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Li Auto's Beijing plant expected to see 1st vehicle roll off line by Sept

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Yi said he hoped Li Auto would stay rooted in Beijing and accelerate the start-up of projects under construction, according to the report. Li Auto's current vehicles -- the Li L7, Li L8 and Li L9 -- are all extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs), all produced at its plant in Changzhou, Jiangsu province, in eastern China.

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GM China begins prototype battery cell fabrication

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With its battery material assessment capability, GM will be able to independently test and validate advanced materials provided by suppliers, apply innovative technologies to battery cell design and fabrication through collaboration with cell suppliers, and ultimately integrate battery cells into a system for integration in GM’s production lines.

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GM CEO outlines highlights of fuel economy plan through MY2016: lightweighting; more efficient gasoline and clean diesel engines, electrification

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The auto industry should play a central role in the energy discussion, Akerson noted, because light-duty vehicles account for about 60% of total transportation energy usage in the United States. We’re running a dual play on the technology to see which one will succeed. ”. More efficient gasoline engines. Energy policy.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

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And in the last two weeks, one of the largest utility companies in the United States, Pacific Gas & Electric, announced plans to work with General Motors in experiments with their bidirectional charging technologies. It’s not quite ready for the mainstream yet, though. No word yet on which EVs will take part. (GM

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Li-ion Manufacturer Boston-Power Names Former GM Senior Executive Bob Purcell to Board; Expansion Into Transportation With a Focus on PHEVs and BEVs

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From 1994 to 2002, Purcell led the GM Advanced Technology Vehicles Group (GM ATV). I knew immediately upon meeting the team and reviewing the technology platform that I wanted to play a role within the company. Boston-Power technology. I’ve been looking for a battery like Boston-Power’s for 20 years.

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GM Working with Communities to Develop Roadmap For Plug-in Infrastructure

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GM described its approach at the Washington Auto Show. GM currently has more than 30 prototype Volt extended range electric vehicles undergoing testing at GM’s Proving Ground in Milford, Mich. San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). Ed Peper, GM North America vice president, Chevrolet.

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The EV Transition Explained

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front trunk (“frunk”), while concealed beneath is the new skateboard frame with its dual electric motors (one for each axle) and a big 98 kWh standard (and 131 kWh extended range) battery pack. University of Michigan professor emeritus John Leslie King , who has long studied the auto industry. In its place is a.

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