Volt stays plugged in at bankrupt GM

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As the US motor giant enters into bankruptcy protection, GM execs insist the relaunched firm will continue to support its high-profile plans for the Chevy Volt plug-in hybrid

GM's bankruptcy may claim plenty of casualties, but its Volt plug-in hybrid vehicle will not be among them, according to a statement issued by the company yesterday. "From day one, the New GM will...

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