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GM to Debut Two-Mode Plug-in Hybrid Technology in New Buick Crossover in 2011; LG Chem to Supply the Li-ion Cells

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The 8 kWh battery pack for the new 2011 Buick PHEV crossover vehicle is prepared for testing at the General Motors Tech Center in Warren, Michigan. General Motors will debut its two-mode plug-in hybrid technology—originally intended to appear first in a Saturn VUE, prior to that brand’s sale—in a new Buick crossover vehicle in 2011.

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GM cancels Buick hybrid plans

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General Motors (GM) has pulled the plug on plans to introduce in the US a new Buick SUV which would have included a plug-in hybrid version following negative feedback during a showcase to employees, potential customers, dealers, media and analysts. Tags: Hybrid cars Buick GM hybrid plans plug-in. Watch this space.’.

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Buick launches electric SUV Electra E5 in China with competitive pricing

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Image credit: Buick) General Motors' Buick brand has officially launched its first electric model based on the Ultium platform, and competitive pricing makes it one worth watching. The vehicle is a five-seat SUV with a length, width and height of 4,892 mm, 1,905 mm and 1,655 mm, respectively, and a wheelbase of 2,954 mm.

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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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Engine technologies such as SIDI (spark ignition direct injection) and turbocharging, as well as new transmissions such as the S6, will be applied in Buick, Cadillac and Chevrolet products offered by Shanghai GM. The Buick New Regal 2.0L, Buick New Regal 1.6T, Chevrolet New Sail 1.2L liters and 2.5 and Chevrolet Aveo 1.2L

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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The morning session started out with an hour long press conference, the highlight being the unveiling of the Volt’s 230 mpg preliminary EPA city fuel economy finding ( earlier post ), as well as a tour showing selected elements from the studios of the four GM North American brands: Chevrolet, GMC, Buick and Cadillac. Earlier post.).

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What Kind of Cars Do Women Actually Want?

The Truth About Cars

According to S&P Global Mobility, Buick was the brand that had the highest percentage of female customers with a 55-percent share at the start of 2023. Men gravitated toward pickups, larger SUVs, and the occasional muscle cars. Though it was hardly a buffet of information. Both liked crossovers and high-volume Japanese sedans.

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What Kind of Cars Do Women Actually Want?

The Truth About Cars

According to S&P Global Mobility, Buick was the brand that had the highest percentage of female customers with a 55-percent share at the start of 2023. Men gravitated toward pickups, larger SUVs, and the occasional muscle cars. Though it was hardly a buffet of information. Both liked crossovers and high-volume Japanese sedans.