taff the Ultium Cells facility in Tennessee, overseeing a highly automated system that executes complex production tasks spanning chemical mixing, coating, curing, and cell stacking. Finished cells are shipped to vehicle assembly lines to power the Cadillac Lyriq and Vistiq, Chevrolet Blazer EV and Equinox EV, Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX. Ultium Cells Warren, Ohio began production in August 2022 and currently employs 1,700 people, with 41 GWh of...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

to the U.S., despite steep U.S. tariffs. “At this time, GM has no plans to halt or relocate production of any of our EV models made in Mexico,” said the  director of GM de México’s EV operations, Adrián Enciso,  to local media. The Ramos Arizpe plant will continue producing the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Blazer EV, Cadillac Optiq, and Honda Prologue, Enciso said. “It’s possible that additional models such as the Spark could be built ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

f Tesla, the sales decline of models equipped with LG Energy Solution’s batteries led to a 35.7% decrease in Tesla’s usage of LG Energy Solution’s batteries. Meanwhile, the total usage grew by 8.5% due to favorable sales of VW’s ID series and Kia’s EV3, and the expanded sales of Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer, and Silverado EVs, which are built on the Ultium platform. "SNE Research press release" Annual Cumulative Global Battery Usage for ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

quarter, with double-digit increases across all four of the company’s brands. For the quarter, GM led the U.S. automotive industry in total, retail, and fleet sales. Chevrolet sales were up 13.7% to 443,564 units, with the best first quarter since 2019. Chevrolet EV sales, including those of the Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Silverado EV, BrightDrop 400/600 vans, and remaining Bolt EVs, totaled 19,186 units in Q1 2025, or 4.3% of total Chevrolet bran...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

n the PG&E Vehicle-to-Everything pilot program can receive up to USD 4,500 in incentives off the price of GM Energy bidirectional charging products, including the GM Energy V2H Bundle or Home System.  GM EVs eligible for the program at launch include the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV, 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, 2024 GMC Sierra EV, and 2025 Cadillac Lyriq EV. GM anticipates adding all 2025 model year E...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/14

gment. BMW iX ranked highest overall and highest in the premium BEV segment with a score of 790, followed by BMW i4 (783) in second and Rivian R1S (770) in third. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 ranked highest in the mass market BEV segment with a score of 751, followed by Kia EV6 (743) in second and Chevrolet Equinox EV (737) in third. J.D. Power notes that 94% of BEV owners are likely to consider purchasing another BEV, a rate also matched by first-time bu...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/26

produced nearly 20 million Chevrolet vehicles in Brazil, with iconic models like the Opala, Corsa, and Onix defining its legacy. Chevrolet accounts for one in five cars registered in the country, setting records unmatched by competitors. GM continues to lead with cutting-edge electric SUVs like the Equinox EV and Blazer EV, boasting nearly 500 km of range. Sustainability is a priority, with efforts in carbon reduction, renewable energy, and biodi...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/25

nda Civic Hybrid: 205 votes2.    Kia K4: 1653.    Toyota Camry: 130 2025 North America Truck of the Year:1.    Ford Ranger: 1832.    Ram 1500: 1613.    Toyota Tacoma: 156 2025 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year:1.    VW ID. Buzz: 1872.    Hyundai Santa Fe: 1853.    Chevrolet Equinox EV: 128 (NACTOY releases on January 10, 2025) 1 / 2  (Detroit Free Press article on January 10, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/11

cantly underperformed due to affordability issues; the resurgence of PHEVs; and the light truck share hit a new record, with passenger cars falling to 13.4% of total sales. Among major OEMs: General Motors led the market with sales reaching above 294,000 units for 2024 due in part to the Chevrolet Equinox EV. Ford had the largest share gain for 2024, rising 1.1% with a 16.2% sales increase over 2023 Volkswagen led in 2024 in terms of percentage ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07

alone saw a 41.1% rise, with 12,147 units sold, making up 8.2% of total vehicle sales that month. Hybrid vehicle led the segment with 79% of sales, followed by 14% for fully electric vehicles and 7% for plug-in hybrids. Popular models included the BYD Dolphin, Tesla Model X, Y, and 3, and Chevrolet Equinox EV. Geographically, Mexico City dominated sales, followed by the State of Mexico, Nuevo León, and Jalisco, which together accounted for nearl...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/04

he U.S. in the second half of 2024. EV sales accelerated throughout the year, with Q4 sales of 42,000 units, up 10,000 units from Q3 and nearly twice the Q2 total. All brands posted strong sales:  •    Chevrolet sales were up 1.5%, to the highest level since 2019, with Q4 sales increasing 17%. Equinox EV saw Q4 sales up 85% from Q3. For the full year, Trax sales were up 84%. •    Cadillac had its best full-year sales since 2016, with Q4 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/04

