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Tula Technology hits milestone of 1M vehicles produced with Dynamic Skip Fire

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Tula’s proprietary technology is being used in the top-selling Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Silverado and Suburban, and the GMC Sierra and Yukon. Tula partners with OEMs to provide a transformational bridge to a future of clean, efficient automotive propulsion.

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GM CTO says company accelerating electric vehicle development in China; R&D focus on batteries and lightweight materials

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We will apply innovative technologies to cell design and fabrication, test and validate advanced cell materials provided by suppliers, and ultimately integrate battery cells into future battery systems for our vehicles. Full hybrid technology such as the 2-mode hybrid system on full-size trucks and SUVs.

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Cadillac Unveils Plug-in Two-Mode Hybrid XTS Platinum Concept

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Cadillac unveiled the XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show, suggesting a new paradigm for its future luxury sedans. The concept also previews a new integration philosophy guiding the development of future models with respect to in-car electronics. The XTS Platinum Concept. Click to enlarge.

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Shanghai GM Aims to Reduce Fuel Consumption 15%, Improve Performance 14% by 2015; New Engines, Prototype New Sail Electric Vehicle

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liters will account for 95% of Shanghai GM’s total sales in the future. In 2011, the new Buick LaCrosse Hybrid, which will have 20% better fuel economy than the standard model, and the Chevrolet Volt electric vehicle with extended range capability will be introduced. liter VVT engine and 1.4-liter liter turbocharged engine.

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