"GM's Shift to Plug-In Hybrids: Dealers' Plea Amid EV Slowdown"
General Motors CEO Mary Barra announced a shift in the company's product lineup strategy to include plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) in North America, aiming to meet federal fuel economy regulations. Barra emphasized GM's commitment to eliminating tailpipe emissions from light-duty vehicles by 2035 but sees PHEVs as a strategic interim solution. The move contrasts with the industry's focus on all-electric vehicles, reflecting a broader trend of automakers reconsidering hybrid technologies to meet consumer demand and regulatory standards.