Chevrolet Brazil launches app for EV charging On December 23, Chevrolet announced the launch of the MyChevrolet Charging app, designed for electric vehicle owners in Brazil. The app allows users to locate charging points, schedule EZ Volt chargers up to 24 hours in advance, and utilize energy credits provided with the purchase of Blazer EV and Equinox EV models. Customers receive a 1,200-kWh voucher, valued at BRL 2,400, covering up to 5,600 km o...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/24

August, GM signed a deal with Samsung SDI to build a new battery facility in Indiana, with reports indicating a USD 3.5 billion investment between the two companies. Meanwhile, the Ultium Cells Warren and Spring Hill plants continue to provide batteries for the Cadillac Lyriq; Chevrolet Blazer EV, Equinox EV, and Silverado EV; and GMC Sierra EV and Hummer EV. (multiple sources on December 11, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/14

ubtle, but an important, way for a manufacturer to signal that these vehicles are normal automobiles, just with a different powertrain. Chevrolet launched two lower-cost electric vehicles, designed to be affordable and appeal to a wide audience, and chose to market these vehicles as “EV,” i.e., Equinox EV, and Blazer EV. While they have added the variant (EV) to the name, they have chosen to use the traditional ICE vehicle’s name, even thou...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/11

inue to leverage the Ultium Cells plants in Warren, Ohio and Spring Hill, Tennessee to meet growing demand for its EVs.  The cells produced at these Ultium Cells plants power GM’s latest EVs including the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Cadillac Lyriq, Chevrolet Blazer EV and Chevrolet Equinox EV, as well as the GMC Hummer EV Pickup and SUV. (GM release on December 2, 2024)  ...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/03

on at the 2024 LA Auto Show. 2025 North American Car of the Year Finalists  •Honda Civic Hybrid  •Kia K4  •Toyota Camry 2025 North American Truck of the Year Finalists  •Ford Ranger  •Ram 1500  •Toyota Tacoma 2025 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year Finalists  •Chevrolet Equinox EV  •Hyundai Santa Fe  •Volkswagen ID. Buzz The vehicles were voted on by an independent jury of 50 automotive journalists from the U.S....

News  Updated at: 2024/11/26

GM presents Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV in Colombia On October 31, GM Colombia presented the Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV in the country. The vehicle’s design includes proximity pop-out handles, a panoramic roof, and automatic LED headlights. Inside, it seats five, has a 17.7-inch multimedia screen, a sporty steering wheel, and a cargo capacity of up to 1,620 liters. Its AWD is powered by a 288-hp electric motor with 451 Nm of torque, offering a range...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/12

GM tops 300,000 EV sales in the U.S. On November 4, 2024, General Motors (GM) announced that it had surpassed 300,000 electric vehicles (EVs) sold in the U.S. since 2016 and had sold over 370,000 EVs across North America. From popular models like the Cadillac Lyriq, GMC Hummer EV, Chevy Silverado EV, and the affordable Chevy Equinox EV, GM’s diverse lineup has contributed to its position as the second-largest EV seller in the U.S. in the third ...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/07

GM launches Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV in Brazil On October 9, GM introduced the Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV to the Brazilian market. The EV is powered by two electric motors that together produce 292 hp and 46 kgfm of torque, and it features an eAWD (electric all-wheel drive) system. The battery configuration consists of 10 modules with a total capacity of 85 kWh, offering a range of up to 443 km based on the INMETRO cycle. Charging options include s...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23

GM announces details of Chevrolet Equinox EV for Brazil On October 2, GM announced details of the Chevrolet Equinox EV that is expected to be launched in Brazil in October. The SUV will be available only in the most technological version available globally, with the main motor at the front and an extra auxiliary one at the rear, generating in combination 292 hp. The Equinox EV will also have eAWD all-wheel drive and will offer a range of 443 km (...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/08