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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Elements of Raser’s current series plug-in hybrid (extended range electric vehicle) drive system. In 2009, FEV showcased a range-extended electric vehicle (ReEV) HUMMER H3 done in cooperation with Raser at the World Congress. In the HUMMER H3, the generator is driven by a GM Ecotec 2.0L Click to enlarge.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2011

General Motors today announced initiatives for customer satisfaction and outlined its steps in battery safety research to ensure ongoing confidence in the safety of Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle. GM has shared the process with NHTSA, and is working to extend the process and technology.

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JUNE 29, 2010

The extended range electric vehicle drive system by Raser Technologies and its development partner FEV is targeted at providing up to 40 miles all-electric range for SUVs and light trucks. The H3 EREV uses a 200 kW Raser Symetron traction motor mated to a 4–speed automatic transmission. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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JANUARY 4, 2013

GM was the US sales leader among the major OEMs for plug-in vehicles in December, and for 2012. GM sold 2,633 units of the Volt extended range electric vehicle in December, up 72.2% For the year, GM posted sales of 23,461 Volts, up 205.8% Overall, total GM deliveries were up 4.9% Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 16, 2012

GM China Advanced Technical Center’s Cell Fabrication Lab in Shanghai recently produced its first batch of battery cells. These systems are expected to be more affordable for GM customers around the world and help GM expand vehicle electrification. —John Du, Director of GM China’s China Science Lab. Earlier post.).

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OCTOBER 25, 2012

GM Korea plans to begin production of the battery-electric Chevrolet Spark minicar in 2013; the vehicle will be sold domestically as well as exported, including to the US. The Spark EV will feature a 85 kW (114 hp) electric motor. The Spark EV will feature a 85 kW (114 hp) electric motor. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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JANUARY 15, 2013

Cadillac unveiled the anticipated 2014 ELR extended range electric (EREV) vehicle (based on the Converj concept, earlier post ) at the North American International Auto Show. The ELR EREV powertrain combines a drive motor (117-135 kW); a generator motor (55 kW) and a 1.4L gasoline-powered range-extender generator.

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2013

General Motors China held an electrification workshop in Shanghai to showcase its new energy vehicles and advanced powertrains. The workshop also highlighted GM China’s long-term vehicle electrification strategy. GM China will hold similar electrification workshops in Beijing and Guangzhou. It consumes 5.2 It consumes 5.2

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NOVEMBER 27, 2012

General Motors is accelerating the development of electrified vehicles in China, Jon Lauckner, GM Chief Technology Officer, vice president of Global Research & Development, and president of GM Ventures, said in a presentation at the FISITA 2012 World Automotive Congress in Beijing. China has made electrification a key strategy.

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JULY 25, 2013

Fletcher is responsible for the Extended Range Electric Vehicle propulsion system in the Chevrolet Volt as well as the propulsion systems in GM’s upcoming line-up of Plug-In Hybrid Elecrtic Vehicles. GM estimates it will save a driver of a larger car about $1,850 a year in fuel. But no focus on “conventional” hybrids.).

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APRIL 8, 2014

In preparation for the next generation of electric vehicles and advanced battery technologies, General Motors will invest $449 million to upgrade manufacturing processes at its Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly and Brownstown Battery Assembly plants. Since 2009, GM has announced more than $5.4 This includes more than $2.8

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AUGUST 14, 2009

General Motors Company will invest $43 million in Brownstown Township, Mich. to manufacture lithium-ion battery packs for the Chevrolet Volt and other extended-range electric vehicles. The plant will be part of a wholly owned subsidiary of General Motors called GM Subsystem Manufacturing LLC. Earlier post.).

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DECEMBER 21, 2011

Bob Lutz, former Vice Chairman of General Motors, will introduce an extended range electric (eREV) Pickup Truck, SUV and Van from VIA Motors, in a press conference at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit on 10 January. —Bob Lutz.

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JULY 12, 2013

Describing its product goals and tracking progress toward its 2020 manufacturing priorities in its 2012 Sustainability Report , General Motors reaffirmed its commitment to further reduce the energy used and the environmental impacts of building and operating an automobile. In 2012, GM invested more than $7.3 Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 16, 2010

While hybrid architectures see a relatively small difference in temperature between the bar wound and wire wound technologies, a full EV application sees a temperature difference of more than 20 °C, according to the GM analysis. Continuous motor duty increases with electrification. Click to enlarge. —Pete Savagian.

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MAY 25, 2011

General Motors is adding two shifts and about 2,500 hourly and salaried jobs at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant to build the new Chevrolet Malibu mid-size sedan and the next-generation Impala large sedan alongside the Chevrolet Volt and Opel Ampera electric cars. Detroit-Hamtramck currently has 1,121 hourly and salaried employees.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

General Electric and General Motors signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate jointly the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in China. General Motors plans to begin selling Volts in China before the end of this year. GM regards electrification as a key global industry trend.

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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 result of shared development with GM Daewoo, LG Chem and LG Electronics, the electric Cruzes will be part of a demo fleet that will operate in South Korea’s capital, Seoul.

