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Buick Readies Plug-in Hybrid, EV Models for China
General Motors Co.’s Buick unit is adding two electrified models to its lineup in China.
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General Motors Co.’s Buick unit is adding two electrified models to its lineup in China.
GM says the new Velite 6 models will leverage the company’s latest electrification and connectivity technologies but didn’t provide any details.
Buick introduced the Chevrolet Volt-based Velite 5 range-extended EV in China in April 2017. The brand also markets the Regal Hybrid and LaCrosse Hybrid in China.
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