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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.

The 5 goals of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray design (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 13, 2013 - 12:36PM

General Motors has released a new video detailing the 5 goals of the design process for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray and while they aren't laid out quite so clearly in the video – this new piece gives us a look into the key focus points of design for the gorgeous new C7 Corvette.

Cadillac ELR offers steering wheel paddles for engaging regenerative braking

By David Herron on April 12, 2013 - 3:57PM

The 2014 Cadillac ELR, GM's newest extended range electric car, offers a new way to engage regenerative braking, which the automaker says provides a more engaged, satisfying driving experience.

Cadillac ATS-V mule spied near GM Milford Proving Grounds

By Patrick Rall on April 10, 2013 - 6:39PM

Last night while I was out gathering some data on my most recent test vehicle, I saw a Cadillac ATS test “mule” driving near the General Motors Milford Proving Grounds that appeared to have a vastly more aggressive exterior design – leading me to believe that it was either the ATS-V or a new ATS VSport package similar to the freshly announced 2014 CTS VSport.

GM considered LS3 against LS7 for 2014 Camaro Z/28

By Patrick Rall on April 8, 2013 - 7:03PM

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 will be powered by the same LS7 V8 engine as the current Corvette Z06 when it arrives early next year but during the development stages of the new super Camaro, GM considered using the less costly 6.2L LS3 from the base Corvette – later opting for the more powerful (and more impressive) 7.0 liter LS7.

A review of the 2013 Chevrolet Suburban: America's oldest model is better than ever

By Patrick Rall on April 8, 2013 - 5:01PM

The Chevrolet Suburban is the longest running vehicle nameplate in the American auto industry with the first version being introduced way back in 1933 and after an incredible 80 years on the market – the 2013 Chevrolet Suburban LTZ is a clear illustration of why this brawny SUV is still one of best options in the segment.

Peyton Manning in new 2013 Buick Verano TV commercial

Peyton Manning almost gets "blindsided" driving Buick Verano

By Denis Flierl on April 7, 2013 - 8:10AM

Peyton Manning is one of the highest paid quarterbacks in the NFL and needs to be protected from being blindsided. Does the 2013 Buick Verano really keep him safe?

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible

First 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray sold for a cool mil, benefits cancer charity

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2013 - 11:47PM

Tonight at the Palm Beach Barrett Jackson Auto Auction, the right to own the very first 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible was auctioned off to the highest bidder and when the final gavel came down - NASCAR team owner Rick Hendrick won the rights to 2014 Stingray Convertible #1 with a winning big of $1,000,000.

March 2013 electric car sales best ever according to EDTA, led by Leaf and Model S sales

By David Herron on April 5, 2013 - 7:55PM

Nissan Leaf and Tesla Model S sales are surging, leading to the highest ever monthly sales of electric cars for March 2013.

Camaro leads March 2013 muscle car sales - Challenger posts best month ever

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2013 - 5:37PM

For the third time this year and the ninth time in the last fifteen months, the Chevrolet Camaro was the top dog in the American muscle car segment in March 2013 - outselling the Ford Mustang and the Dodge Challenger even though the Mustang had a strong March and the Challenger posted its best sales month ever.

The 33 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Convertibles on the Brickyard

GM delivers 33 Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Convertible Indy 500 Festival Cars

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2013 - 3:27PM

General Motors will use the 2013 Indy 500 to showcase the new Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Edition Convertible – a droptop version of the gorgeous life sized toy that debuted at the 2012 SEMA Show in coupe form.

A 2014 Cadillac CTS Coupe could be on the way

By Patrick Rall on April 5, 2013 - 1:01PM

When it was learned last year that the Cadillac CTS would be redesigned for 2014, it was widely expected that the lower volume CTS Coupe and CTS Sport Wagon would not be returning but rumors have surfaced that the next generation 2-door CTS Coupe could be in the works.

GM issues recall for 2013 Buick Encore because the steering wheel might fall off

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2013 - 4:27PM

General Motors has issued a bazaar recall and a stop sale order for the 2013 Buick Encore over a concern that the steering wheel may not have been fastened down properly - which could lead to the steering wheel coming loose of the steering column while being driven.

Nissan Leaf posts best month ever, beats Chevy Volt in March sales

By Patrick Rall on April 4, 2013 - 12:30PM

The Chevrolet Volt has badly beaten the Nissan Leaf in monthly sales by a margin of better than 2-to-1 over the first two months of 2013 but in March, the Leaf battled back – posting the best sales month ever for the all-electric Nissan since being introduced in late 2010.

Chevy Volt owners exceeding 98 MPGe fuel efficiency, to save money on gasoline

By David Herron on April 3, 2013 - 6:37PM

GM's plug-in electrified car, the Chevy Volt, combines an efficient electric drive and an inefficient gasoline drive in a way that has allowed some Volt owners to drive thousands of miles between fillups.

Check out the 2014 Cadillac CTS in action on a road course (Video)

By Patrick Rall on April 2, 2013 - 5:29PM

While you have probably seen the 2014 Cadillac CTS from every angle since making its big debut last week at the 2014 New York International Auto Show, General Motors has put together a new video showing the all new CTS in action on a road course with the standard V6 under the hood.

