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GM to Expand Brake Override Software Globally by 2012; Volt at Launch

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Also known as brake override, the change involves modifying existing electronic controls to reduce power to the engine in cases where the brake and accelerator pedal are being depressed at the same time. For electrics/hybrids, brake override operates on the same principle as an internal combustion engine. Tags: Brief.

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Opinion: 4 Things You Should Think About Before Buying a Sports Car

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Each brand is unique and comes with different price tags. Check and confirm if you can afford your car’s insurance premiums and maintenance fees for the high-performance engine. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 Coupe. Road Test: 2019 Chevrolet Camaro SS Coupe. Brand, Age and Model of the Car.

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GM to expand brake override system

Green Cars News

General Motors’ hybrid cars, including the Chevrolet Volt, will soon benefit from an enhanced smart pedal technology. Known as brake override, it modifies existing electronic controls in an effort to reduce the power to the engine when the brake and accelerator are depressed at the same time.

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GM Files Voluntary Chapter 11; Agreements with US Treasury and Canada; New GM Expected in 60-90 Days

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Livonia Engine, Mich. previously announced The New GM will: Focus on four core brands in the US—Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC—with fewer nameplates and a more competitive level of marketing support per brand. Tags: Market Background Policy Vehicle Manufacturers. Close: Jul 2009. Grand Rapids, Mich. Close: Jun 2009*.

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GMs Expanding Gasoline Direct Injection Engine Portfolio

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The 2010 Terrain will feature a choice of two new direct injection engines. The newly introduced GMC Terrain ( earlier post ) became the latest GM North American model that will feature a fuel-efficient gasoline direct injection (DI) engine in 2010. The MY 2009 engines include three 2.0-liter V-6 (LF1) direct injection engines.

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Delphis Plastic Case Radio Design Wins Society of Plastics Engineers Innovation Award

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The competition, conducted by the automotive division of the Society of Plastics Engineers International, honors the most innovative use of plastics in automotive applications. In addition, the application is the auto industry’s first to provide multi-color illumination from a single LED light engine. Body Interior. Powertrain.

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

Alpha Ace Coupe – imagine a full-sized Aussie Racing Car but with an electric motor instead of a bike engine. Aston Martin Valhalla – AMG V8 engine heavily tweaked by Aston Martin topped off with two electric motors. V12 engine meets electric power for F1 pace. Chery has big plans for Australia.