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Buick launches VELITE 7 EV and VELITE 6 PHEV in China

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Buick has strengthened its commitment to electrification in China with the launch of the VELITE 7 electric vehicle and VELITE 6 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). The VELITE 7 is the first all-electric SUV in Buick’s new energy vehicle portfolio, offering 500 kilometers (311 miles) of range on a single charge. Buick VELITE 7.

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Buick launches VELITE 6 PLUS MAV EV with increased range of 410 km

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Buick launched the VELITE 6 PLUS MAV (multi-activity vehicle) electric vehicle in China. As Buick’s first global all-electric vehicle and SAIC-GM’s first electric vehicle for the mass market, the VELITE 6 integrates resources and advanced technology from GM and SAIC for new energy and connected vehicles. kWh/100 km.

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Ultium-based Buick Electra E5 began deliveries in China

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On Would possibly 29, SAIC Common Motors three way partnership (SAIC-GM) introduced the supply of the primary bundle of Buick Electra E5 all-electric SUVs to consumers in China. Electra E5 is a China-only mid-size SUV in accordance with GM’s Ultium platform and Buick’s first EV. We will be able to store an optic on that.

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SAIC-GM Connectivity Strategy 2025 lays out roadmap to cloud-based connectivity, autonomy

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SAIC-GM, GM’s Chinese joint venture with SAIC, announced its Connectivity Strategy 2025, which lays out a roadmap for its connectivity development from 2017 through 2025. 2020: Promote connected vehicle (V2X) technology to make mobility safer. 2020: Promote connected vehicle (V2X) technology to make mobility safer.

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SAIC-GM-Wuling launches its first EV; Buick Regal hybrid available in China

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Separately, Buick brought to market the all-new Regal for China. Its 7-inch screen and Wi-Fi enable E100 users to enjoy infotainment and remain connected while on the road. Buick Regal. The nameplate has become especially popular among younger car buyers due to its sporty, stylish design and connectivity features.

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Shanghai OnStar launches 3 new service packages, mobile app

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Shanghai OnStar has newly introduced the Go & Connected, Go Anywhere and Safe Anywhere packages. It has upgraded the Directions and Connections package, which is now the All On package, and the Safety and Security package, which is now the Safe & Connected package. Shanghai OnStar now has more than 300,000 subscribers.

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GMs eAssist seeks to provide a cost-effective solution for improving fuel efficiency and driving dynamics

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Initially introduced in the Buick line, eAssist has now made the jump to the Chevrolet line with its application in the new Malibu Eco ( earlier post )—which will be the only version of the new Malibu initially available. Given that, it is more efficient to have the engine come back on.

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