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GM adds 9-speed auto to 2018 Buick Envision for China

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Buick launched the 2018 Buick Envision in China with a new nine-speed transmission, updated design and enhanced connectivity. Like Buick’s new Regal and 2018 LaCrosse introduced earlier this year, the 2018 Envision features Buick eMotion Intelligent Drive Technology. The Envision originally went on sale in China in October 2014.

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Buick debuts V2X technology in China; first V2X vehicle to roll out by year end

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In August at Tech Day in Shanghai, GM announced that in 2022, 5G will be available on all new Cadillac models and most Chevrolet and Buick vehicles going forward. It is also an initial demonstration following China’s first V2X application layer industry standard that was co-authored by GM and published in 2017.

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New GM 10-speed auto for Camaro ZL1 shifts quicker than DCT; to be applied in 8 other models by 2018

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With faster upshifts than a dual-clutch transmission (DCT) and a wider overall gear ratio spread to optimize performance and efficiency, the all-new available GM Hydra-Matic 10-speed automatic transmission sets a new performance standard in the 2017 Camaro ZL1. GM-developed controller. GM control system. Earlier post.).

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GM sold more than 1M crossovers in US in 2019, more than 1M full-size trucks

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compared to 2018, and more than 1 million full-size pickup trucks and SUVs. Fourth quarter North American wholesales declined an estimated 25% year over year, due to the 40 day United Auto Workers work stoppage. GM had its best year ever for crossovers, achieving yearly records in the compact, small and small luxury segments.

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China’s largest carmaker to cut thousands of jobs at its joint ventures with GM and Volkswagen

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The total number accounts for 30% of employees at SAIC-GM, 10% at SAIC Volkswagen, and more than 50% at its Rising Auto EV subsidiary, two unnamed sources told Reuters. SAIC-GM makes Chevrolets, Buicks, and Cadillacs. Tesla set up its wholly own entity in China in 2018 in Shanghai, where it produces its biggest global output.

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Chevrolet introduces 2018 Equinox SUV with turbo diesel option in N. America

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Chevrolet has introduced the all-new 2018 Equinox compact SUV with a choice of three turbocharged engines—including the segment’s first turbo-diesel in North America. turbo—matched with GM’s new nine-speed automatic transmission—and a 1.6L The 2018 Equinox’s 1.5L The choices are a 1.5L turbo, a 2.0L

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Steve Carlisle retires; Rory Harvey named GM North The usa president

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Ahead of taking up as head of GM North The usa, Carlisle led Cadillac and GM Canada, amongst alternative senior management roles. Harvey, 55, turned into vice chairman of Cadillac North The usa gross sales, carrier and advertising and marketing in March 2018. He additionally has held management roles with GM Canada and Cadillac.

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