it breaks,
can be easily disabled.
So I say this, if what GM says is true, is great. Unlike the fact that they still use those glossy touch-only panels for controls. Give me real buttons, please. Second generation CTS had it so right, it just needed better materials and fitting….
I’m not sure about 360-degree cameras that are angled away from the car, but I can tell you that bird’s-eye view cameras on a car (that give you 360 degrees of vision around your car from a top-down view) are extremely valuable when parking in tight spaces. Incredibly valuable actually – if you live in a city and have to parallel park they make it very, very easy to do so. Your car can be lined up perfectly in parking spots as well. I have a 2013 BMW 335i with these cameras and they’re one of my favorite features of the car.
I think its a great idea. Cadillac and other luxury auto makers need to keep stuff like this coming. Your Toyota’s, Chevys, Ford’s etc all have many luxuries that at one time were only limited to luxo cars. I understand the trickle down effect but don’t agree with it.
When I first bought my new 2001 Deville DTS, I had features that most never had in a car, navigation, night vision, massaging and heated seats, and on and on.. Now a days your cheapest cars at least offer some of these options.
So my main point is Cadillac needs to keep creating and engineering new tech and featurs that make you as a Cadillac driver unique and ahead with the newest and innovative features that Joe Shmo can’t get in his Chevy or Buick.
The problem with the trickle down effect is that well…
Highlines used to have all the cool features 4-6 years before anyone else.
Now the cool new tech shows up on the ford fusion and you hope it make sit UP to the highlines… haha.
I have no problem with it same as most people here. Like the article said, it is very handy and it is no different from a dash cam or recording something with an Android but far superior to them.
I think it’s great as right now dash cams are getting popular now a days because there are some folks don’t know how to drive and then hits someone
The XTS also has it! It’s like there is a drone hovering about 30′ above. It really helps when parking.
I had a drone once and It really did help with parking. When I needed that front space, I just fired a missile and blasted that Lexus to pieces. 😀
This is another new tech feature that some people will use and others won’t . It is a feature that is offered on cheaper cars so Cadillac should have it on their flagship ( for now ) .
With new technology seeming to come almost weekly you have to wonder how much of it will still be around in the next few years . Anything that will help in the safety of driving an automobile should be added to new vehicles . But some of the new tech in my opinion is a waste of money . I’m glad Cadillac has done away with the bundling of options so you aren’t paying for something you may not need or even use .
With the explosion of using cameras on vehicles could their soon be a time where the outside mirrors will be a thing of the past . Maybe even the rear view mirror . I still use mine because I get false alerts from my rear back-up sensors and rear cross traffic alert system . Maybe I’m old school in that regards .
If you want to pay for an option thats fine , but don’t make people have to buy into it and never use it .
A few years ago I bought an Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo and in 1988 it had every conceivable new tech feature you could get . It even talked to you to get gas or turn your headlights on etc… Everything in that car was digital and something that was ultra cool to show off to your friends . But as up to date as it was it had alot of gremlins .
I hope with all the newest features they have a better track record of reliability .
My 280zx did that…. I thought it was incredibly revolutionary for the early 80s, but also very gimmicky.
With the increasing amount of insurance scams, fraud, and liars. Built in dash cam systems are a must. Sure you can buy a dash cam but they are mostly cheap junk alternatives. With a built in system you can not only record video and audio, but you can also record the vehicle data showing your reaction and behavior. This can further prove your innocents.
I am glad Cadillac is starting this.
I only wish GM would not limit it to cadillac and just make it standard across the board.
This is the best must have feature. I do however suggest an option to install a large 6 TB hard drive as well for long history storage with date and time on all of it.
This way you can keep a long history in case someone comes by a few months later making a false claim.
And google maps overlay.
I hope this has GPS and vehicle data recorded as well. That is necissary too.
Remember the driving cameras have been on the Corvette and V-series cars for a few years now.
I really like this though. We outfit every car we own with dash cams, and this would be even better built like this from the factory!
The only problem is does it record while driving? it seems like its more like a rotating camera cycle when the alarm goes off. I’d love to see it record any time a proximity sensor picks up something within 6 feet, then also record all 4 at all times like the oldschool home security systems, and record front and rear while driving.