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GM Defense to develop battery pack prototype for Department of Defense

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GM’s Ultium Platform is a combined electric vehicle (EV) battery architecture and propulsion system that can deliver power, range, and scale beyond any previous GM hybrid or extended range EV technology.

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Cadillac Unveils Plug-in Two-Mode Hybrid XTS Platinum Concept

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V-6 Direct Injection gasoline engine paired with a plug-in two-mode hybrid system. The XTS Platinum concept’s plug-in hybrid electric propulsion system (PHEV) builds on the experience Cadillac has gained with the Escalade Hybrid and Escalade Platinum Hybrid flagship models (which also feature the two-mode system).

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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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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. In early testing, the plug-in hybrid is capable of electric-only propulsion for more than 10 miles at low speeds. Glimpse of the new crossover.

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How Do Trailers Affect EV Range?

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According to Kelly Blue Book, the following popular vehicles can easily pull a trailer: Published towing capabilities are: GMC Hummer EV : 7,500 pounds. Some vehicles have extended-range options that carry higher weights than the standard model for a higher price. Plan your route with updated range info.

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GM enters commercial agreement with and invests in Powermat, a personal device inductive charging company

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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.

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New GM expected within 90 days

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The new company will focus on four core brands in the USA - Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick and GMC and will feature fewer nameplates. GM also wants to improve the fuel efficiency of its vehicle fleet and will launch the Chevrolet Volt extended range vehicle in 2010. Its dealers will be cut from the current level of 5,969 to 3,600.

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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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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. The Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain, midsize crossovers with highway fuel economy of 32 mpg. Jacksonville, Fla. Close: 31 Dec 2009. The Chevy Volt.

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