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GM outlines China advanced technology roadmap for accelerating “Drive to 2030”

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General Motors outlined its technology rollout plan for electrification, intelligent driving and connectivity in China. In 2022, 5G will be available on all new Cadillac models and most Chevrolet and Buick vehicles going forward. GM will capitalize on mega-trends such as 5G, artificial intelligence, smart cities and big data.

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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 sales in China top 2 million in 2011

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For the second time, General Motors has sold more than 2 million vehicles in China in a calendar year, reaching the milestone today. On 4 November 2010, GM became the first global automaker in China to sell 2 million vehicles in one year. Demand in China this year for the Buick brand has risen 24%, Chevrolet 18% and Cadillac 73%.

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GM sells 173,398 vehicles in China during July

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General Motors and its joint ventures [link]. 173,398 vehicles in China during the month of July, as Shanghai GM and GM’s Buick, Chevrolet and Cadillac brands all set sales records for the month. Buick sales were up 15.4% from July 2010, benefiting from the popularity of the new GL8 luxury MPV.

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

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Like the light electrification powertrain of the Buick LaCrosse upon which it is based, the Alpheon eAssist features a 2.4-liter N·m electric motor generator. General Motors launched the Buick LaCrosse with eAssist in China on 25 August. In 2010, GM Korea sold domestically and exported more than 1.84

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SAIC Displays Six Models of New Energy Vehicles to Be Used at Expo 2010; Commercialization Plans for Hybrid, PHEV and BEVs by 2012

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At the China International Industry Fair held earlier in November in Shanghai, SAIC Group displayed six models of new energy vehicles, which will serve the Expo 2010. SAIC Expo 2010 Gallery. The Shanghai Brand hybrid car offers a 20% boost in fuel economy and can be expected to go to the market at the end of 2010.

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GM to invest $325M in Warren Transmission plant to support production of future electric vehicle components

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General Motors said it will invest $325 million in tools and equipment at its at Warren (Michigan) Transmission plant to support production of future electric vehicle components. million square-foot plant, equivalent to the area of 15 city blocks, produced more than 338,000 transmissions in 2010.

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