Thread: GM invests $115 million in hybrids
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Old 02-03-2006, 08:42 AM
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Default Re: GM invests $115 million in hybrids
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Originally Posted by Hot_Georgia_2004
Wow! Thanks for posting that new, bright spot in the U.S. Auto industry.

I hope their new transmissions are a completely new design,reliable CVT and not just a multiple gear traditional AT.
The transmission is the heart of the 2-Mode system that is being co-developed with DCX and BMW. The best way to describe it is that it is an Electronically Variable Transmission. It is not belt or chain driven, like a conventional CVT and does include some gear and clutch technology to allow it to constantly adjust between the two modes. Typically designed CVTs are not at the point in development where they can manage the types of loads (mass, towing and hauling) that the EVT can handle.

Peace,

Martin

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I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues

I am NOT the official voice of GM with respect to Hybrid issues
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