The 2021 Cadillac Escalade is a full-sized SUV that continues to offer the power, luxury, and comfort that fans have come to expect. The Escalade was created based on the GMC Yukon Denali and is essentially a luxury car on a truck chassis. However, while rugged and powerful, the Escalade is still a Cadillac at heart. This means luxury inside and out, with the amenities and attention to detail that we have come to expect in a Cadillac. While drivers and passengers enjoy a comfortable, spacious interior and state of the art technology, they can enjoy the muscle and pulling power of a truck. The Escalade is a very luxurious way to tow a boat or a small camper. The Escalade has miles of leather, onboard WiFi, four screens in the back for the entertainment system, among other luxurious details. The 2021 Cadillac Escalade comes in four trims that can be squeezed into three: Base, Luxury and Premium Luxury, and Platinum. Read on to find out what you need to know about the 2021 Cadillac Escalade.

The Base trim is not basic by any means, this is still a Cadillac. Escalades run with a 6.2-liter V8 that cranks out 420 horsepower and 460 foot-pounds of torque. This big heavy vehicle can get to 60 in 6.6 seconds, which is near the top for this kind of vehicle. The base trim has 20-inch wheels, adaptive suspension, automatic wipers, parking sensors and assists, remote start, and LED headlights. It has heated seats and steering wheel, and an infotainment system with an 8-inch screen. You may also customize your gauge display to your tastes. A Bose premium 16-speaker sound system is also standard on the base trim. Rear wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available. The base trim starts at $75,000.

The Base is pretty luxurious, but for a little more you can step up to the higher levels. The Luxury trim has 22-inch wheels, a sunroof, power folding second-row seats, and all that the base has. It also has a rearview camera system for the rearview mirrors. At this trim level, you can get the driver assurance package with blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and automatic braking. The Premium luxury trim adds adaptive cruise control, rear entertainment system, an overhead mounted display, and even more advanced collision warning systems. The Luxury trim starts at $81,000 and the premium luxury trim goes for $85,000.

The Platinum trim level is the Cadillac of Cadillacs. It has everything the other trim levels have and adds even more. It has power retracting steps on the side to help you get in and out. The power front seats will massage you. The leather upholstery is even more luxurious. It has a cooled front seat. A console is added in the middle of the front seat for more storage, and two more screens are added to the rear entertainment system. People in the back can watch different programs. The Platinum version is listed at about $95,000.

The Audi Q7 first hit the market in 2017 and has been a strong contender in the luxury SUV market ever since. Its elegant exterior design, stylish interior, convenient tech features, roomy seating (for up to seven people!) and smooth handling make it an ideal car for both families and individuals who love to ride in style and space. The 2020 Audi Q7 isn't a total makeover, but it does feel like a refreshed, more modern vehicle. The 2020 version comes with a variety of new features that are sure to keep it both relevant in a sea of increasingly advanced vehicle tech, not to mention make it a popular pick for the next year. 

Those familiar with the older models will notice upgraded differences in the vehicle right away by looking at its exterior. The new 2020 Audi Q7 is a touch more muscular and gets a facelift with a wider, less angled grille. International editions of the Q7 also get the brand's new LED matrix headlights, but these have not yet been approved for use in the U.S. (Audi has, however, said that the new lights may be available soon on certain trims once they are approved). Nevertheless, it's on the inside that the upgrades really become tangible. An upgraded infotainment system with dual touchscreens brings the Audi Q7 fully into the new decade, along with a sleek new dashboard and center console that give the car a drastically different look than previous models. The 2020 also keeps the Integrated navigation, Audi Virtual Cockpit, and wireless charging that first appeared on its 2019 predecessor.

As for safety, advanced safety features like lane departure warning, parking sensors and collision warning also receive only slight upgrades and come standard. Those who have not been driving the more recent Q7s will be particularly impressed with the collision warning system, as it operates even at slower speeds and can detect pedestrians more readily than a lot of other warning systems on the market. It also comes with automatic braking. Also seen on the 2020 version is the Convenience package, which is optional on the base trim but standard on the higher ones. This package enhances the car's safety even further by adding blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert systems, along with some nice ambient lighting to enhance the vehicle's luxury. 

Additionally, the new Q7 gets some upgrades and new options under the hood, though all still come with All Wheel Drive and an 8-speed automatic transmission. Drivers now enjoy faster acceleration from the two primary engine choices, both upgrades from previous years. First, there's the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 248 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque. For even faster acceleration there's also the turbocharged 3.0 liter V6 engine, with 335 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. Drivers familiar with last year's model will note that it also offered a V6 engine, but that one was not turbocharged and did not come with as much power. Speaking of power, the 2020 also comes with a third option: the 500-horsepower V8 that comes on the SQ7 edition. 

As for trims, the 2020 Q7 comes in three: the Premium, Premium Plus and the top tier Prestige. The base Premium comes standard with an impressive amount of features, including LED headlights, a panoramic sunroof, three-zone automatic climate control, 10-speaker surround sound, hands-free liftgate, power-folding third row and leather upholstery. Building on that, the Premium Plus adds the Q7's safety-minded Convenience Package as well as a 360-degree parking camera and an upgraded Bose audio system. It also comes with additional options for comfort and safety. The Prestige meanwhile takes things to the next level with features like adaptive air suspension, sound-reducing glass, a head-up display, soft-closing doors and upgraded ambient lighting. It also comes with some crazy luxury options like massaging and ventilated seats. 

