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

Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

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

GM China Electric Vehicles Batteries

Shanghai GM Aims to Reduce Fuel Consumption 15%, Improve Performance 14% by 2015; New Engines, Prototype New Sail Electric Vehicle

Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2010

Shanghai GM has outlined the next phase of its “Drive to Green” product strategy—launched in 2008 ( earlier post )—for 2011-2015. In 2011, the new Buick LaCrosse Hybrid, which will have 20% better fuel economy than the standard model, and the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range capability will be introduced.

GM 2015 Buick Engine

EV Driven

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

Shanghai GM Aims to Reduce Fuel Consumption 15%, Improve Performance 14% by 2015; New Engines, Prototype New Sail Electric Vehicle

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