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GM Eliminates Apple CarPlay And Android Auto Aftermarket Kits

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General Motors decision to remove Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone connectivity features from vehicles wasnt a popular one. However, the business no longer offers the kit. This is also presumably the reason why General Motors went out of its way to eliminate smartphone mirroring in vehicles.

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GM reporting Duramax Diesel powertrain issues caused by aftermarket software; non-GM software voids powertrain warranties

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General Motors has released Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 08-06-04-006J, which provides updated information to dealership service departments on identifying non-GM engine control module (ECM) calibrations. A number of companies offer kits which modify software calibrations in the powertrains of production vehicles.

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Finally: This Kit Adds Apple CarPlay To General Motors' EVs

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White Automotive & Media Services says it can add full-featured Apple CarPlay—and Android Auto—to most GM Ultium cars.

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GM details hardware for using EVs as home power backup

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General Motors on Wednesday detailed its first bidirectional vehicle-to-home (V2H) charging hardware, allowing EVs to serve as a home backup power source.

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Chevrolet previews Spark EV Tech Performance concept, other performance concepts including Cruze Diesel for SEMA

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Features include: A Stage Kit, cold-air induction and a high-flow exhaust system allow the 1.4L Turbo Stage Kit with high-flow exhaust; Chevrolet Performance cold-air induction; Chevrolet Performance suspension kit with lowered ride height; Chevrolet Performance brake package with Wilwood front calipers; and.

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GM India Launches CNG Version of Chevrolet Aveo

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General Motors India recently launched the CNG version of its Chevrolet Aveo mid-size sedan. The Chevrolet Aveo CNG is equipped with next-generation computer-controlled CNG injection technology from Italy. Sequential injection represents the most advanced level of evolution of CNG kit technology.

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GM Korea introduces Alpheon eAssist; 25% improvement in fuel economy

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N·m electric motor generator. General Motors launched the Buick LaCrosse with eAssist in China on 25 August. It provides market- and brand-specific vehicle kits for assembly at GM facilities in China, Uzbekistan, Mexico, India, Colombia, Russia and other countries. Earlier post.). mpg US, 7.1