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GM will debut 2014 Cadillac ELR extended range electric vehicle at NAIAS in January

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The 2014 Cadillac ELR extended-range electric luxury coupe, based on the Converj concept ( earlier post ), will make its world debut 15 January at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit. Earlier post.).

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2011 Frankfurt Auto Show: 2013 Fisker Surf Official Unveiling

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The 2012 Fisker Karma extended range electric car (plug-in hybrid) may have been sold on its sexy good looks, and sporty performance -- but now the luxury sedan has a more practical sibling -- the Fisker Surf. Unveiled today at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show, the 2013 Fisker Surf is a crossover wagon variant of the luxury sports sedan.

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Daimler launches new DENZA 500 electric vehicle for the Chinese market; 500 km range

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DENZA Auto). A new battery and additional weight reductions allow increased energy efficiency, providing an extended range of around 500 km (311 miles). DENZA Auto is a 50:50 joint venture of Daimler Greater China Ltd. Daimler and BYD Automotive Industry Co., and BYD Automotive Industry Co.,

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Report: GM re-greenlights the Cadillac Converj for production

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The extended range electric vehicle, introduced as a concept at the Detroit auto show in January 2009, was said to be slated for production ( earlier post ). GreenCarReports cites an unnamed source at GM who says that the Cadillac Converj luxury plug-in coupe ( earlier post ) is now back in the GM product plan.

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Tesla To Offer Auto Leases

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Read more in the article: Tesla to Offer Auto Leases. Tesla To Offer Auto Leases. The move comes as Tesla, the only auto manufacturer currently selling an. Tesla hopes to see a sales surge in 2011 when it rolls. other manufacturers before 2011. 2010 Tesla Roadster. Electric car maker Tesla Motors Inc.

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GM CTO says company accelerating electric vehicle development in China; R&D focus on batteries and lightweight materials

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In September 2011, GM China opened the Advanced Materials Lab in Shanghai. Extended-range electric vehicles, which offer electric propulsion and contain an on-board engine generator to extend the vehicles’ range. Full hybrid technology such as the 2-mode hybrid system on full-size trucks and SUVs. Earlier post.).

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GM China to introduce more than 60 new models and upgrades over next 5 years; focus on electrification and sustainable mobility

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Later this year, GM China will offer the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle. A drivable version will be introduced following Auto Shanghai 2011.

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