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AUGUST 15, 2017

The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox offers an EPA-certified 39 mpg (6.03 l/100 km) on the highway (FWD model) with the available 1.6L GM expects that number to top the segment in highway fuel economy, with greater highway mileage than the 2017 Toyota RAV4 hybrid (30 mpg) and Nissan Rogue hybrid (35 mpg FWD). Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 18, 2017

General Motors is expanding its portfolio of B20-capable vehicles to include cars and crossovers, and will field the industry’s most expansive lineup of diesel-powered vehicles in 2017, John Schwegman, director of commercial product and medium duty for GM Fleet, announced at the National Biodiesel Conference. GM Fleet ’s Biodiesel Options.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

The Envision is available for the first time with GM’s new nine-speed Hydra-Matic transmission, which has applied more than 60 GM patented technologies. Buick has sold more than 9 million vehicles in China since its introduction by SAIC-GM in 1998. SIDI direct injection turbocharged engine. liters/100 km (35.6

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APRIL 1, 2013

EcoTec3 V-8 engine ( earlier post ) equipped with direct injection, cylinder deactivation (AFM) and variable valve timing to achieve EPA estimates of 16 mpg city (14.7 l/100 km) with two-wheel drive or 16/22 mpg (14.7/10.7 Source: GM, Ford, Model Year 2013 EPA Fuel Economy Guide. l/100 km) and 23 highway (10.2 Fuel economy.

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NOVEMBER 11, 2010

The non-hybrid 2011 Chevrolet Cruze Eco delivers an EPA-estimated 42 mpg on the highway (manual transmission models), with city fuel economy of 28 mpg. Cruze’s engineers focused on aerodynamic performance (with some improvements derivative of GM’s work with the Volt), mass optimization and powertrain enhancements.

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DECEMBER 19, 2014

Shanghai GM launched the Chevrolet Sail 3 in Chengdu; the third-generation Sail had been unveiled last month at the Guangzhou Motor Show. engines are available. Shanghai GM and Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC) engineers developed the Sail 3. Five variants of the new family car with a choice of new 1.3L

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DECEMBER 30, 2016

SAIC-GM has officially launched the newest member of the Cadillac CT6 American luxury sedan family—the CT6 Plug-In ( earlier post )—in China. It is available in two variants priced at RMB 558,800 (US$80,400) and RMB 658,800 (US$94,700). L/100 km (138 mpg US)—the best in its segment. SIDI turbocharged engine.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

At an evening event at its N Hollywood Advanced Design Center on the eve of the LA Auto Show press days, GM introduced the Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept, a design study exploring a new type of vehicle that offers a luxury experience in a diminutive size. The Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2012

GM is continuing the deployment of the eAssist light electrification system ( earlier post ) as a standard across its platforms. Both the Regal Turbo and Regal GS models will remain available. The Regal with eAssist achieves an EPA-estimated 36 highway mpg (6.5 base model. The Chevrolet Volt is also a finalist.).

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JUNE 17, 2015

GM will premiere the new 1.4 The four-cylinder turbocharged unit with central direct fuel injection will be available in two outputs, 92 kW/125 hp and 110 kW/150 hp. ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo with central direct fuel injection will be available in the new Opel Astra in two outputs, 92 kW/125 hp and 107 kW/150 hp.

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AUGUST 30, 2009

On 11 August, GM invited approximately 75 journalists and auto analysts to spend a day learning about the new GM. The day was split between a morning session at the GM tech center in Warren and an afternoon session at the GM proving grounds in Milford, MI. GM’s identify in the US starts with its four core brands.

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AUGUST 17, 2011

GM engineers have removed more than 60 counts—a count is 0.001 coefficient of drag—of wind drag from the 2013 Malibu as a result of the new Malibu’s shape and fine-tuning of the car’s exterior design. It is available in LS, LT, ECO and LTZ models in North America. These aerodynamic improvements give customers up to 2.5

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FEBRUARY 8, 2013

With the new 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Clean Turbo Diesel ( earlier post ) now part of its North American lineup, GM is initially looking to the pool of diesel enthusiasts for its first buyers, said James Bell, GM’s Head of Consumer Affairs. GM, said Bell, isn’t planning any large consumer education campaign around the benefits of diesel.

