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GM adding Plug and Charge

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GM is expanding its existing collaboration with EVgo to add a new Plug and Charge service to the Ultium Charge 360 ecosystem. GM is the first OEM to introduce a Plug and Charge feature to the company’s existing and future EVs that is designed to work on multiple, public networks in North America.

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GM reveals 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV

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With a starting price of around $30,000 on the 1LT base trim, the Equinox EV plugs Chevrolet into the critical compact SUV segment; GM says it expects the EV to be the most affordable EV in its class. Equinox EV will also be available with up to an available GM-estimated 300 miles of range on a full charge. For charging, 11.5

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GM launches GM Energy business unit with Ultium Home, Ultium Commercial

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General Motors introduced Ultium Home and Ultium Commercial, which in combination with the existing Ultium Charge 360, create an ecosystem of energy management products and services that will be housed under a new business unit called GM Energy.

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GM advances Dealer Community Charging Program

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GM marked the official launch of its Dealer Community Charging Program with the installation of the first community charging stations in Wisconsin and Michigan. Since the program was announced in late 2021, nearly 1,000 GM dealers have enrolled—representing almost a quarter of all GM dealers in North America.

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GM Defense to develop battery pack prototype for Department of Defense

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GM Defense, a subsidiary of General Motors, was selected by the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to develop a battery pack prototype for testing and analysis on Department of Defense platforms. GM’s HUMMER EV Ultium battery pack. —Steve duMont, president of GM Defense.

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GM investing $650M in Lithium Americas; offtake agreement from Thacker Pass

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Under the agreement, GM will make a $650-million equity investment in Lithium Americas, which represents the largest-yet investment by an automaker to produce battery raw materials. Lithium carbonate from Thacker Pass will be used in GM’s proprietary Ultium battery cells. Tranche 1: GM to purchase 15.0 Earlier post.)

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GM opens broad application of EV component sets

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This approach will enable GM to expand its reach to a larger, more diverse group of commercial customers, helping organizations meet the growing demand for zero-emissions technology while achieving their own sustainability targets. —Travis Hester, GM vice president of Electric Vehicle Growth Operations. a Textron Inc.

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GM and Red Hat to collaborate on software-defined vehicles at the edge

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The companies expect to expand an ecosystem of innovation around the Red Hat In-Vehicle Operating System, which provides a functional-safety certified Linux operating system foundation intended for the ongoing evolution of GM’s Ultifi software platform ( earlier post ). GM engineer demonstrates Ultifi test bench to Red Hat executive.

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GM takes 25% stake in Pure Watercraft to accelerate all-electric boating

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GM has acquired a 25% ownership stake in Pure Watercraft , a Seattle-based company that specializes in creating all-electric boating solutions. The Pure Outboard system includes a 25kW electric outboard motor with power tilt/trim (112 lbs); one or more 8.85

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GM expands EV first responder training efforts in US and Canada

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GM is expanding its efforts to educate public safety, fire and emergency service providers throughout the United States and Canada as EV sales grow. GM’s training includes guidance on doing this more sparingly to keep battery management systems active.

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GM expanding into new commercial applications for its HYDROTEC fuel cell systems

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GM announced new commercial applications of its HYDROTEC fuel cell technology. —Charlie Freese, GM executive director of the global HYDROTEC business. GM is supplying HYDROTEC fuel cell power cubes to Renewable Innovations of Lindon, Utah to build the Mobile Power Generator. Mobile Power Generator.

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GM Switching To Cylindrical Battery Cells

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GM and LGES have broken off talks about building a fourth US battery factory together after GM decided to switch to 4680 cells in the future.

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Report: GM considering $30,000 small electric pickup

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That’s according to a report Thursday from Automotive News, which claims to have seen the pickup at GM’s “affordable EV design studio” in Warren, Michigan. General Motors is said to be considering adding a compact electric pickup to its lineup, as one of several models that might be priced at less than $30,000.

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GM initiates ‘Voluntary Separation Program’ offering buyouts to employees

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General Motors (GM) initiated a voluntary separation program (VSP), offering buyouts to employees who choose to leave the company. On March 9, 2023, GM initiated the voluntary separation program as part of its cost reduction plans. On March 9, 2023, GM initiated the voluntary separation program as part of its cost reduction plans.

