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Penske Seeking to Buy Saturn

Green Car Congress

GM would continue production, on a contract basis, of the Saturn Aura, Vue and Outlook. ( Earlier post.) Under the terms in the memorandum of understanding, Penske would obtain the rights to the brand as well as certain other Saturn assets.

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GM leaps ahead in lithium mining race, secures next-gen extraction deal

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General Motors (GM) has secured a next-generation lithium extraction deal with Puerto Rico-based startup, EnergyX. This has pushed many, including GM, further down its supply chain, buying up companies and securing supplies for the future.

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Opinion: Stop Subsidizing Electric Vehicle Programs

The Truth About Cars

The White House has said the program will fund nearly 50 EV charging and alternative-fueling infrastructure projects in 22 individual states and Puerto Rico. With the raw materials used for battery production (e.g. Though we did see battery material prices falling through 2023 as production increased and demand for EVs declined.