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APRIL 2, 2018

Buick will add two new models to its China portfolio—the VELITE 6 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) and VELITE 6 battery-electric vehicle (BEV)—to tap into the fast-growing domestic demand for new energy vehicles. They are based on the VELITE Concept new energy vehicle that was unveiled in November 2016.

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NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Buick’s plug-in hybrid Velite Concept will make its global debut at the Guangzhou auto show, which opens on November 18. The Velite Concept will provide a template for upcoming models being launched under the Buick Blue new energy vehicle strategy. Earlier post.)

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APRIL 18, 2016

The all-new Buick LaCrosse Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) made its global debut at the 2016 Buick Day event in Shanghai, where the award-winning Buick Avista concept was also shown for the first time in China. Both models will be appearing on the Buick stand at Auto China 2016 in Beijing, which begins on 25 April.

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MARCH 24, 2017

Buick announced that it will shortly launch the Velite 5, its first extended range electric vehicle (EREV), in China. This supports its hybrid-exclusive 1.5L In EREV mode, the model can deliver a total driving range of more than 750 km (466 miles). seconds to accelerate from 0-100 km/h.

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JANUARY 12, 2010

The XTS Platinum Concept. Cadillac unveiled the XTS Platinum Concept at the 2010 North American International Auto Show, suggesting a new paradigm for its future luxury sedans. The concept, which showcases Cadillac’s emerging top-of-the-line Platinum series of models, is powered by a 3.6L Click to enlarge.

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JANUARY 15, 2013

Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. 2014 Cadillac ELR Click to enlarge. Earlier post.) Sales start early in 2014 in North America, expanding to global markets including China and Europe.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2012

GM’s global strategy is to provide consumers a variety of choices through a range of vehicles with electrified powertrains. Its strategy includes: Mild hybrid technology such as the eAssist system, which can improve fuel efficiency in anything from small cars to full-size cars and luxury sedans. concept in the Tianjin Eco-City.

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