There's also the highly anticipated, high-performance SQ7, which in addition to having a different engine, is essentially a modified version of the vehicle and comes with a slew of subtle tweaks like larger wheels, quad exhaust tips and more air intakes. Whereas the Premium starts at $54,800 and goes up to a starting price of $71,200 for the Prestige, the SQ7 is expected to start around $70,000 at most dealerships. Audi doesn't usually offer much in the way of deals and special buying incentives, but they do offer special rates, no security deposit and lower credit history requirements for recent graduates and military members. 

Stay warm on a budget with deals on down jackets! The cold weather months can mean that shoppers gear up to protect themselves from the effects of wind, rain, and snow during daily outside activities. Whether commuting to work or enjoying the great outdoors during time off, down jackets provide long-lasting comfort, especially for those who live in climates where winter weather can be dangerous. Shoppers who are on a budget or just love to save money can count on these top brand names to provide style and quality without breaking the bank. The three best retailers with the hottest deals on down jackets include North Face, 32 Degrees, and Burberry. Keep reading to discover top deals that will help keep both shoppers' bodies and wallets comfortable this winter. 

One of the leading names in cold weather gear is The North Face. This brand has become popular with people of all ages across the country because they offer quality and style for great prices. Right now, they are offering the women’s Gotham Jacket II for $230. This style has a fur lined hood and comes in a variety of colors. They are also offering the men’s Thermoball Eco Jacket for only $199. They also have the men’s Aconcagua hoodie for $179. These jackets combine their famous quality with style and function to help protect shoppers from the elements and keep them comfortable and warm wherever they go. 

Another great brand that is synonymous with great cold weather gear, including down jackets, is 32 Degrees. They have great jackets designed to keep shoppers warm without weighing them down, as well as durable materials combined with the warmth and comfort of down filled selections. Right now they are having a variety of sales and deals on the website, including the women’s ultralight down package jacket for only $39.99. They are also offering a great deal on the women’s ultralight transitional down jacket for $29.99, which is marked down from $100. They also have an ultralight down full length jacket for $39.99, which is down from $125. These deals won’t last long, so check out the website and take advantage while they're still available.

Burberry is one of the top designer brand names in the world. They not only offer a wide selection of jewelry, clothes, and perfume, they also offer great down jackets that are stylish and keep shoppers warm on the coldest of days. One of the top deals they offer right now is the detachable hood taffeta parka for only $480, which is marked down from $950. They also have the Horseferry print check down oversized down-filled pea coat for $2,890. Check out the variety of styles and collections on the Burberry website and take advantage of limited selection items and great sale prices that help you stretch your dollar. In addition, they are highlighting their fall/winter 2019 collection with more deals expected in the near future. Get the styles and functionality you need combined with expert tailoring and eye catching details that only Burberry can offer.

In a race to produce the fanciest and most popular smartphone, Apple and Samsung have brought us one essential question: Which smartphone is best? One of the easiest ways to figure out how the latest iPhone 11 and Samsung Galaxy S20 fare is to compare them side by side. Unfortunately, consumers do not have the expendable income to buy both the iPhone 11 and the Galaxy S20 to form their final opinion on which smartphone is queen of the market. Now worries! When comparing the iPhone 11 and the Galaxy 20, it's wise to look at battery life, camera upgrades, storage, and, of course, price. Both the iPhone 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S20 are the most affordable options for each brand’s debut line of phones, and they both clock in at around $1,000. When it comes to the models of each line, it's best to stick with the basics, which offer plenty of impressive features without needing to spend even more. Read on to find out how these two smartphones compare.

First, let's start with the Samsung Galaxy S20. Going straight from the S10 to the S20, Samsung surprised everyone with a new flagship model to compete neck and neck with the iPhone 11. One of the most notable changes for the Galaxy S20 is the major camera upgrades, with three rear cameras including a 64 megapixel telephoto camera, and wide-angle 12-megapixel camera, and ultra-wide 12 megapixel cameras. The Galaxy S20 has an outstanding 120hz refresh rate, which allows for smoother scrolling, gaming, and all-around display motion. This smartphone comes with 128GB storage (though storage is expandable) and a choice between 8GB and 12GB RAM. The Galaxy S20 is available in the attractive and tendy colors, like gray, blue, and pink. 

The iPhone 11 is safe and comfortable in its own innovations. This smartphone model also provides major camera improvements, with two 12-megapixel rear cameras, a wide-angle and an ultra-wide, and new night and slofie (slo-mo selfie) modes. The iPhone 11 has a lower 60hz refresh rate, which is only half of that of the Galaxy S20. This smartphone allows users to choose from 64, 128, and 256GB storage but only comes with 4GB RAM. The iPhone 11 also comes in exciting new colors, including purple, yellow, green, white, black, and red, along with the classic black and silver.

Both phones come with high speed charging, have similar display sizes, much improved battery life, and IP68 water resistance. When it comes right down to it, the Samsung Galaxy S20 trumps the iPhone 11 in performance, camera upgrades, and customizability. However, the iPhone 11 is more affordable and device performance and camera capabilities are more than enough to satisfy most phone users. Not sure which one to choose? Head in to a local smartphone retailer to find which one fits your unique needs.