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DOE, General Motors and MathWorks launch EcoCAR Mobility Challenge

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The US Department of Energy (DOE), General Motors and MathWorks launched the EcoCAR Mobility Challenge, the latest DOE-sponsored Advanced Vehicle Technology Competition ( AVTC ), revealed the 12 competing universities and named the Chevrolet Blazer as the vehicle platform selected for the competition. University of Washington.

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SAE International and General Motors launch AutoDrive Challenge II; Level 4 autonomy

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As part of the commitment from General Motors, selected university teams will receive a new GM vehicle and technical training and mentorship from experienced industry engineers, along with technology, components, analytical tools, knowledge and technical training from additional corporate sponsors. Earlier post.).

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General Motors to Move from Long-Running Detroit HQ Into a New Location Across Town

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Automakers have an impact on industries that reach far beyond cars and drivers. Real estate is one area where the sector has a significant footprint, and one of the industry’s biggest names is making waves in Detroit’s downtown. That’s a significant reduction from RenCen’s 2.3 million square feet.

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General Motors: Electrification Will Take ‘Years and Decades’

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Since the dawn of the new century, the automotive industry has been forced to revise electrification timelines for a cavalcade of reasons. The post General Motors: Electrification Will Take ‘Years and Decades’ appeared first on The Truth About Cars.

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Wabtec and GM to develop advanced Ultium Battery and HYDROTEC hydrogen fuel cell solutions for rail industry

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Wabtec Corporation and General Motors will collaborate to develop and commercialize GM’s Ultium battery technology and HYDROTEC hydrogen fuel cell systems for Wabtec locomotives. The rail industry is on the cusp of a sustainable transformation with the introduction of batteries and hydrogen to power locomotive fleets.

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General Motors set sales records in China in 2014

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General Motors and its joint ventures sold a record 3,539,970 vehicles in China in 2014, an average of one vehicle every 9 seconds and almost 9,700 vehicles each day. GM performed well ahead of the overall industry in China, which was up an estimated 7.5% GM’s sales were up 12.0% starting this year.

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Blink Charging Celebrates Women in the Electric Vehicle Industry

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We’re witnessing a growing trend of women taking on active roles in the EV industry. They are committed to fostering greater representation of women and people of color in the EV industry, striving to create a more diverse and equitable industry for all. For instance, ChargerHelp!