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General Motors' Chinese joint venture SAIC-GM-Wuling has introduced the Baojun E100, a small electric car inspired by the Smart ForTwo Electric Drive. Priced from RMB 35,800, which is equal to $5,326 at today's exchange rates, the E100 is powered by a single motor that pushes 39 horses (40PS) and 81lb-ft (110Nm) of torque to the wheels. The Baojun E110 can reach a top speed of 62mph (100km/h), and its lithium-ion battery pack, whose capacity remains undisclosed for now, can be fully charged in 7.5 hours, providing it with a zero-emission range of up to 96 miles (155km). It also has independent front-wheel suspension and single-arm rear suspension, electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), anti-lock brakes (ABS), electric power steering, pedestrian alert, electronic parking brake, parking sensors, and ISOFIX locks for child safety seats. Inside, it can sit two adults that will get to enjoy the 7-inch screen infotainment system with Wi-Fi, in the most basic version, wh...

General Motors continues to pursue the SUV boom not only with its Western brands, but with the SAIC-GM-Wuling Chinese joint venture. The latter is responsible for producing the new Hong Guang S3, a compact seven-seater SUV, the first one of its kind to wear the local brand's logo. Developed on the same platform as the Hong Guang MPV, it has a length of 4,654 mm (183.23 in), a width of 1,731 mm (68.15 in), and a height of 1,777 mm (70 in), which is said to translate into a spacious interior that GM has yet to detail. Among the amenities found on it are the LED DRLs, integrated on the sides of the bumper and sitting right under the headlights that have a black look, LED taillights, and optional roof rack. The engine family includes two members: a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated unit, which is likely shared with the new Baojun 310 Wagon that is also displayed at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show, and a 1.5-liter turbocharged lump. Details surrounding the output, transmission offe...