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General Motors

General Motors Company (NYSE: GM) is a linchpin of the U.S. automotive industry, selling millions of vehicles every year - 8.3 million in 2018, to be precise – and employing more than 170,000 workers. More familiarly known as GM, the auto company counts iconic brands Buick and Cadillac under its corporate umbrella, as well the more utilitarian GMC brand and the budget-conscious Chevrolet badge.

Formed in 1908 in Flint, Michigan, General Motors has a long history with the Great Lakes State. Alongside the Ford Motor Company, GM’s presence in the region and its creation of popular cars under various brands are some of the main reasons that Detroit is so widely known as Motor City. GM is a Fortune 500 company and frequently appears in the top 25 of that list as one of the largest U.S. corporations by revenue.

Here at Torque News, we cover a wide variety of stories involving General Motors, from new models and announcements to the company’s latest technology developments and electric vehicle initiatives. GM plans to release more than 20 new electric models across its major brands by 2023 and you’ll hear about all of them on this site, as well as the latest and greatest from GM’s existing models.

Four reasons why the 2014 Chevrolet Malibu just got better

By Denis Flierl on May 31, 2013 - 12:35PM

Chevrolet has just unveiled the new 2014 Chevrolet Malibu with four new reasons why it’s better than the previous generation sedan.

Electric Cadillac ELR production begins in Detroit

By Patrick Rall on May 30, 2013 - 5:54PM

This morning at the Hamtramck Assembly Plant in Detroit, the very first example of the all electric Cadillac ELR rolled off of the line – marking the official arrival of the Chevrolet Volt-based luxury coupe that is expected to hit dealerships later this year.

2014 GMC Sierra Denali pairs workboots and fancy pants

By John Goreham on May 29, 2013 - 11:47AM

The new Sierra Denali will feature all the luxury one would expect and the strongest V8 in the marketplace.

The LT1 engine of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

Can the 2014 Corvette-powered Gen 6 Camaro SS compete with the 2015 Mustang? (Updated with official GM figures)

By Patrick Rall on May 28, 2013 - 10:54AM

Should the rumors surrounding the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and 2015 Ford Mustang GT power ratings all be true, the 6th generation Chevrolet Camaro SS could have a substantial disadvantage in power – leading us to wonder if the next Camaro will be able to compete with the upcoming next generation Mustang.

Chevrolet leaks higher power numbers for 2014 Corvette Stingray

By Denis Flierl on May 26, 2013 - 7:35AM

The new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray C7's final horsepower and torque numbers may be higher than what was originally thought. Did GM leak the new figures?

GM recalls 27k Cadillac SRX SUVs—wheels might fall off

By Anthony Faccenda on May 23, 2013 - 11:04AM

GM is recalling over 27,000 Cadillac SRX vehicles worldwide over faulty wheel lug nuts, which may lead to a wheel falling off.

An Australian Ford Falcon Hardtop XB (73-76) Image courtesy Wikimedia.

Why Ford and GM build cars in Australia and why it won't last

By Don Bain on May 23, 2013 - 1:01AM

Ford and GM both are boosting North American production, while down under in Australia, the strength of the Aussie dollar and a faltering economy may spell the end of US automotive fabrication there.

Tesla repays loans in dramatic fashion

By John Goreham on May 22, 2013 - 6:12PM

Like all of its moves, today's announcement that Tesla had repaid all of its Department of Energy debt, was not without flair.

Jim Harbaugh returns to Indy in 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

By Denis Flierl on May 22, 2013 - 7:59AM

San Francisco 49ers Coach Jim Harbaugh will drive the new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pace Car in the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday as he returns to the NFL city where he played quarterback.

Mary Barra, GM Senior VP of Global Prod. Development. Image via Newspress

How CARS will help General Motors

By Don Bain on May 17, 2013 - 5:51PM

You’re thinking General Motors sells cars, so how can CARS help them otherwise? When it stands for the Center for Automotive Research at Stanford, it’s inevitable.

GM stock sees highest value in over two years, finally tops IPO price

By Patrick Rall on May 17, 2013 - 3:31PM

General Motors stock opened this morning at $32.99 per share but quickly rose into the mid $33 dollar range where it has been all day – marking the first time in over two years since GM stock has been selling at a price point higher than the $33 price of the initial public offering (IPO).

11 of 13 new small SUVs fail to pass IIHS safety test

By Denis Flierl on May 17, 2013 - 3:01PM

A new safety test, conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety finds shocking results for the small SUV segment. See if your vehicle is on the list.

410 twin turbocharged reasons to buy the 2014 Cadillac XTS

By Patrick Rall on May 15, 2013 - 12:37AM

It has been expected for some time that the 2014 Cadillac XTS would feature the same twin turbocharged V6 engine that was introduced with the 2014 Cadillac CTS but this morning GM made it official – with this twin turbo mill packing an awesome 410 horsepower.