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GM CEO Mary Barra meets with US Senators to discuss autonomous vehicle

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General Motors (GM) CEO Mary Barra held a meeting with two US senators on Thursday. He also noted that the GM CEO discussed the “future of mobility — including autonomous vehicles.” As noted in a Reuters report, the NHSTA opened GM’s petition for public comment last year, but the agency is yet to act on it.

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GM CEO: Flexible on battery cells in EV ramp

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GM has built a strong argument around the idea that one specific battery cell format, co-developed with LG, is a key for the company realizing certain economies of scale as it ramps up EV production. But recent reports have suggested that GM is shopping around, and may be considering a shift to cylindrical cells for some upcoming vehicles.

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$2.5B DOE loan backs GM's Ultium EV plan

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billion federal loan to Ultium Cells LLC, for financing the construction of plants to supply many millions of future GM electric vehicles. The loan will fund the construction of joint-venture GM and LG Energy Solution battery plants in Ohio, Tennessee, and Michigan, and the confirmation.

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Report: GM mulling cylindrical cells for future EVs

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GM has favored pouch cells supplied by South Korean supplier LG Energy Solution, but could switch to the 4680-format cylindrical cells used by.

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ChatGPT could make an appearance on future GM vehicles

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Through its collaboration with Microsoft, General Motors (GM) is exploring the use of ChatGPT in its future vehicles. Like its partner Microsoft, GM believes the AI chatbot could revolutionize how people interact with technology in their everyday lives, including their cars. What do you think of the article?

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GM delays EV production ramp over battery supply

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That move, which comes after GM reported a big increase in gasoline truck. The automaker originally planned to produce 400,000 EVs by the end of 2023, but has now pushed that target back to mid-2024, according to the Wall Street Journal.

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GM dealers are working on Teslas, claims thousands of repairs

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General Motors dealerships have repaired thousands of Tesla electric cars, GM claimed in its annual investor day presentation. First spotted by Barron's, a slide in the presentation simply reads "11,180 repairs on Teslas" without elaboration.

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GM & EVgo’s Plug And Charge Just Works

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While some GM vehicles had the ability to just plug in and charge (with payment details happening automatically behind the scenes), they were now going to roll it out to all EVs. At the time, I wasn’t aware that Autocharge+ wasn’t available to GM’s […].

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GM Dealer Community Charging Program — Nearly 1,000 GM Dealers Enrolled To Date

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Since the official launch of its Dealer Community Charging Program in late 2021, GM has enrolled nearly 1,000 GM dealers in the program, which is almost a quarter of all GM dealers in North America. The first community charging stations have been installed in Wisconsin and Michigan.

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GM compact electric truck, Hertz EV rollout, Nikola mobile hydrogen: Today’s Car News

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And GM is considering a small electric truck. GM is considering the addition of a $30,000 compact electric pickup to its lineup. Hertz has big plans to deploy EVs to U.S. Nikola is making hydrogen refueling mobile. This and more, here at Green Car Reports. The project is reportedly part of a design-based project to examine future.

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GM Keeps Its Promise As Cruise Arrives In Austin

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GM's Robotaxi Service Starts Work in Tesla's Back Yard.

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Report: Chevy not planning dealer buyouts over EVs as GM offered for Buick, Cadillac

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Chevrolet won't follow sibling General Motors brands Buick and Cadillac in offering buyouts to dealerships that don't want to sell electric vehicles, a GM executive said in a recent interview with The Verge.

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GM inks crucial semiconductor deal with GlobalFoundries

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General Motors (GM) has announced today that it has signed an exclusive chip supply deal with GlobalFoundries, which the automaker states is a critical step to produce its upcoming vehicles. Hopefully, America and its domestic brands like GM can serve as a template as the global car market looks to stabilize in the coming year.

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GM aims for rural EV drivers with vast Level 2 charging network

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GM aims to install up to 40,000 Level 2 chargers in the. The automaker this week announced the official launch of its Dealer Community Charging Program with the installation of the first charging stations in Wisconsin and Michigan.

