The Truth About Cars

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

General Motors is gearing up for the release of several new EVs over the next few years, starting with the Chevrolet Equinox EV this fall. We know the SUV is coming to the States in five trims: 1LT, 2LT, 3LT, 2RS, and 3RS, with a range that starts around 250 miles.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 30, 2010

(AMP), a company engaged in the conversion of new vehicles to all-electric powertrains, will debut the upfitted battery electric AMP 2010 GM Chevrolet Equinox at the New York Auto Show, which begins on 2 April. Visitors to the show can test drive the electric 2010 GM Chevrolet Equinox. Tags: Brief. Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

General Motors announced a demonstration project ( earlier post ) to explore market needs and customer acceptance of battery electric vehicles in Korea. The project involves a fleet of electric vehicles based on the Chevrolet Cruze. GM’s EV demo fleet in South Korea will consist of Chevrolet Cruzes and GM Daewoo Lacetti Premieres.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 25, 2023

With General Motors plowing full-speed ahead toward electrification, there are bound to be a few vehicles that don’t make the transition. With the new model, the car will shift to Ultium, though it’s unclear if the EUV will tag along for the ride.& & [Image: Chevrolet] Become a& TTAC insider.

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Current EV

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

By John Coulter, CURRENT EV CMO In its new Prime, Toyota offers a RAV4 green version that employs a hybrid drivetrain relying on a gas engine and electric motors that draw power from a plug and regenerative braking. Its 42-mile EV range, its 600-mile total range and relatively low price tag have made the PHEV an instant smash hit.

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Green Car Congress

JULY 14, 2010

General Motors has finalized the production process for its Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans, allowing the company to deliver fleet customers complete vehicles with a fully integrated and dedicated CNG fuel system starting this fall. Tags: Brief. Earlier post.).

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EV Life

JUNE 8, 2023

Like their electric car cousins, all-electric SUVs have come a long way—batteries have evolved to increase range and improve performance, new motors are providing impressive torque and towing capabilities, and prices have come down to make options more affordable, making these SUVs some of the most attractive sport utility options out there.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 25, 2010

AMP ), a company engaged in the conversion of new vehicles to full battery-electric drive, unveiled its latest all-electric conversion platform, the GM Chevrolet Equinox. With its 37 kWh Li-ion pack, range is 150 miles (241 km). signed a letter of intent for a potential long-term electric motor supply agreement. Earlier post.).

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Teslarati

APRIL 20, 2021

The Chevrolet Bolt EV won U.S. However, the 259-mile range on a full charge is where U.S. ” The range rating, combined with the $36,500 price tag before possible incentives, makes it “one of the best figures among affordable electric vehicles.” News says the Bolt “really shines.” News writes.

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

In February, AMP introduced its first SUV all-electric conversion platform, the GM Chevrolet Equinox. The “AMP’d” Equinox is an up-fitted GM Chevrolet Equinox that will reach a top speed of 90 mph (145 km/h), and will accelerate from zero to 60 miles per hour in approximately eight seconds. Earlier post.). Earlier post.).

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 18, 2010

General Motors Co. The system is half the size, 220 pounds lighter and uses about a third of the platinum of the system in the Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell electric vehicles used in Project Driveway, the world’s largest market test and demonstration fleet of fuel cell electric vehicles that began in late 2007 and has amassed nearly 1.3

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 16, 2024

Down from $492, with a regular price tag of $594, this $95 discount – $197 from its MSRP – is the first price cut we’ve seen to kick off the new year. This is $699 off the usual $2,199 price tag. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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The Truth About Cars

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Taking over the American Motors Corporation in 1979 allowed Renault to sell Kenosha-built Alliances and Encores here (and to create the XJ Jeep Cherokee and very influential Eagle Premier ), but the Dauphine climbed higher in the car-sales charts than any other Renault model to reach our shores. Up to 40 miles to the gallon of gas.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 18, 2010

GM will offer Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) powered versions of the Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana full-size vans to fleet and commercial customers beginning later this year. Tags: Brief. Leveraging the same Vortec 6.0L Leveraging the same Vortec 6.0L

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Green Car Congress

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

NLE will have exclusive distribution rights for the NXR, the new model premiered by Reva at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, and consequent follow-up models, such as the sports coupé NXG, which will be launched in 2011. Top speed is 104 km/h (65 mph) with a range of 160 km (99 miles) per charge. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Clean Fleet Report

APRIL 8, 2022

With 1,000 horsepower and a GMC estimate of 11,500 pound-feet of torque coming through three motors to drive all four wheels, the Hummer EV is trying to make a statement even before you get behind the wheel. We then spent 100 miles on the freeway, and a couple hours on technical off-road trails in the desert. Unique Interior.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 19, 2010

GSA director of Motor Vehicle Management Bill Toth noted, however, that each Fusion hybrid costs $11,214 more than the fleet’s “non-hybrid alternative” sedan, a 2010 Chrysler Avenger. Tags: Fleets Hybrids Policy. It’s tough to make that jump. DOE paid for the additional cost of leasing hybrid vehicles.

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Clean Fleet Report

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Chevrolet Bolt 22,799. The roomy Model S luxury sedan now starts at about $90,000 with a 100 kWh battery pack and all-wheel drive, offering 405 miles of range. The only upgrade is the Plaid version that features even faster acceleration from three motors, producing sub-two second 0-60 runs. Tesla Model 3 80,681.

