GM teams up with Honda to advance EV battery development

Michael Holder
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General Motors to work with Honda on new battery technology, while Daimler unveils new e-mobility division and plans for two all-electric trucks

General Motors and Honda have struck a deal to partner on developing advanced new battery technology in a bid to accelerate each manufacturers' plans for electric vehicles (EVs), the auto giants announced...

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