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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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The facility, which is part of the GM China Advanced Technical Center, is engaged in research on battery technology and lightweight materials. We believe the further development of lithium-ion battery technology is possible through improvements in cell chemistry, cell and pack design, and optimization of thermal management.

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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. Because each combustion event is selected to allow optimal efficiency, DSF reduces fuel and CO 2 , and for diesel applications, NO x emissions.

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

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The XTS Platinum concept’s plug-in hybrid electric propulsion system (PHEV) builds on the experience Cadillac has gained with the Escalade Hybrid and Escalade Platinum Hybrid flagship models (which also feature the two-mode system). GM did not announce any plans to produce the two-mode plug-in Cadillac sedan. Earlier post.).

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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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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 on-board engine will give the Volt a maximum driving range of more than 480 kilometers (298 miles). Earlier post.)

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GM China holds electrification workshop in Shanghai; showcases range of 4 electrified vehicles

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In China, GM and its joint ventures currently offer light electrification technology with the Buick LaCrosse eAssist; full hybrid technology with the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid; extended-range electric vehicle technology with the Chevrolet Volt; and battery-electric vehicle technology with the locally produced Sail SPRINGO EV ( earlier post ).

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