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Green Car Congress

AUGUST 6, 2009

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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EV Life

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Chevrolet has taken the electric vehicle market by storm with a number of different EV offerings. Enter the Chevrolet Equinox EV, a crossover unlike any other. Chevrolet Blazer Performance Chevy has yet to disclose specific performance details for all trim levels of the new Blazer EV, so some results may vary.

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Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Opel will unveil the Flextreme GT/E mid-size concept car at the 80 th Geneva Motor Show (4-14 March). Tags: Electric (Battery) Europe Hybrids Plug-ins. Earlier post.). Average gasoline fuel consumption is estimated at 1.6 L/100 km (147 mpg US), with CO 2 emissions of less than 40 g/km.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 3, 2009

Like the Volt, they are shooting for a 300 mile range with the first 40 miles all electric. Looks like most of the battery EV makers are shooting for a 100-150 mile range, with Tesla shooting for over 200. The PHEV people are aiming at the 40 mile all electric range. Source: Motor Trend WOT , Financial Times ].

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 13, 2010

The Revenge team filmed a historic meeting in Detroit today — getting GM Vice President and Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk together on camera for the first time. s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid. s and a prime mover behind the development of the Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

JANUARY 11, 2010

Detroit — It’s official: the Cadillac Converj will be the second extended-range electric vehicle that General Motors Co. will sell after the Chevrolet Volt. Tags: Production News Cadillac Converj gm. Lutz: GM to make Cadillac Converj electric car. ALISA PRIDDLE. The Detroit News.

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Revenge of the Electric Car

DECEMBER 28, 2009

General Motors will invest $336m in a Detroit-area assembly plant, bringing to $700m total investment in eight Michigan facilities to begin mass production of the rechargeable Chevrolet Volt electric car in late 2010. Tags: Production News Detroit GM Chevy Volt. GM to invest $700m in Volt rechargeable electric car.

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Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

The beleaguered automotive industry in the United States has taken its fair share of knocks over the last 12 months but none were more shocking than when one of the oldest and most well-respected brands in motoring – General Motors (GM) – slipped into bankruptcy earlier this year. How GM hopes to recover. Faye Sunderland.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 11, 2010

General Motors and Hawaii’s The Gas Company (TGC), the state’s major gas energy provider, are collaborating on a hydrogen infrastructure project. Based on what we know today ,” said Kissel, “ we believe that the cost of the fuel will be comparable to gasoline on a per mile driven basis. Click to enlarge. TGC H 2 Production.

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Green Car Congress

DECEMBER 15, 2009

The report considers two PHEV configurations: 10-mile all electric range (PHEV-10) and 40-mile all-electric range (PHEV-40). The other vehicle, the PHEV-40, is similar to the Chevrolet Volt ( earlier post ). It has a 40-mile electric range, a larger electric motor, and a much larger battery than the PHEV-10.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

To compete with established models such as the Ford Focus, Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla, a vehicle better have a lot to offer – and that’s a billing that General Motors is hoping the Chevrolet Cruze can live up to. turbo, the Cruze has a cruising range of more than 500 miles. Indeed with the Ecotec 1.4l

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 18, 2009

The Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle and its battery pack are both converging on the beginning of the product and process validation stage of General Motors’ development process, which is scheduled to start in February, 2010.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

The Chevrolet Volt isn’t the only range extended car on its way – now Capstone Turbine Corporation will introduce its own prototype at the LA Auto Show. The prototype is based on a Factory Five Racing GTM body and can accelerate from 0-60mph in 3.9

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Green Car Congress

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The Volt drive unit combines two motors and three clutches to deliver four distinct operating modes to maximize efficiency and provide a seamless driving experience. Mechanical losses such as friction and windage dictate that the efficiency of an electric motor declines somewhat as motor speed increases. Click to enlarge.

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Plug In Partners

AUGUST 30, 2007

23, 2007 -- General Motors Corp. The car, expected to run 40 miles without recharging, will cost less than $30,000. That would make the Volt its best selling high mileage car behind the Chevrolet Aveo. Its full range is about 640 miles on a tank of gasoline, about double the range of a typical car or truck.

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Charged EVs

MAY 19, 2021

If it were a person, you might almost feel sorry for the 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV, which was launched in February. That’s substantially lower than the price tag of last year’s Bolt EV, and the updated smaller Bolt itself is going to drop more than $5,000, to come in at a starting price of $32,000. New role: value pricing.

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 6, 2009

According to Tom Stephens, GM vice chairman of product development, the vehicle is capable of electric only propulsion for more than 10 miles at low speeds. It will use the same technology that will debut in the Chevrolet Volt extended range vehicle in late 2010.

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Green Cars News

NOVEMBER 12, 2009

It will have exclusive distribution rights for the NXR model, which was premiered by REVA at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September, as well as follow-up models including the coupe NXG which is scheduled to be launched in 2011. It has a top speed of 65mph and a range of 99 miles per charge.

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Plug In Partners

MAY 20, 2008

by ’10 By BILL VLASIC Published: May 13, 2008 DETROIT — The Nissan Motor Company plans to sell an electric car in the United States and Japan by 2010, raising the stakes in the race to develop environmentally friendly vehicles. The Chevrolet Volt is the sexiest green car in GM's arsenal. Tags: manufacturers. Toyota ( TM ).

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