Passion for technology. Every student who participates in Challenge X has it. They pour their heart and souls into developing the technologies that could be commonplace one day. While it’s a competition, it’s also a pathway to engineering careers for many of these students. Here’s an overview of the program from the students who know it best.
GMnext is an interactive dialogue-based Web site designed for anyone interested in design, the environment, advanced technologies and just cars in general. This channel will take you behind the scenes at GM to meet the people working on next-generation vehicles and technologies. Check out GMnext.com to see more and join the conversation.
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Chevrolet Volt Studio Stories: Volume 4: Hitting the Streets
Discover what it takes to bring the Chevrolet Volt to streets from partnerships with local utilities to the experience of plugging it in at night for a recharge.
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Chevrolet Volt Studio Stories: Volume 3: Eyes on Design
For the Chevy Volt designers, the challenge was not only to make a beautiful, inviting car, but one that displayed its unique technological advancements. Meet the Volt designers & discover the passion they have for this revolutionary vehicle.
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Chevrolet Volt Studio Stories: Volume 2: Tunnel Vision
It took over 500 hours of aerodynamic testing, but the production Volt has a coefficient of drag that is 30% lower than the original concept car. Watch and learn how the Volt team accomplished this using.
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Chevrolet Volt Studio Stories: Volume 1: Charging Ahead
Meet the engineers instrumental in the development and testing of the Chevrolet Voltâs Lithium Ion battery and watch how testing and development not only covers a variety of environments but also was developed on a nearly impossible timetable.
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GMnext Studio Stories Episode 12: GM Design Intern Programs: Mentor Reflections
The interns of GMâs 2008 Design Intern Program have finally designed, drawn, engineered, sculpted and animated their futuristic vehicles for an emerging market in 2020. And getting there wouldnât have been possible if it werenât for the expertise that aided them along the way. Hear what their mentors had to say about the program and what advice they gave to the interns to foster knowledge, real-world expertise and personal growth throughout the summer.
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GMnext Studio Stories Episode 11: GM Design Intern Programs: Intern Reflections
Tonight is the big night. The final presentation. And though itâs been a long and challenging road for the GM Design Interns, they have finally met their goal of working together to design a vehicle that meets the needs of an emerging market in the year 2020. Check out their animation, inspiration and clay masterpieces and see what the GM execs thought during the biggest night of their summer.
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GMnext Studio Stories Episode 10: Cadillac: The Renaissance
Over the past decade, this luxury brand has undergone a complete renaissance and itâs not over yet. GMnext takes you behind the scenes with Clay Dean and John Howell, two of Cadillacâs leaders responsible for cultivating the brand.
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GMnext Studio Stories Epsidoe 9: Motorama Memories
During the 1950âs, GMâs Motorama car show traveled around the U.S. displaying the most exquisite concept vehicles of the time. Vice President of Global Design Ed Welburn reminisces on visiting Motorama as a child and reveals his excitement on its upcoming presence at the 2008 Pebble Beach Concours dâElegance.
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GMnext Studio Stories Epsidoe 8: The Buick Invicta Team
Meet the team that worked on the Buick Invicta and learned how they worked with their colleagues around the world to make the car a reality.
It was a global effort to bring the Buick Invicta to life. In this Studio Story, the designers explain how they shaped the vehicle using GM's Global Collaboration Center, which allowed them to work with colleagues from around the world.
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GMnext Studio Stories Episode 6: Opel Meriva Concept
The designers of the Opel Meriva Concept worked to accommodate those in the backseat. They also explain how the car's design and features came together.
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GMnext Studio Stores Episode 5: Saab 9-X BioHybrid Concept
One of the great automotive design challenges is reducing drag and improving efficiency while keeping a stylish look. In this latest volume of Studio Stories, Saab's design team gives you an inside look at the design behind the 9-X BioHybrid Concept and explains how aerodynamics shaped the car.
When science collaborates with art the results can be incredible. Aerodynamics is a critical part of vehicle development, performance and overall design. In this video, find out how aerodynamicists and designers work together to create a balance between form and function.
An eye for design and passion for performance. In this GMnext Studio Story, Cadillac's design director, Clay Dean, describes his personal connection to the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V. What was the inspiration behind this luxury sedan? Find out now.
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GMnext Studio Stories Episode 2: HUMMER HX Concept Vehicle
This GMnext Studio Story takes you along for the ride as three young designers, fresh out of school, take on a monumental assignment. The trio is given the task of designing a future vision for HUMMER. From sketch to show car, this episode spotlights the three young designers, the mentors who guided them and the HUMMER HX concept they designed.
Months of hard work pay off for designers during the reveal of the Opel Flextreme at the Frankfurt Motor Show (part 4 of 4).
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Opel E-Flex Studio Stories Episode 3: The Propulsion
Take an in-depth look at the E-Flex system that powers the Opel Flextreme (part 3 of 4).
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Opel E-Flex Studio Stories Episode 2: The Designers
Watch as the Opel Flextreme takes shape and meet the personalities who created the latest version of GM's E-Flex platform (part 2 of 4)
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Opel E-Flex Studio Stories Episode 1: GM Europe Design
Get the behind-the-scenes details on the GM design studio in Europe where the Opel Flextreme was born (part 1 of 4).
The automotive industry has a ripple effect on the U.S. economy including growth, jobs, health care benefits and other factors. Check out this video showing the impact of the industry and visit www.gmfactsandfiction.com to write your member of Congress.
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