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GM reportedly abandoning JV battery plant with LG

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General Motors (GM) is reportedly abandoning a joint venture battery production facility with Korean battery manufacturer LG Chem. GM has been on a tear over the past year and a half, establishing new battery production locations via its subsidiary joint venture created with LG called Ultium.

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GM bets silicon anode will boost battery range, lower cost

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OneD is developing s silicon anode cell chemistry that could increase battery energy density, enabling more range at lower cost, GM said in a press release. General Motors on Thursday announced a partnership with startup OneD Battery Sciences, regarding the potential development of a more efficient chemistry for EV battery cells.

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GM Gets Into the Energy Business

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The EV revolution isn't about new vehicles, it's about a new kind of energy — and GM is starting to get it!

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GM launches unique EV charging infrastructure program

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GM has launched the “Dealer Community Charging Program” ahead of the launches of numerous EVs from its brands. General Motors (GM) dealers aren’t the most popular crowd. But GM is now leveraging a strength of its dealership network, its vast size. This is where GM’s nationwide reach comes into play.

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GM Adds Buick To Electric Car Lineup In China

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With the new Electra 5, GM banks on Buick brand to add high end SUV sizzle to its electric car sales in China.

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Ioniq 6 beats Model 3, Toyota EV position, GM battery flexibility: Today’s Car News

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GM says it’s flexible on battery format; read into that what you will. Toyota’s change at the top likely doesn’t change its position on EVs. And the Hyundai Ioniq 6 pushes efficiency and range to new heights. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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GM backs standards "eliminating tailpipe pollution" from passenger vehicles by 2035

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In a press release, GM and the EDF asked the EPA to develop emissions standards that require at least 50% of new passenger vehicles sold to be. General Motors and the Environmental Defense Fund earlier this week announced jointly-developed recommendations aimed at making all new passenger vehicles electric by the middle of the next decade.

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GM plans to launch over 15 EV models in China by 2025

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GM's Ultium-equipped plant in Wuhan will go into production by the end of this year. The post GM plans to launch over 15 EV models in China by 2025 appeared first on CnEVPost. For more articles, please visit CnEVPost.

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Tesla Gigafactory boost, Semi and future product, GM batteries: Today’s Car News

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Cylindrical batteries are being considered by GM, according to a report from South Korea. Tesla is ramping up its new battery cells in Nevada for much more than the Semi. And will Tesla tease more about a Robovan, a Model 2, or something completely different in just over a month? This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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GM Plans New EV Startup Business Model For Europe

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GM has named Jaclyn McQuaid to lead its new startup division that will focus on electric cars and trucks in Europe.

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GM Partners With EVgo, Pilot, & Flying J For EV Charging

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In a recent press release, General Motors (GM, or, the new, more friendly and casual lower-case “gm”) announced that it is working with a large chain of truck stops to build a charging network with 2,000 charging stalls at up to 500 locations. In this article, I want to explore what GM is doing and […].

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Ford snags CR crown from GM in driver assistance rankings, Tesla ‘falls behind’ to 7th

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Consumer Reports has released its latest rankings comparing the active driving assistance systems (ADAS) of EV automakers like Ford, GM, Rivian, and of course Tesla. more… The post Ford snags CR crown from GM in driver assistance rankings, Tesla ‘falls behind’ to 7th appeared first on Electrek.

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GM doubles down on Ultium battery production plant investment

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GM and LG will invest an added $275 million into their Ultium battery production facility in Tennessee. Matching the moves of numerous other automakers, GM has chosen to work with LG to expand its battery production capabilities as fast as possible. billion earlier this year. billion earlier this year. What do you think of the article?

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Bloomberg Calls “Peak ICE” Just As GM Offers Buyouts To Salaried Employees

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GM says it is offering buyouts to salaried employees in the US at the same time BNEF is saying sales of ICE cars have peaked.

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GM Ultium EV ramp, Leaf-powered pickup, fast-food fast-charging: Today’s Car News

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And GM reports that it won’t hit its intended 400,000 EVs by the end of 2023. GM last week gave some indications that it’s facing a slower mass-market production ramp of Ultium EVs than. Nissan teases a very compact spin on electric trucks. Some Taco Bell locations are adding speedy EV charging.

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