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GM to Debut Two-Mode Plug-in Hybrid Technology in New Buick Crossover in 2011; LG Chem to Supply the Li-ion Cells

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The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011.

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GM China to introduce more than 60 new models and upgrades over next 5 years; focus on electrification and sustainable mobility

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Its two mainstream brands, Buick and Chevrolet, will account for nearly half. Buick will introduce about 12 new and upgraded products. From Chevrolet will come 15 new models and upgrades, which will range from affordable small cars to midsize sedans. The program will be held in Jiading, an international EV pilot site.

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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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Extended-range electric vehicles, which offer electric propulsion and contain an on-board engine generator to extend the vehicles’ range. GM has brought to the China market the Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle, Buick LaCrosse with eAssist and Cadillac Escalade Hybrid.

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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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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. The Buick New Regal 2.0L, Buick New Regal 1.6T, Chevrolet New Sail 1.2L liters and 2.5 and Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L

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GM to double models with 40 mpg highway or better by 2017; ongoing manufacturing efficiency improvements

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GM’s electrified vehicles today include the extended-range electric Chevrolet Volt, Spark EV and Buick LaCrosse, Regal, Chevrolet Malibu and Impala with eAssist. since 2010, making progress toward its 20 percent reduction commitment by 2020. MWh/vehicle in 2010. Manufacturing energy use and emissions. MWh/vehicle.

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GM and SAIC Promote Fuel Cell Propulsion Technology

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The zero-emission high-tech vehicles will join the Equinox Fuel Cell as part of a fleet of both GM and SAIC vehicles to shuttle VIPs at World Expo 2010 Shanghai. GM and SAIC are the exclusive joint global automobile partner of World Expo 2010 Shanghai. Ten Shanghai Brand Fuel Cell Vehicles will be built.

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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 XTS Platinum Concept. Click to enlarge. The concept, which showcases Cadillac’s emerging top-of-the-line Platinum series of models, is powered by a 3.6L Earlier post.).

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