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Old 02-17-2018, 10:49 AM   #62
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Originally Posted by WhyUMad1LE View Post
Why is Cadillac still using the A8?
Probably because the new model is coming and it wasn't worth the significant work to calibrate and validate an all new transmission for 1 model year of a verrrrry low volume model. Most people underestimate how much work goes into powertrain calibration. It's far more work than just bolting it in.
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