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Chevrolet Volt Development Charges On

Battery engineers develop new computer testing procedure, leverage global resources to accelerate development of extended-range electric vehicles (E-REV) Engineers integrate T-shaped battery into vehicle structure Designers improve aerodynamics to lower energy consumption WARREN (Apr. 03, 2008) — Engineers at GM’s battery test facilities have developed a new computer algorithm to accelerate durability testing of the advanced lithium-ion batteries needed to power the Chevrolet Volt for up to 40 miles (64 km) of electric-only driving.

General Motors To Display Gas-Friendly Commercial Vehicle Lineup At Chicago Auto Show

CHICAGO (Feb. 01, 2008) — General Motors, committed to developing the industry's widest range of gas-friendly to gas-free vehicles, will showcase several gas-saving commercial vehicles at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show Feb. 6 thru Feb. 17.

General Motors Demonstrates Self-Driving Chevrolet Tahoe 'Boss' At Consumer Electronics Show

Electronic Technologies, Computer Software Could Hold the Key to a Future With No Crashes, Traffic Congestion LAS VEGAS (Jan. 8, 2008) —At the Consumer Electronics Show, General Motors will demonstrate an unmanned Chevrolet Tahoe that used electronics to successfully "drive" itself through a 60-mile urban course in November to win a prestigious U.S. Defense Department-sponsored competition. Its electronic technology is so promising that it could lead to production vehicles that eliminate the most common cause of crashes – driver error.

Cadillac to Showcase Future Design and Performance Technology

DETROIT, Mich., (Jan. 07, 2008) —Cadillac extends its ongoing design and technology momentum with tomorrow's debut of the Provoq Concept, a vision for a petroleum-free future of luxury transportation. GM CEO Rick Wagoner will present the Cadillac Provoq concept vehicle January 8 at the influential Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, beginning a showcase of Cadillac's future performance technology and design that will continue at next week's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit.

GM Asks The World: "What's Next?"

DETROIT, Mich (Jan. 3, 2008) — What should power the world's vehicles in 20 years? How can personal transportation become more sustainable in an age of increasing global competition for resources? What role will the automotive industry play in developing markets?

Chevrolet Volt Development Moves Forward With Focus On Aerodynamics

Design team explores aerodynamic enablers to maximize range for next-generation electric vehicles WARREN, Mich (Dec. 12, 2007) — The massive fan in GM’s aero lab wind tunnel has been cranked up to full blast as GM’s designers and engineers work to optimize the aerodynamics of the Chevrolet Volt as part of the quest to make the breakthrough concept car a production reality. Aerodynamic improvement is a critical step in meeting the range targets necessary for moving the vehicle to a final production decision.

Hamilton puts Spain abuse in past

McLaren driver Lewis Hamilton puts the racist abuse he suffered in Barcelona behind him as he prepares for the Spanish GP.

Super Aguri 'may miss Spanish GP'

Super Aguri's participation in this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix remains in doubt as the team continue to look for a buyer.

Ferrari boss cool on Alonso link

Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo plays down speculation linking Fernando Alonso with a move to the Italian team.

Toseland confident of podium spot

James Toseland is confident his new Yahama will earn him a podium finish soon.

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