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Ultrasonic welding in the battery pack for the Cadillac ELR

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kWh battery pack in the new Cadillac ELR extended-range electric luxury coupe that goes on sale in North America in early 2014 ( earlier post ). The battery-specific welding process is a result of collaboration among GM’s Manufacturing Systems Research Lab, Advanced Propulsion Center, and Brownstown Battery Assembly plant near Detroit.

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GM Quantifies CO2 and Fuel Consumption Reductions Via E-REVs And PHEVs, As Compared To Conventional Hybrids

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FCEV” refers to all fuel cell vehicles, including E-REVs and fuel cell hybrids. General Motors has released a white paper that evaluates the CO 2 reduction potential of extended-range electric vehicles (E-REVs) as well as plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), in combination with multiple vehicle charging scenarios, as compared to conventional hybrids.

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GM says its new Chevy Bolt EV will save billions with more affordable LFP batteries

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At the Automotive Press Association in Detroit (via Automotive News ), Barra said, “That’s been something that has been really great this year, and that informed the decision that we’ll have that back again in ’25.” We’ve got an established brand,” Jacobson said, referring to the Bolt. Chevy Equinox EV 2LT $43,295 319 mi 17.7″

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GM provides technical details of the Gen 2 Voltec propulsion system used in the 2016 Volt

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The second-generation “Voltec” extended range electric powertrain applied in the MY2016 Chevy Volt ( earlier post ) marks a significant evolution in the electric drive technology platform from its first-generation origins. liter range extender engine. Typical mode selection during extended range operation.

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Chrysler's first electric car to be two-seat sports car - Apr. 15, 2009

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That would be the Dodge Circuit, a car that Chrysler unveiled at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show in January and which is now prominently displayed at the New York Auto Show. Further out, a Fiat-based extended range electric compact SUV - which will also be offered as a gasoline-powered vehicle - is planned for early 2012.

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Perspective: A View Into the New GM

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The Cadillac Converj extended-range electric vehicle Concept uses the Voltec platform. You saw the reaction in the room today, it was astonishment, at how high the number was ” said one senior leader referring to the unveiling press conference and the 230 mpg number. Build better products. Click to enlarge.

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How Carmakers Are Responding to the Plug-In Hybrid Opportunity

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General Motors Chevy Volt series PHEV, which it calls "extended range electric vehicle" (EREV), part of "E-Flex" multi-fuel platform. Detroits horsepower jockey insists the Volt will be his crowning achievement--and his swan song. Detroit Free Press ). Detroit News ). Detroit News ).

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