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General Motors Bringing Back Plug-in Hybrids

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Despite previously having committed itself toward a future where it builds all-electric vehicles, General Motors has made plans to bring plug-in hybrids back to our market. General Motors already delivered the Chevrolet Bolt, with the model becoming one of the first affordable EVs offering real utility to customers.

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GM Dealers Want Hybrids Instead of More EVs

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General Motors is pushing ahead with plans to become an electric automaker, but the road toward that goal hasn’t been the easiest so far. A GM advisory committee with several dealers is leading the messaging, saying that they believe the automaker risks losing customers with an overly aggressive electrification strategy.

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Buick Dealerships Taking Buyouts, EV Sales Program Rejected By 47 Percent

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The brand lost 47 percent of its American retail locations through the year, which has been attributed to General Motors buying out storefronts that refused to invest in the necessary changes required to sell all-electric vehicles. Whether intentional or not, the end result seems to be mass dealer consolidation.

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The New Chevy Blazer EV Has Stumbled Twice in Recent Tests - Hard

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General Motors’ fortunes are tied heavily to its new Ultium EV technology. A few Ultium-based models have already gone on sale without too many issues, including the GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Lyriq, but the most recent release hasn’t gone so smoothly. & & [Image: Chevrolet] Become a& TTAC& insider.

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Stop-Sale Issued for 2024 Chevy Blazer EV

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General Motors has issued a stop-sale order for the all-electric Chevrolet Blazer. The automaker is telling dealers to pause sales so it can address problems with charging and the infotainment system. But General Motors claims it has teams working 24/7 to address the issue. Because no speedometer means to driving.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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Establishing dealer network. General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Plans Cadillac Converj, Opel Ampera, other versions. 10/31/07 [General Motors Corp. 6/15/07 General Motors Corp. Newsweek ).

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