2013 Cadillac XTS AWD Premium Review: a true luxury flagship sedan with a bargain price

By Patrick Rall on May 14, 2013 - 8:11PM

While German and Japanese luxury brands grab the lion’s share of attention in the modern auto industry, the 2013 Cadillac XTS AWD Premium serves as a stark reminder that there is a true luxury flagship sedan that offers all of the comforts and amenities offered by the foreign counterparts made in the USA with a surprisingly low price.

Chevy looks to Nissan for unusual partnership

By John Goreham on May 14, 2013 - 3:58PM

Wanting to compete with the Ford Transit Connect, Chevy found a partner in Nissan. Will the Chevy dealers and the Nissan NV200 product be a winning combination?

100k+ C6 Chevrolet Corvettes probed for headlight failures

By Patrick Rall on May 10, 2013 - 12:05PM

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched a new investigation into the 2005-2007 Chevrolet Corvette over a concern that the high tech projection headlight system could shut off without warning.

GM President Mark Reuss has 1 wish for the Chevrolet - a new rear drive sports car

By Patrick Rall on May 7, 2013 - 1:16PM

General Motors North American President Mark Reuss recently stated that his biggest wish for the Chevrolet brand was to offer an affordable, rear wheel drive sports car.

How the 2014 GMC Sierra will change performance rules

By Denis Flierl on May 7, 2013 - 8:30AM

When GMC rolls out the all-new 2014 Sierra fill-size pickup it will come with a new class-leading V6 powerplant. Can the new Sierra finally compete with the Ford F-150?

Chevy Volt batteries will finally be built in U.S. as LG Chem opens factory in Michigan

By David Herron on May 6, 2013 - 7:47PM

US based battery production will get a big boost when LG Chem launches commercial production at its plant in Holland Michigan.

GM recalls 43k Buick, Chevy hybrids that may catch fire

By Anthony Faccenda on May 6, 2013 - 6:29PM

General Motors is recalling almost 43,000 Chevrolet and Buick eAssist hybrids over a potential fire risk.

Chevy Silverado High Country joins GM's Luxury truck stable

By John Goreham on May 6, 2013 - 8:42AM

Coming straight at the Ford F-150 King Ranch, the new 2014 Chevrolet Silverado High Country is a shining example of how much luxury swag a pick-up can haul.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Pace Car

Chevy leads the Indy 500 field for the 12th straight year with the 2014 Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on May 2, 2013 - 4:55PM

General Motors announced today that the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe will serve as the official pace car for this year’s 97th running of the famous Indianapolis 500 race – marking the 12th time that the Chevy sports car will lead the field to the green flag on the Brickyard.

Next generation Volt will be $10k cheaper and profitable says GM CEO Akerson

By David Herron on May 1, 2013 - 5:25PM

Speaking at Fortune's Brainstorm Green conference, G.M. chief executive Dan Akerson spoke about the company's sustainability efforts and greener vehicles. He said the next-generation Chevy Volt, due in 2015 or 2016, would cost less to build and finally be profitable.

GM signs Climate Declaration, saying action on climate change is good business

By David Herron on May 1, 2013 - 4:32PM

General Motors is the first automaker to sign on with the Climate Declaration campaign organized by the Business for Innovative Climate & Energy Policy.

GM trademarks LT4 and LT5 – possibly for new Camaro and Corvette engines

By Patrick Rall on April 30, 2013 - 12:02PM

General Motors enthusiast communities are abuzz after discovering that the automaker has applied for a handful of old school high performance engine monikers including LT4, LT5, L88 and LTX – leading to much speculation as to what might be coming for the new Corvette, the next generation Camaro and the new Chevy SS performance sedan over the next few years.

GM announces official pricing for 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on April 26, 2013 - 1:27PM

General Motors announced the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray prices this morning with the coupe starting at $51,995 and the new Convertible starting at $56,995 – both of which are only about two thousand dollars more than the outgoing 2013 model year Corvette.

2014 Chevy Cruze Diesel offers best fuel economy of any non-hybrid in America

By Patrick Rall on April 18, 2013 - 12:46PM

General Motors announced this morning that the new 2014 Chevrolet Cruze Diesel will offer 46 miles per gallon on the highway – making the diesel powered Cruze the most efficient non-hybrid passenger car in America in terms of highway fuel economy.

GM making electric motors for Chevy Spark EV in Baltimore

By David Herron on April 16, 2013 - 5:16PM

GM has moved electric motor manufacturing from Mexico to the US for making the Chevy Spark EV, due to go on sale this summer.

Ford, GM working together on 9- and 10-speed transmissions

By Aaron Turpen on April 15, 2013 - 2:16PM

Ford and General Motors are working jointly to develop nine- and ten-speed automatic transmissions for cars, trucks and SUVs. The collaboration builds on previous joint efforts by the Detroit boys.

Marketing manager gives exclusive 2014 Camaro SS walk around [video]

By Denis Flierl on April 14, 2013 - 8:00AM

Camaro Marketing Manager of Performance Cars John Fitzpatrick gives an exclusive walkaround of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS RS.

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