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JANUARY 6, 2011

General Motors and Powermat, a provider of wireless charging technology for mobile personal devices, announced a commercial agreement that will eliminate the need for charging cords for personal electronic devices in many future Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac products beginning mid-2012. Chevy Volt Powermat. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 29, 2014

The power electronics and the motors use separate cooling: water for the PE and ol for the motor unit. The drive unit features a large number of changes: new roles for the two motors, two clutches instead of three, and a smaller power electronics unit integrated into the housing among them. (No Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 30, 2009

On 11 August, GM invited approximately 75 journalists and auto analysts to spend a day learning about the new GM. The day was split between a morning session at the GM tech center in Warren and an afternoon session at the GM proving grounds in Milford, MI. GM’s identify in the US starts with its four core brands.

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JANUARY 3, 2011

General Motors is rolling out the Volt In-Field Quality Assessment Program, which will run to the end of June, as General Motors concludes its production plant start-up phase. Exceptions will be made for Volts that have been selected for extended testing at the factory.

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APRIL 19, 2017

The Velite 5, Buick’s first extended-range electric vehicle, made its global debut in Shanghai today. The Velite 5 features GM’s proven EVT electronic controlled intelligent variable transmission. The Velite 5 features GM’s proven EVT electronic controlled intelligent variable transmission. Top: Buick Velite 5.

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AUGUST 25, 2011

General Motors and LG Group will jointly design and engineer future electric vehicles, expanding a relationship built on LG’s work as the battery cell supplier for the Chevrolet Volt and Opel Ampera extended-range EVs. For LG, the arrangement represents a widening of its portfolio as an automotive solution provider.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2013

The linear generator converts the kinetic energy of the piston into electricity and this in turn powers the electric motor. Sample layout of an extended range EV powertrain with FPLG modules. Friedrich (2012) Development of a Free-Piston Linear Generator for use in an Extended-Range Electric Vehicle (EVS 26).

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JANUARY 11, 2011

General Motors is preparing to launch two more extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) and a plug-in hybrid (PHEV), CEO Dan Akerson told reporters on the sidelines of the 2011 Automotive News World Congress. Detroit Free Press.

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NOVEMBER 26, 2012

At the opening of Auto Guangzhou 2012, Shanghai General Motors launched its first localized new energy vehicle, the Sail SPRINGO EV. The vehicle was developed by Shanghai GM and the Pan Asia Technical Automotive Center (PATAC), making it the first production electric vehicle created by a Chinese joint venture. The Sail SPRINGO EV.

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2011

General Motors Chairman and CEO Daniel Akerson participated in the opening of the first phase of the GM China Advanced Technical Center (ATC) in Shanghai. It will leverage China-specific expertise throughout the GM network. GM broke ground for the ATC in July 2010.

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MARCH 23, 2017

Buick will adopt GM’s proven extended-range electric vehicle (EREV) technology, a new-generation of 1.0T/1.3T The pure electric driving mode is prioritized to meet daily user demand for zero emissions and fuel consumption, with the electric driving range surpassing an estimated 100 km (62 miles). 9-speed transmission.

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JUNE 5, 2018

On World Environment Day, General Motors mapped out its electrification path in China. GM is on track to deliver 10 new energy vehicle models in China between 2016 and 2020. From 2021 through 2023, GM will maintain momentum by doubling the number of new energy vehicles available. GM China battery R&D lab.

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OCTOBER 14, 2024

It can drive silently into high-threat zones thanks to its electric drive motors. When more range is needed, the Duramax kicks in.

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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. Photo by Jeffrey Sauger for GM) Click to enlarge. The new five-passenger crossover will build on the success GM has had with the Buick Enclave. Source: GM Click to enlarge.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

Ending what had extended into a longer-than-expected process of deliberation and negotiations, the Board of General Motors announced its support for a bid from the consortium of Magna International Inc. All parties will work hard to close the deal as soon as possible —John Smith, GM Group Vice President Business Development.

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DECEMBER 7, 2009

General Motors will invest $336 million in the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant to begin production of the Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle in 2010. This brings GM’s combined Volt-related investments in Michigan to $700 million, covering eight facilities. engine-generator from Flint.

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APRIL 21, 2010

General Motors Company Chairman and CEO Ed Whitacre announced that GM has made its final payment of $5.8 GM also announced an investment of $257 million at its Fairfax, Kansas, and Detroit Hamtramck assembly centers. The US, Canadian, and Ontario governments, as part of the launch of the new GM, provided loans of $8.4

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APRIL 20, 2009

In Shanghai, General Motors Corp. Group (SAIC) launched SAIC’s Shanghai Brand Fuel Cell Vehicle, powered by GM’s fourth-generation fuel cell propulsion technology. The zero-emission high-tech vehicles will join the Equinox Fuel Cell as part of a fleet of both GM and SAIC vehicles to shuttle VIPs at World Expo 2010 Shanghai.

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DECEMBER 2, 2009

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, GM announced that the Chevrolet Volt extended range electric vehicle will first be available late next year in California, with other lead markets to be named later. GM is working with key utilities across North America to prepare each regional market in advance of the retail market deployment.

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