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Buick commits to all-electric portfolio by end of decade; unveils Wildcat EV concept

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Buick is committing to an all-electric portfolio by the end of the decade. In support of General Motors’ vision of a zero-emissions, all-electric future, Buick will bring its first electric vehicle to market for North America in 2024. Buick’s future EV products will carry the Electra name, drawing inspiration from the brand’s history.

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Buick Dealerships Taking Buyouts, EV Sales Program Rejected By 47 Percent

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Buick reportedly spent 2023 closing a lot of dealerships. Sales and service departments are also supposed to get additional training to better understand how to deal with EVs. Ford encountered a similar situation with its EV sales program and has been forced to adjust the terms several times , walking back requirements.

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Buick to introduce its first Ultium-based EV in China; GM to launch 15 Ultium-based EVs in China by 2025

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Buick will introduce its first electric vehicle in China developed on GM’s Ultium platform later this year. Buick’s new EV models will be accompanied by the introduction of new sales and marketing services. Buick has been introducing a family of new energy vehicles under the VELITE nameplate over the past five years.

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Buick Teases Next Enclave

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The tri-shield brand continues to push forth into that good night, bragging about sales increases in this country whilst showing off a shadowy image of what is said to be the next three-row Enclave. Other comparable vehicles include the Toyota Highlander (169,543 sales in 2023) and Honda Pilot (110,298 sales).&

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Global debut of Buick Enspire electric concept SUV in China; GM China sales up 2% in February, Buick up 4%

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GM’s Buick brand will stage the global debut of the Enspire, its new all-electric concept SUV, at Buick Brand Night on 17 April in Wuzhen, Zhejiang. Buick Enspire all-electric concept SUV teaser. Buick has sold more than 9 million vehicles in China since its introduction by SAIC-GM in 1998. GM China sales in February.

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Buick to introduce 2021 GL6 MPV in China with 48V MHEV technology and enhanced connectivity

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Buick will introduce the 2021 GL6 to strengthen its lineup in China’s midsize MPV segment. It will officially go on sale on 19 November. It also has a refined interior and offers an elevated connected experience through a pioneering widescreen cockpit and Buick eConnect 3.0 The 2021 GL6 incorporates the latest Buick eConnect 3.0

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Junkyard Find: 1993 Buick Roadmaster Limited Sedan

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In 1931, Buick introduced the world to its first big sedan with an eight-cylinder engine (which wasn't a V8 but did have overhead valves ) driving the rear wheels. It seemed that such cars would always be available in Buick showrooms, but it turned out that the very last ones were the 1992-1996 Roadmasters.

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