Partnership Between General Motors and Hyundai: What’s Behind it?

General Motors is returning to hybrid vehicles as the demand for pure electric cars is slowing down. Last week, GM and Hyundai announced plans for the first five jointly developed vehicles. This includes a purely electric van for North America. Additionally, four vehicles are planned for Central and South America: a compact SUV, a car, a pickup, and a midsize pickup. These four vehicles will either be equipped with a combustion engine or a hybrid drive. GM is relatively unique among traditional car manufacturers, as the company does not sell...