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GM Could Reverse Course, Add Hybrids to Lineup

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GM may bring back hybrids to fill electric gap Slowing EV plans could make hybrids a necessity After dropping hybrids, along with almost all of its cars, General Motors is revisiting its electrification options for North America. News of the possible reversal comes from The...

GM Partners With Niron For Rare Earth-Free EV Motor Magnets

Iron nitride magnets cheaper, easier to source Developments could slash EV prices General Motors is partnering with an MN-based magnets company in an effort to get more affordable magnets for EV motors. The collaboration with Niron Magnetics is also meant to help bring the...

General Motors Pauses Production of the Cruise Robotaxi After a Series of Incidents

Cruise Origin
The Cruise Origin is a driverless electric van manufactured by GM for use by its robotaxi subsidiary. Cruise suspended all activities two weeks ago after the California DMV revoked its operating license. This is the result of a number of incidents that have...

New Generation Chevrolet Bolt to Roll Out from U.S. Plants

2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
General Motors announces substantial investments for EV production in American manufacturing, including potential new models and retooling efforts.   Nearly $2 billion allocated for future EV production across U.S. facilities. Over $13 billion earmarked for expanding U.S. manufacturing to include affordable and premium electric vehicles. ...

GM Parts Catalog Hints at Possible Corvette ZR1 Engine

The GM Parts catalog may have revealed details about the engine for the upcoming Corvette ZR1, as reported by Motor1.   An "LT7" eight-cylinder, 5.5-liter gasoline engine is listed in the GM Parts catalog. The LT7 engine features direct injection, variable valve timing, and possibly...

UAW Concludes Negotiations with GM, Finalizing Detroit Three Automaker Strikes

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The United Auto Workers (UAW) union and General Motors (GM) finalize an agreement, concluding the six-week strike among the Detroit Three automakers.   The UAW strike involved nearly 50,000 workers, costing billions over 40+ days. Tentative deals for all three automakers, including Ford and Stellantis,...

Honda and GM Cease Joint EV Development Plans

Honda discontinues its collaborative efforts with General Motors (GM) to produce affordable electric vehicles.   Honda and GM's partnership aimed to introduce EVs based on GM’s Ultium battery primarily for small SUVs by 2027. GM faces financial uncertainties, with potential losses linked to the UAW...

UAW Escalates Strike Action at GM’s Texas SUV Plant

The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has broadened its strike actions against General Motors (GM) by targeting a significant SUV plant in Texas, shortly after GM released positive third-quarter earnings.   UAW intensified strikes at GM’s Arlington Assembly plant, involving about 5,000 workers. The move...

GM Delays Production of Several EV Models to Boost Profitability

GM postpones the production of its Equinox, Silverado, and GMC Sierra EVs, revealing updates on the Ultium Bolt following their Q3 earnings report.   GM shifts production timelines to focus on profitability and respond to current EV demand. Ultium Bolt to receive advancements, including LFP...

General Motors Postpones Orion Assembly’s Electric Pickup Production Until 2025

2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV
General Motors postpones electric pickup production at Detroit's Orion Assembly to late 2025 for market and engineering alignment. About 1,000 employees at Orion Assembly have the option to transfer to other Michigan-based GM plants, including Factory Zero. GM phases out current Bolt models,...