GM revs up electric vehicle production

Michael Holder
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Motoring giant's latest sustainability report details EV and autonomous vehicle plans, alongside CO2 cuts and boost to clean energy sourcing

GM has said it plans to step up production of its Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicle (EV) models this year in response to soaring global demand for plug-in vehicles. The pledge formed the centrepiece of...

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