General Motors announces $35bn EV investment drive

James Murray
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US auto giant says it is increasing it electric and autonomous vehicle investment plans by 75 per cent

General Motors (GM) has announced a dramatic increase in its planned investment in electric and autonomous vehicles, pledging to spend $35bn in support of the transition to zero and low emission vehicles...

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