G. David Felt

Just as GM and Toyota worked together in bringing us the Pontiac Vibe and Toyota Matrix, GM and Honda now plan to bring us a series of affordable EVs targeting the world's most popular vehicle segment, SUVs. To quote Doug Parks, GM executive VP, Global Product Development, Purchasing and Supply Chain.  “Our plans include a new all-electric product for North America positioned at a price point lower than the upcoming Chevrolet Equinox EV, building on the 2 million units of EV capacity the company plans to install by the end of 2025.” New EV series planned to go on sale in 2027 starting in North America Honda and GM collaboration designed to enable global production of millions of EVs Companies will explore opportunities for advanced battery collaboration The crossover segment is the largest in the world with an annual volume exceeding 13 million vehicles. By standardization of equipment, processes to achieve world-class quality, higher throughput and greater affordability, GM and Honda believe they can deliver a bigger portfolio of EVs to the global market. GM is already working on new battery technologies for the Ultium platform like Lithium-metal, Silicon and Solid-state batteries along with production methods that can quickly be used to improve and update battery cell manufacturing processes. Honda is making progress on its all-solid-state battery technology which Honda has stated is a core element of future EVs. Honda has established a demonstration line in Japan for all-solid-state batteries and is working on the mass-production line. GM and Honda will share their technologies, design and manufacturing strategies to deliver affordable, desirable EVs on a Global scale starting with North America, South America and China. Honda and GM both believe this mutual work together will allow the companies to reach their carbon neutral goals faster. To quote Shinji Aoyama, Honda Senior Managing Executive Officer:  "The progress we have made with GM since we announced the EV battery development collaboration in 2018, followed by co-development of electric vehicles including the Honda Prologue, has demonstrated the win-win relationship that can create new value for our customers,”  “This new series of affordable EVs will build on this relationship by leveraging our strength in the development and production of high quality, compact class vehicles.” Honda joined GM's EV battery module development efforts in 2018, then in 2020 Honda and GM announced plans to co-develop two EVs, Honda Prologue and the Acura's first EV SUV to be announced soon. The companies have expanded this working relationship as they have their ongoing relationship with Cruise and are working together on the development of the Cruise Origin, one of the first purpose-built fully autonomous vehicles designed for driverless ride-hail and delivery. One could say the future looks bright for GM and Honda on the Ultium platform. GM and Honda Will Codevelop Affordable EVs Targeting the World’s Most Popular Vehicle Segments

Chevrolet has expanded their PPV or Police Pursuit Vehicle catalog by adding the 2023 Silverado available in crew-cab, short-bed, four-wheel drive. Ed Peper, U.S. VP of GM Fleet stated “We are constantly having conversations with customers and evaluating how we can better meet their needs,” To this end the Silverado has joined the PPV family and with the following highlights: Crew-cab Short-bed - 5 foot 8 inches long Available Tri-Fold tonneau cover 12 standard weld tie downs Standard corner-step bumpers Optional multi-flex tailgate Four-wheel drive 355-horsepower 5.3L v-8 engine with Heavy Duty engine air-filter 10-speed automatic transmission Six-piston Brembo brake front calipers with 16-inch rotors Certified PPV Speedometer 20-inch black steel wheels with 20-inch Goodyear all-terrain speed-rated tires 46.9 feet turning radius 9,300-pound towing capacity Heavy Duty package Z71 off-road package Rancho shocks Locking rear differential skid plate package Optional 2" lifted suspension for 11.35" ground clearance and 25.9 degree approach angle Upfitted supported Auxiliary wiring circuits for easy installation of wiring to connect the trucks horn and siren Surveillance Mode circuit that allows an upfitter to easily install lighting control. Five upfitter switches for simple linking to the controls used most frequently Optional delete of front center seat for customized cockpit LED or Halogen spot lamps Truck is equipped with standard head and taillamp flashers Standard 220-amp alternator two 120-volt outlets to help devised stay powered while away from the base Optional upfitter switch bank Three 30-amp circuits Two 20-amp circuits The PPV Silverado is a safety first approach as it comes standard with the following safety features: Chevrolet Safety Assis Package Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning Forward Collision Alert Following Distance Indicator Automatic Emergency Braking Front Pedestrian Braking IntelliBeam Headlamps, operates high beams at speeds above 12 mph until approaching auto is detected Protected Idle Adaptive Cruise Control Rear Park Assist Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rear Cross Traffic Braking Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert To Quote their Press Release: Here to Serve Chevrolet first introduced the Tahoe PPV in 1997. Over the years, Chevrolet has continued to listen to officers and expanded the PPV portfolio to meet the needs of the modern-day police force. General Motors organized an official Law Enforcement Product Council over two decades ago to learn directly from officers how they can effectively perform their duties behind the wheel. Ranking law enforcement officers and civilian fleet managers make up the council, and all have been instrumental in Chevrolet’s police vehicle programs over the years. The 2023 Silverado Police Pursuit Vehicle and the Special Service Vehicle will be available beginning late summer 2022 in the United States and Canada. Chevrolet’s First Pursuit-Rated Silverado Joins Forces with the Legendary Tahoe PPV