gm to build volt-based luxury cadillac ev - 3.7 volt rechargeable lithium ion battery
Ben Cleman in DetroitReuters)-
GM will build a Cadillac luxury electric vehicle based on the technology used in the Chevrolet Volt plug
People familiar with the matter said on Wednesday that in hybrid cars. The U. S.
Plans for rechargeable batteries by car manufacturers
The hybrid Cadillac, which will be built in 2013 with a model of 2014, will revive GM's Cadillac convertible concept car, the concept car was well received for its bold design when it was presented at the Detroit motor show in 2009.
Since the product plan has not yet been announced, the source request is not confirmed.
"We have nothing to announce now, but please keep an eye on it," Cadillac spokesman Brian Corbett said . ".
The news came as Toyota began selling its 2012 Prius plug. in hybrid.
Converj was named the best concept car at the show.
Automakers often display unapproved concept cars at auto shows, create excitement for their brand, and explore design ideas.
On January 2010, GM Vice Chairman Bob Lutz said that GM's board of directors had approved the company's production contract, however, after the original production approval was revoked, the fate of the project and the release time of the electric Cadillac has been uncertain.
Since becoming CEO a year ago, Dan Akerson has been more active in driving GM to electric vehicles.
General Motors, which has a leading position in technology in this field, should try to expand, he said.
The company's efforts are centered on the introduction of plugs
Hybrid technology in a wider range of vehicles to recover investment faster.
The voltage is 400-pound lithium-
Electric ion batteries available
Only 25 to 50 miles.
After the battery is exhausted, a 1. 4-
The gasoline engine provides power.
It is not clear how Cadillac will be configured, although GM officials say any Cadillac version will be used to attract buyers of luxury brands closely related to horse power and performance.
GM is also exploring building a full
According to sources, Chevrolet brand electric super-small car.
The battery of the vehicle power system will be supplied by A123 Systems Inc. , which has just been awarded a contract by GM for future electric vehicles.
A Chevrolet spokesman declined to comment on the plans.
"We are exploring others. body styles)
But we are not ready to make any announcements . "(
Ben Klayman from Detroit, editor Dave Zimmerman, Phil Berlowitz)