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General Motors introduces omnichannel used car marketplace CarBravo

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GM says that CarBravo will offer used-vehicle customers access to an expansive inventory, an omnichannel shopping experience and exclusive ownership benefits. Dealer enrollment begins immediately, and the consumer launch is expected to begin in spring 2022. Importantly, the program features will also be offered on non-GM used vehicles.

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GM launches BrightDrop: first-to-last-mile electric ecosystem for goods & services

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BrightDrop was born out of GM’s Global Innovation organization and joins the lineup of other recently launched Global Innovation startups, such as OnStar Insurance, OnStar Guardian and GM Defense. BrightDrop support services will also assist with maintenance needs, including securing parts and scheduling repairs.

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Why Car Dealerships Should Invest in Public Charging

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Leading auto dealers see that the near-term trend is electric and are adopting their businesses to sell more EVs. According to data from iseecars.com, Non-Tesla new car dealers selling electric vehicles in the U.S. Like GM, dealers that make the move today are setting themselves up to remain competitive moving forward.

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Shanghai OnStar introduces new telematics services, opens 3rd call center to support demand

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Shanghai GM will begin offering OnStar 4G LTE service in a Cadillac model in 2015. Security Zone and Vehicle Maintenance Tips Mobile App Services. Shanghai OnStar is introducing two new mobile app services—Security Zone and Vehicle Maintenance Tips—to further improve security and communication among OnStar platforms.

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Beyond the Car Lot: How Dealerships Can Pave the Way for Electric Mobility

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While one might assume that this approach is the norm, it's alarming that less than half of dealers feel sufficiently prepared and informed to sell EVs. Reimagining the Service Department Within the maintenance and repair department, dealerships encounter another instance of a chicken-and-egg challenge.

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Tesla-style Over-the-Air updates will save OEMs $1.5B: research

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The solution helps eliminate the need to visit Service Centers within Tesla’s network, which has helped those technicians focus on things like collision repair or other maintenance that requires more attention than a software update. The report indicates GM has “virtually recalled 98 percent of affected vehicles since 2021.”

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Lightning Systems debuts new all-electric Ford F-59 Model, electrifying delivery vans and food trucks

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We now offer the broadest range of electric powertrain products in the industry, with high-quality zero-emission powertrains available for commercial and government fleets on Class 3 through 7 Ford, GM, and city bus platforms that are readily available and supported by a large number of service partners, upfitters, and accessory lines.