The Truth About Cars

JUNE 12, 2023

It’s a common knock on GM that the company has a tendency to kill its darlings just as they get them right; look no further into history than the Pontiac Fiero and Cadillac Allanté as two good examples*. From NPR’s transcripts: “Because it’s our second-generation technology.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 23, 2010

Owners of most new 2011 Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC vehicles will soon be able to control key vehicle functions from their smart phones via OnStar. Tags: Brief. Screenshot of one of the OnStar apps. Click to enlarge. The OnStar mobile app services are currently functional on the iPhone and Android systems.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 5, 2009

In a post on GM’s FastLane blog, Vice Chairman Tom Stephens said that the company will apply plug-in hybrid technology to one of the four core brands remaining after the restructuring: Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. I’m pleased to let you know the plug-in hybrid technology will be applied to one of GM’s four core brands.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 6, 2010

General Motors will expand use of “enhanced smart pedal” technology globally to all passenger cars with automatic transmissions and electronic throttle control, including hybrids and the Volt. Tags: Brief.

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Clean Fleet Report

MAY 28, 2021

Photos by John Faulkner and Cadillac. Four compelling reasons for serious drivers to consider the 2021 Cadillac CT4. The 2021 Cadillac CT4 comes with two gasoline engines that run on 91 octane and two automatic transmission options, in either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. Cadillac Style: Exterior. Rear wheel drive.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 25, 2010

Chery is continuing to leverage global resources and is making great strides in building core technological competitiveness, as well as actively following government policies to reduce greenhouse gases and emissions. —Dr. Tags: Brief. Zhu Hang, vice president and Dean of Engine Engineering & Research Institute, Chery Automobile Co.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 13, 2010

Engine technologies such as SIDI (spark ignition direct injection) and turbocharging, as well as new transmissions such as the S6, will be applied in Buick, Cadillac and Chevrolet products offered by Shanghai GM. In addition, Shanghai GM will intensify the application of energy-saving technologies in its new models. liter and 1.4-liter

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Green Car Congress

MAY 20, 2010

Lear has developed a technologically advanced seating system it calls The Evolution Seat that integrates seven patented technologies that reduce seat weight up to 25 pounds (11.3 The combination of Lear technologies in the Evolution Seat significantly reduce weight, trim costs and speed time-to-market, he said. Click to enlarge.

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Plugs and Cars

JANUARY 18, 2010

It's official, the Cadillac Converj is to be the second extended-range electric vehicle after the Volt. Tags: converj cadillac coulomb technologies volvo electric c30. I may be most interested affordable electric cars, but this makes sense to me. Source: Detroit News ] Volvo might be getting serious about EVs.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 3, 2010

Ford will expand and enhance its Lincoln brand lineup with seven all-new or significantly refreshed vehicles in the next four years as part of a growth plan to compete with Cadillac and Lexus in North America. More useful technology and features than any other competitor with a special focus on comfort and convenience. Earlier post.).

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Green Cars News

APRIL 6, 2010

General Motors’ hybrid cars, including the Chevrolet Volt, will soon benefit from an enhanced smart pedal technology. Tags: Chevrolet Green cars Latest news general motors brake override system Cadillac CTS-V Cadillac STS-V Camaro V8 Chevrolet Corvette Chevrolet Volt Cobalt Colorado V8 GM GMC Canyon HHR Malibu L4.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 15, 2010

Initiated early in 2007 to develop key enabling technologies for a lightweight magnesium front end body structure, MFERD is sponsored by Natural Resources Canada, the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology, the United States Department of Energy and the United States Automotive Materials Partnership.

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Green Cars News

MAY 14, 2009

Green car technology is expected to take the ‘International Engine of the Year’ awards by storm this year. Last year’s winner, BMW, renowned for its Efficient Dynamics technology and for its range of class-leading green cars, has a fight on its hands to achieve a record-breaking fifth consecutive International Engine of the Year title.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2009

The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Build better products.

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 29, 2009

SGM will eventually make this telematics service available on its full portfolio of products, beginning with Cadillac, then Buick and finally Chevrolet. Part of that vision includes the next generation of vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) technology. Tags: Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Smart charging Telematics.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Tesla is described as disruptive technology, but in reality the company has done what auto companies have done for a little more than a century—build great cars and match them up with owners who appreciate them. Technology upgrades like Full Self Driving remain available to buy, but are not delivered via an over-the-air update.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 23, 2007

Even he recognizes that the Volt will make historians forget about the (in my opinion) entirely forgettable Dodge Viper he concocted at Chrysler, as well as the 1000 horsepower Cadillac Sixteen concept car of a few years ago. Tags: manufacturers. Good, sexy cars and a great price. Good, sexy cars and a great price. Estimates vary.

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EV Life

JUNE 8, 2023

However, the last few years have seen the sticker prices of some existing vehicles come down as technology and production processes have improved. 4 has the most budget-friendly price tag, the mid-range Pro maximizes the ID.4’s In 2021, the MSRPs on EVs were, on average, around $10,000 more than their gas-powered counterparts.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 1, 2009

previously announced The New GM will: Focus on four core brands in the US—Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC—with fewer nameplates and a more competitive level of marketing support per brand. The luxury midsize Cadillac SRX crossover and CTS Sport Wagon. Tags: Market Background Policy Vehicle Manufacturers. Close: 31 Dec 2009.