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APRIL 2, 2015

It offers greater efficiency and refinement, along with new, available safety and connectivity features. A five-speed manual transmission or dual-range continuously variable transmission are available with the new 1.4L. GM estimates that Spark with the CVT will deliver 40 mpg (5.88 l/100 km) highway. Enhanced safety.

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JANUARY 12, 2010

Shanghai GM today introduced the Chevrolet New Sail sedan, the first passenger car created in China by a Sino-foreign joint venture. The new small car was developed by Shanghai GM and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), both GM-SAIC joint ventures. The New Sail is available with a choice of 1.2-liter

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APRIL 18, 2016

The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 The 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid ( earlier post ) is EPA-rated at 46 mpg (5.11 At the 2016 SAE World Congress, GM engineers presented a paper describing the development of the new hybrid powertrain for the popular mid-size sedan.

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AUGUST 11, 2011

GM has expanded the offering of ecoFLEX technologies throughout the Opel passenger car portfolio, resulting in reduced fuel consumption and emissions, along with some gains in output and torque. CDTI engine is available in two output levels: 81 kW/110 hp and 96 kW/130 hp with maximum torque of 280 and 300 N·m respectively.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2009

GM is revealing the 2011 Buick Regal sport sedan to customers in the Los Angeles area today. The Regal CXL includes the following as standard or available equipment: Standard 2.4L Available 2.0L Ecotec turbocharged and direct injected engine rated at an estimated 220 horsepower (164 kW) – available late-summer 2010.

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JUNE 21, 2017

An all-new, mass-efficient body structure is at the center of the Equinox’s trimmer curb weight and helps make the most of the available turbo engine options. turbo engine option is available in dealers now, while the 2.0L diesel model offers a GM-estimated 40 mpg highway fuel efficiency. Ride and handling. turbo and 2.0L

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SEPTEMBER 23, 2016

turbo offers a GM-estimated 31 mpg highway (FWD). It is GM-estimated at 170 hp (127 kW) and is part of GM’s family of Ecotec small-displacement engines, featuring direct injection. The available 2.0L It also offers a GM-estimated 28 mpg on the highway (FWD). The 2018 Equinox’s 1.5L

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JUNE 13, 2012

More than 90% of the Verano Turbo’s peak torque—more than 234 lb-ft—is available between 1700 to 5500 rpm. Its closest competitor, the 2013 Acura ILX 2.4L, offers a peak of 170 lb-ft of torque, according to GM. seconds; it achieves an EPA-estimated 21 mpg city and 32 mpg on the highway (11.2

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APRIL 4, 2012

four-cylinder with eAssist, GM’s light electrification system that is also featured in the Chevrolet Malibu ( earlier post ), as well as in the Buick line-up ( earlier post , earlier post ). It is estimated at 182 horsepower (134 kW) and is expected to achieve 35 mpg US (6.7 V-6, new 2.5L four-cylinder and a 2.4L The Ecotec 2.5L

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APRIL 5, 2009

GM will introduce its new 2010 GMC Terrain at the New York International Auto Show (NYIAS) this week. The five-passenger crossover SUV, which shares the Theta chassis with the Chevrolet Equinox, offers estimated highway fuel economy of 30 mpg (7.8 City fuel economy is estimated to be 21 mpg US (11.2 Also available will be a 3.0L

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JUNE 13, 2010

Shanghai GM has outlined the next phase of its “Drive to Green” product strategy—launched in 2008 ( earlier post )—for 2011-2015. The joint venture between GM and SAIC intends to reduce fuel consumption and CO 2 emissions by 15% while improving performance 14% by 2015. liter SX versions currently available. Advanced Powertrains.

