General Motors Co(NYSE:GM) is in a critical transition to electric vehicles, as CEOMary Barraaffirms the company's commitment to capturing a larger share of the EV market.  Speaking at the Detroit Economic Club on Thursday, Barra highlighted the need for GM to align with consumer preferences by focusing on design, affordability, and driving range as part of its "once in a century transformation."

Electric Vehicles: At one point, Barra asked the audience to raise their hands if they have ever driven an EV: about a third said they had. She identified design, affordability and driving...