MAGNA INTERNATIONAL INC. 
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AURORA, ONTARIO, Canada, November 17, 2011 - Magna E-Car
Systems announced today that it has developed a
demonstration fleet of nine electric vehicles based on
the popular Chevrolet Equinox crossover. The
demonstration project, undertaken jointly with General
Motors (GM) and with assistance to Magna E-Car Systems
from an Ontario government grant, will enable Magna E-Car
Systems and GM to gain critical insight into the
performance of electric vehicles in a larger crossover
segment. The project involves the integration of
Magna E-Car Systems' innovative electric drive system
into the fleet of Equinoxes.
"Collaboration between automakers, suppliers, utility
companies and the government is essential in order to
develop solutions for future mobility," said Ted
Robertson, Vice Chairman, Magna E-Car Systems. "Such
collaboration can enhance innovation and reduce costs,
particularly in fleet projects such as this where the
resulting data and lessons learned are useful to all
participants."
A joint GM-Magna E-Car Systems team has designed and
built the Chevrolet Equinox Electric Vehicle (EV)
demonstration units, working collaboratively from GM's
Canadian Engineering Centre in Oshawa, Ontario, and Magna
E-Car System's facility in Aurora, Ontario. The
Equinox EV fleet is propelled by Magna E-Car Systems'
electric drive system, which features an electric motor
that generates maximum power of 105 kW with energy
supplied from a 33kWh battery pack. The
demonstration fleet will be monitored closely to
determine the amount of real-world range achievable by a
vehicle of this size. Magna E-Car Systems led the design
and vehicle integration of the propulsion and energy
storage systems, with GM Canada providing engineering
assistance in designing and validating the solution.
"This demonstration project is the latest example of GM's
commitment to broaden our vehicle electrification
technology expertise working with a leading Canadian
supplier, like Magna E-Car Systems," said Matthew
Crossley, Director, Canadian Engineering for General
Motors of Canada Limited. "This pilot project will help
both GM and Magna E-Car Systems gather key learnings
about the integration of vehicle electrification
technologies."
In addition to the launch of the award-winning Chevrolet
Volt and Opel Ampera electric vehicles with
extended-range capability of up to 580 kilometres,
General Motors is committed to delivering a range of
advanced propulsion technologies solutions that will
allow customers to choose the vehicle that best meets
their needs. As a result, GM has established
electric vehicle demonstration fleets around the world to
better understand driving patterns, battery charging,
market needs and customer acceptance of electric
vehicles. Chevrolet recently announced production plans
for a 2013 Spark EV, which will be available in select
markets.
At the same time, GM is investing in start-up companies
with innovative ideas to accelerate next-generation
electrification technologies. Deep experience and
expertise in batteries, electric motors and power
controls will ensure GM provides the best possible
choices when it comes to vehicle electrification
technologies.
About Magna E-Car Systems
Magna E-Car Systems (www.magnaecar.com), a
partnership between Magna International and the Stronach
Group, is a global supplier of components and systems for
hybrid and electric vehicles. Magna E-Car capabilities
include design and engineering, manufacturing, vehicle
integration and testing. With a focus on innovation,
Magna E-Car offers a wide array of products including
lithium-ion cells and battery packs, electric drive
motors and generators, inverters, converters, onboard
chargers, and powertrain control modules.
About Magna International
Magna International (TSX: MG; NYSE: MGA) is the most
diversified global automotive supplier. Magna designs,
develops and manufactures technologically advanced
automotive systems, assemblies, modules and components,
and engineers and assembles complete vehicles, primarily
for sale to original equipment manufacturers
("OEMs") of cars and light trucks. Magna's
capabilities include the design, engineering, testing and
manufacture of automotive interior systems; seating
systems; closure systems; body and chassis systems;
vision systems; electronic systems; exterior systems;
powertrain systems; roof systems; hybrid and electric
vehicles/systems; as well as complete vehicle engineering
and assembly.
Magna has approximately 107,000 employees in 275
manufacturing operations and 85 product development,
engineering and sales centres in 26 countries. More
information on Magna can be found at www.magna.com.
About General Motors
General Motors Company (NYSE: GM, TSX: GMM), one of the
world's largest automakers, traces its roots back to
1908. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM
employs 209,000 people in every major region of the world
and does business in more than 120 countries. GM
and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 31
countries, and sell and service these vehicles through
the following brands: Baojun, Buick, Cadillac,
Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Isuzu, Jiefang, Opel,
Vauxhall, and Wuling. GM's largest national market
is China, followed by the United States, Brazil, the
United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Italy, Russia, Mexico,
and Uzbekistan. GM's OnStar subsidiary is the
industry leader in vehicle safety, security and
information services. General Motors acquired
operations from General Motors Corporation on July 10,
2009, and references to prior periods in this and other
press materials refer to operations of the old General
Motors Corporation. More information on the new
General Motors can be found at www.gm.com.
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