At this month's World Expo 2010 in Shanghai, in anticipation of an impending age of global megacities, GM unveiled its EN-V concept vehicles, with an autonomous driving demonstration for spectators at the event's outdoor pavilion. Incorporating a 3.2kWh lithium-ion battery pack, an 18kW electric motor, the latest in GPS and vehicle-to-vehicle connectivity and an array of sensors and cameras, the EN-V vehicles "showcased their ability to react quickly to unforeseen obstacles and changes in driving conditions, as well as their great maneuverability and agility empowered by dynamic stabilization technology," according to GM.
"EN-V represents another major step forward in GM's leadership in the development of advanced vehicle technology," said GM China Group President and Managing Director Kevin Wale. "By creating a new automobile DNA through the convergence of electrification and connectivity, EN-V offers the promise of eliminating traffic congestion, crashes and vehicle emissions in tomorrow's urban communities."
Well, I hate to say it, but I feel like I've heard this one before. But who knows? GM has been on a roll lately, so I guess we'll see where this thing goes -- no pun!
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