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JANUARY 14, 2013

GM staged the debut of the all-new, 7 th generation Chevrolet Corvette Stingray on the eve of the Detroit Auto Show. The Stingray accelerates from 0-60 in less than four seconds and achieve more than 1g in cornering grip; it is also expected to be the most fuel-efficient Corvette, exceeding the EPA-estimated 26 mpg (9.05

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JUNE 1, 2009

reached agreements with the US Treasury and the governments of Canada and Ontario for the creation of a smaller, self-sustaining “New GM”. Pending approvals, the New GM is expected to launch in about 60 to 90 days as a separate and independent company from the current GM. GM Manufacturing Plans. General Motors Corp.

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APRIL 1, 2015

The Malibu Hybrid will offer an estimated combined fuel economy rating exceeding 45 mpg (5.22 turbo engine option, Malibu is projected to offer 37 mpg (6.35 turbo employs the stop/start technology introduced on the 2014 Malibu, which enhances efficiency in stop-and-go driving, contributing to a GM-estimated 27 mpg (8.7

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MARCH 26, 2011

The vans get gasoline-equivalent fuel economy of 11 mpg city and 16 mpg highway. The CNG option is available for order on Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana 2500 and 3500 Cargo vans. Chevrolet Express/GMC Savana CNG storage tanks. Click to enlarge. Fuel tank capacity ranges from 15.8 to 23 gasoline-equivalent gallons.

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AUGUST 6, 2009

Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for GM) Click to enlarge. Tom Stephens, GM vice chairman of product development, made the announcement during the Management Briefing Seminars in Traverse City, Michigan. The new five-passenger crossover will build on the success GM has had with the Buick Enclave. Source: GM Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 11, 2012

In February, one in four LaCrosse buyers chose the standard eAssist model, according to GM. In California, the take-rate for the 36 mpg US highway sedan reached 31%. It is currently available on that vehicle as a stand-alone option. Earlier post.) eAssist replaced a conventional 2.4L

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JANUARY 19, 2016

Available at the end of 2015 to both fleet and retail customers in either LS or LT trims, the bi-fuel Impala features a dedicated version of the standard 3.6L EPA figures put combined fuel economy in gasoline mode at 20 mpg combined (17 mpg city/25 mpg highway), and 19 mpg combined (16 mpg city/24 mpg highway) with natural gas.

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JANUARY 6, 2016

While battery-electric vehicles, super-light carbon fiber composites, and hydrogen fuel cells will all be available, a new report from Lux Research has concluded that micro-hybrids will provide the most economical route—$1,700 additional average vehicle cost—to meet aggressive fuel efficiency targets in 2025: 54.5

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JUNE 18, 2015

The 3,100 lb (1,406 kg) Malibu has the mid-size segment’s lightest base curb weight, and also offers an estimated 37 mpg (6.35 The hybrid model offers an estimated 48 mpg (4.9 37 mpg (GM est.). 34 mpg (MT). The Malibu’s available leather seats are collectively 40.6 l/100 km) highway for the 1.5L pounds (0.8

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NOVEMBER 29, 2012

—Bill Fay – Toyota Division Group VP & GM, Toyota Motor Sales USA. RAV4 front-wheel-drive models have received EPA-estimated fuel efficiency ratings of 24 mpg city/31 highway (9.8 l/100km, respectively), while all-wheel-drive models are EPA-estimated at 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway (10.7 l/100km, respectively).

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JULY 23, 2014

liter, 4-cylinder base engine (LKW) equipped with standard stop/start technology, according to GM. All contribute to EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings of 25 mpg (9.4 l/100 km) in city driving and 36 mpg (6.5 The 2015 Impala is available for sale now. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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NOVEMBER 30, 2009

The Sierra and Silverado are EPA estimated at 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway—better than the less powerful 2010 trucks from Ford and Toyota, GM points out. V-8 EPA estimates 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway. V-8 EPA estimates are 14 mpg city and 20 mpg highway.). Toyota Tundra 4.6L

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