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Green Cars News

MAY 7, 2009

In an online blog, General Motors’ (GM) vice chairman Tom Stephens stated that the company will apply plug-in hybrid technology to one of its four core brands followings its’ restructuring. The company will be divided into Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC and Buick following the decision to close Pontiac and sell Saturn.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 27, 2009

Significant changes in the viability plan from the February 2009 version include: A focus on four core brands in the US—Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC—with fewer nameplates and a more competitive level of marketing support per brand. Tags: Market Background Vehicle Manufacturers. billion in 2009, and investments ranging from $5.3

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

As part of its re-emergence, GM has established just four core brands – its global leader Chevrolet; Buick, which focuses on North America and China; GMC, one of its most profitable brands which will focus on North America and the Middle East; and Cadillac. Embracing new technologies. Starting from 2010 its 2.4l Faye Sunderland.

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Plug In Partners

OCTOBER 8, 2008

As stated at the opening press conference by Austin's Mayor Will Wynn in January, 2006, “ Plug-in hybrids represent a real near-term solution to America’s over-reliance on foreign oil imports and energy prices that escalate the cost of everything and threaten the very economic life of our nation,” “The technology exists today ,” Wynn says.

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Green Cars News

APRIL 27, 2009

The significant changes outlined in the plan include: - A focus on four core brands in the US - Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC. Tags: Green cars Latest news general motors General Motors viability plan GM Pontiac Pontiac scrapped. If the bond exchange fails, it will result in GM entering bankruptcy.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 8, 2009

The two-mode hybrid technology in the ML 450 HYBRID is derived from the fundamental work undertaken by the Global Hybrid Cooperation, which brought together research and development work undertaken by Daimler AG, BMW Group, General Motors and Chrysler. Tags: Hybrids. L/100km) and highway consumption of 24 mpg (9.8 L/100km city, 11.2

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 14, 2014

In this video clip, Andrew Rassweiler, Senior Director of Teardown services at IHS Technology, discusses the highlights of his team’s recent teardown of a Tesla Model S. Just before the Model S, the IHS Teardown Analysis Service conducted a teardown of a Cadillac instrument cluster. Highlights of teardown.

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Green Car Congress

APRIL 13, 2009

In addition, the control of the injection event, via direct-injection technology, is very precise and results in better combustion efficiency and fuel consumption at all throttle openings. Cadillac STS. Cadillac CTS. Cadillac STS. Cadillac CTS. Cadillac SRX. Cadillac Sports Wagon. Chevrolet Traverse.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 19, 2009

Lotus Engineering and Harmon International, two heavyweights in their respective industries, have teamed up to create a new technology known as Electronic Sound Synthesis (ESS). Exclusive rights are granted to Harman Becker to manufacture the latest technology solutions for the worldwide vehicle OEM market.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Byton M-Byte – Chinese start-ups power play is technology, underpinned by an enormous 48-inch screen that sprawls across the dash. Cadillac Lyriq – American luxury giant Cadillac is going pure electric and the Lyriq is the first step. Exports were expected but doubts are now being shed on the future of the company.

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Green Car Congress

JANUARY 4, 2010

In 2009, as part of GM’s aggressive product launch strategy, GM and its joint ventures in China introduced several new and upgraded models, including the new Buick LaCROSSE and New Regal turbo series; the Chevrolet Cruze; and the new Cadillac SLS and SRX. In addition, GM continued to bring to China its latest technology such as the new 1.2-liter

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

Delphi was named Grand Award Winner for its ultra light radio technology which was also cited as the winner of the competition’s Process/Assembly/Enabling Technologies category. Two other Delphi technologies were also recognized in the competition. Tags: Fuel Efficiency Materials Plastics.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

New technology. An (expected) high price tag. Its new technology, it takes time, and money. Although Climate change is a massive problem, it always comes down to money with the real decision makers so rite now you could say people use only steam reforming but we havent really developed H2 technology much have we???

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 28, 2009

Reply ↓ ↑ report 6 Zeph 10:32AM (4/25/2009) What they have to hide is the fact they are downgrading already fairly simple technology so as to artificially create value through scarcity. Line breaks and paragraphs are automatically converted — no need to use or tags. Tags: evdriven. Follow us on Twitter!

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Fisker $80,000 Karma series luxury 50-mile range series PHEV, S Sunset convertible version.Partnering with Quantum Technologies. Plans Cadillac Converj, Opel Ampera, other versions. Plug-in hybrids make little sense in a car with current battery technology," he said. Establishing dealer network. Ford Escape PHEV-40 around 2012.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 22, 2009

Our ENVI electric minivan concepts illustrate Chryslers innovation with electric vehicle technology and show what the future could hold." ENVI A symbol that represents the first four letters of environment is Chrysler LLCs entrepreneurial in-house organization focused on electric-drive production vehicles and related advanced technologies.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Also, besides giving you the ability to charge at night when most utility rates are lower, future vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology may allow you to sell some of your stored energy back to the utilities. Progress in technology will allow to retrofit step by step. Analyse their business models thoroughly! Follow us on Twitter!

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Newly installed CEO Fritz Henderson argues that pioneering projects like the Volt typically lose money until the technology catches on. "On some products, the costs, particularly in advanced technologies, are high," he said in a lengthy interview with Automotive News (free subscription required). you see that?

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