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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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General Motors is Now a Registered F1 Power Unit Manufacturer

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While the sport’s governing body, the FIA, approved the American team’s entry to the grid with backing from General Motors and Cadillac, F1 itself has yet to accept the application. The drama between Michael Andretti and the old guard of Formula 1 continues.

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Cadillac Confirms the Compact 2025 Optiq Electric SUV

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Thanks to GM’s investments in electrification, Cadillac is accelerating its EV development and has confirmed another new gas-free model coming in 2025. Cadillac didn’t share many details but provided an image of the upcoming EV. Image: Cadillac] Become a& TTAC insider.

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Formula One Rejects Andretti-Cadillac Bid

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Andretti-Cadillac's bid to join the Formula One grid has been officially rejected, confusing plenty of people that thought the team had a good chance of being the first American entrant since Haas. When General Motors opted to get involved via Cadillac. someone to root for.

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FIA Approves Andretti and Cadillac for Formula One

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Knowing that F1 was eager to continue drawing fans in the United States, Andretti immediately announced a partnership with Cadillac. We previously speculated that being backed by General Motors would make all the difference for Andretti Autosport. Image: General Motors] Become a& TTAC insider.

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Report: FIA to Reject Every F1 Team Application Except Cadillac

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The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) is expected to reject three applications for new Formula 1 teams with the Cadillac-backed Andretti Global being the only exception. In the other corner, you have the Andretti family’s multigenerational racing heritage and General Motors — the country's largest automaker by volume.

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Hertz to Buy Cadillac Lyriqs and Chevy Silverado EVs to Bolster Electric Rental Fleet

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Car rental companies have long pledged to make the transition alongside their auto industry partners, and Hertz recently announced that it would be adding the Cadillac Lyriq and Chevy Silverado EV.&