Only 30% of Chevy dealerships to get 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

By Patrick Rall on April 1, 2013 - 11:48AM

Due to the concerns about the early demand for the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray grossly exceeding production capacity, General Motors has laid out restrictions for those dealerships looking to get their hands on the new Stingray – meaning that only about 30% of the Chevrolet dealerships in the country will be able to sell the new C7 when it arrives later this year.

The taillight of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS

Lest ye forget: The refreshed 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS

By Patrick Rall on March 27, 2013 - 6:11PM

While we are still trying to calm down from the excitement of the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 debut, it is important to remember that the original Camaro news was the exterior refresh so to reflect a bit on the non-Z/28 related changes for the 2014 model year, we present to you the 2014 Camaro SS.

The 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 debuts as the most track capable Camaro ever

By Patrick Rall on March 27, 2013 - 4:57PM

General Motors has just dropped the details on the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 – a 500+ horsepower muscle car that the company is touting as the most track capable Camaro ever – with the 2013 New York International Auto Show being the debut location for this incredible new super Camaro.

GM drops full details on the 2014 Cadillac CTS, announces new Vsport package

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 7:44PM

The 2014 Cadillac CTS will make its virtual debut later tonight but General Motors has announced a full spread of details on the gorgeous new midsized luxury sedan along with re-issuing the leaked images that we have drooled over these past two days with some shots that we had not previously enjoyed.

Refreshed 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS revealed on daytime TV (More official images added)

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 1:52PM

In what can only be described as an unusual move by General Motors, the 2014 Chevrolet Camaro SS made its world debut on Live with Kelly and Michael – giving us a great look at the refreshed Chevy muscle car ahead of tomorrow’s debut at the New York International Auto Show.

Chevrolet Performance Camaro rolling chassis

Chevrolet Camaro rolling chassis drag package priced at $55k, on sale this week

By Patrick Rall on March 26, 2013 - 12:40PM

Those hardcore drag racers who are looking to build their own 8-second 2013 Chevrolet Camaro rather than buying the mighty COPO Camaro drag racing package will be able to begin the process as the new Chevrolet Performance Camaro rolling chassis goes on sale this Thursday with a price of just $55,000.

New leaked 2014 Cadillac CTS images reveal the whole sedan - inside and out

By Patrick Rall on March 25, 2013 - 9:18PM

While the mysterious images of the 2014 Cadillac CTS that we showed you yesterday offered a look at many of the features of the new luxury sedan – today we get a look at pretty much the entire car both inside and out.

The 2014 Cadillac CTS front, rear and interior revealed ahead of NY debut (Images)

By Patrick Rall on March 24, 2013 - 5:18PM

The redesigned 2014 Cadillac CTS will make its grand debut later this week at the 2013 New York Auto Show but thanks to the wonders of the internet – we get an early look at the sexy new midsized luxury sedan in a series of images that appear to be teasers offered up by General Motors although my source believed that these were leaked company images.

The 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray priced at $71,860* - and you can win one from GM

By Patrick Rall on March 21, 2013 - 12:34PM

Since the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray debuted in January, the biggest questions have focused around the price of the awesome new American sports car and according to the fine print in a new GM contest – the 2014 Corvette Stingray being given away has an approximate retail value of $71,860.

President Obama's Cadillac limo fails in Israel - due to human error

By Patrick Rall on March 20, 2013 - 12:56PM

President Barack Obama is in Israel today but his first trip there as President got off to a rocky start this morning when his Cadillac limousine failed to start after the wrong type of fuel was used to fill the tank.

GM recalls Cadillac SRX, Buick LaCrosse over transmission software defect

By Anthony Faccenda on March 20, 2013 - 11:31AM

General Motors is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac SRX luxury crossovers and Buick LaCrosse sedans over a software problem, which may cause the transmission to unexpectedly slip from manual to automatic mode.

2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray sport wagon coming from Callaway

By Patrick Rall on March 18, 2013 - 6:37PM

While we have talked about a great many possible variants of the new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray, the folks at Callaway are taking modification a step further with their upcoming 2014 Corvette AeroWagon Concept – a vehicle which could become a production reality if there is enough interest from the consumer market.

Chevy Volt may get 3 cylinder engine for GM's corporate fuel efficiency goals

By David Herron on March 18, 2013 - 5:04PM

The smaller engine should reduce the Volt's weight, further increase fuel efficiency, and help GM to contribute to the overall goal to reduce fossil fuel consumption, reduce the environmental impact and improve national energy security.

The new twin turbo V6 for the 2014 Cadillac CTS

2014 Cadillac CTS to pack twin turbocharged V6 with big power (video)

By Patrick Rall on March 18, 2013 - 12:44PM

General Motors has confirmed that when the 2014 Cadillac CTS debuts next week at the 2013 New York Auto Show, the next generation CTS will be powered by a new twin turbocharged 3.6L V6 that produces an incredible 420 horsepower and 430lb-ft of torque – making the 2014 CTS one of the most powerful options in the luxury midsize sedan segment.

US Government sells $489 million in GM stock in February

By Patrick Rall on March 13, 2013 - 3:30PM

According to a report issued to Congress on Monday, the United States Treasury Department sold $489.9 million worth of General Motors stock in the month of February – raising the total dollar value on GM stock sold by the feds this year to $646.3 million.

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