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GM Creates New South America Regional Organization

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General Motors is creating a new regional organization to meet rising customer demand in South America. GM South America will be headquartered in Sao Paulo, Brazil and will be led by Jaime Ardila, currently president and general manager GM Mercosur. GM South America currently has 29,000 employees.

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GM Korea introduces Alpheon eAssist; 25% improvement in fuel economy

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N·m electric motor generator. General Motors launched the Buick LaCrosse with eAssist in China on 25 August. million vehicles, including CKD products, primarily under the Chevrolet brand. Like the light electrification powertrain of the Buick LaCrosse upon which it is based, the Alpheon eAssist features a 2.4-liter