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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 2012 Chevrolet Sonic configurator comes online
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 7:50PM
The 2012 Chevrolet Sonic enters the world with the hopes of exercising the devils of the Chevy Aveo that it is replacing and those wanting to get their hands on one of these spunky new Chevy B segment compacts can now build their dream Chevy Sonic on the Chevrolet website.
GM: No Buick Regal Wagon coming to the US
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 6:43PM
The Buick Regal is very closely based on the European Opel Insignia so when spyshots surfaced showing a Buick Regal Wagon in the Detroit area, many assumed that the Opel Insignia Sports Tourer would be making an appearance as a sports wagon for the Buick brand but according to multiple sources, that isn’t going to happen.
New Cadillac ATS teaser video shows a manual transmission
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 6:17PM
We are growing ever closer to the world’s first look at the Cadillac ATS (the vehicle dubbed GM’s BMW 3-Series fighter) and GM recently published a video on the internet of GM boss Mark Reuss driving the new ATS on a closed circuit – offering us a handful of quick looks at the interior features of the new sedan including Mr. Reuss rowing his own gears with the manual transmission.
The Camaro ZL1 is the most powerful new muscle car with 580hp/556tq
By Patrick Rall on September 9, 2011 - 11:06AM
Since we first learned that the 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 would feature the same supercharged LSA V8 found in the Cadillac V-Series lineup, there have been speculations as to how much power this new super-Camaro would offer but today, GM has announced that the ZL1 officially makes 580 horsepower and 556 lb-ft of torque – making it the most powerful Camaro in the model’s history.
Leasing cars sight unseen a growing trend
By Hawke Fracassa on September 8, 2011 - 8:44PM
Almost twice as many people since 2007 are leasing cars without test-driving them first, and most drivers are making the transactions over the Internet, according to LeaseTrader.com, which studies industry trends and statistics.
The 2012 Buick Verano priced starting at $23,470
By Patrick Rall on September 8, 2011 - 6:13PM
The Buick brand has seen strong growth over the past year thanks to new models like the LaCrosse, Enclave and the Regal with the 2012 Buick Verano expected to help this affordably luxury brand to enter the C-segment – with more success expected with the recently announced 2012 Verano MSRP of $23,470 (with the $885 destination fee).
GM Design merits “Cool Places to Work” designation
By Don Bain on September 7, 2011 - 5:03PM
GM Design, reportedly the industry's first and largest automotive design facility worldwide, has been named one of Crain's 2011 "Cool Places to Work," based on the ability to communicate with employees, attract/retain talent and create a productive work environment, among other criteria.
GM with boost from Buick sets August sales record in China
By Keith Griffin on September 7, 2011 - 11:54AM
GM and its domestic partners in China had a record August with sales up 13.4 percent year over year. Total sales on an annualized basis were 205,885 units with Buick being a strong driving force.
China is asking GM for Valuable Chevy Volt Information in Exchange for Market Access
By Kate McLeod on September 7, 2011 - 11:36AM
China wants GM to share valuable technology information about Chevy Volt to give the company access to its market with subsidies.
Ford UAW members draw closer to striking
By Patrick Rall on September 6, 2011 - 6:35PM
According to multiple sources including the Detroit News, the 42 Union Auto Worker’s Locals around the country were asked to place their votes on whether or not they are willing to go on strike and while not all of those Locals have reported their results, those who have announced their results are 97% in favor of walking out.
Test Drive GM cars and help donate Cell Phones for Soldiers
By KC Kelly on September 6, 2011 - 12:25PM
The General Motors Group and Affinion Loyalty Group are teaming up to host a GM ride and drive event to support United States military troops. The drive will help acquire cell phone donations for our soldiers through the program called, “Cell Phones for Soldiers”.
President Obama: 'Best cars in the world' come from Detroit
By Hawke Fracassa on September 5, 2011 - 6:24PM
President Obama told 12,000 Detroiters at a Labor Day event in downtown Detroit this afternoon that Detroit produces "the best cars in the world." What follows is a complete recitation of the speech he gave, unedited and provided to TorqueNews.com by the White House.
Presidents want auto capital Detroit on their side
By Hawke Fracassa on September 5, 2011 - 3:14PM
When President Obama came and left my hometown of Detroit, the hub of the auto world, this Labor Day, it reminded me that when a president visits, there is no such thing as freedom of the press. The president's minions make sure of that. They set limits and rules, and we capitulate. Most journalists consider it a privilege to cover the president, no matter what the story is. It is a privilege. But it's also a pain in the butt.
GOP uses Obama's Detroit visit to raise money
By Hawke Fracassa on September 4, 2011 - 8:49PM
President Obama came to the union auto worker hotbed of Detroit this Labor Day to celebrate the value of Big Labor with people who make and assemble cars and trucks, and their families. While he did that, Michigan Republicans used his visit as an impetus to raise money.
General Motors shows strong growth in August, leads in sales
By Patrick Rall on September 2, 2011 - 5:22PM
General Motors had another good month in August 2011, moving 218,479 vehicles for an improvement of 18% over August last year – making them the top dog in terms of sales volume and third behind Nissan and Chrysler in terms of growth.
General Motors retains ex-Vice Chairman Bob Lutz as advisor
By Patrick Rall on September 2, 2011 - 4:05PM
Robert “Bob” Lutz is one of the most well-known men in the American automotive industry and after leaving General Motors on Mat 1st 2010 for retirement, the country’s largest automaker has announced the retention of Lutz to help “provide counsel to the senior leadership team of the company.”
Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition shatters production car ‘Ring record
By Patrick Rall on September 2, 2011 - 11:43AM
There has been no official word yet but according to multiple sources, the Lexus LFA Nürburgring Edition has shown that its name is more than a marketing scheme as this specially tuned Lexus supercar has reportedly set the new production car record on the Nürburgring Nordschleife course with a stunning lap of just 7:14.
Camaro beats the Mustang, Challenger and 370 in August 2011
By Patrick Rall on September 1, 2011 - 4:45PM
The Chevrolet Camaro once again lead the segment in sales, with the Chevy muscle besting the Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger and Nissan 370Z through August 2011 – the 7th time Chevy has lead the segment out of the 8 months of 2011.
Nissan Leaf outsells Chevy Volt by over 4 to 1 in August
By Patrick Rall on September 1, 2011 - 2:50PM
Sales figures for August 2011 are trickling in from around the world and once again, the Nissan Leaf has badly outsold the Chevrolet Volt for the 5th month in a row – this time by a margin of roughly 4.5 Leafs sold to every Volt.
The Chevrolet Volt reaching new areas, attracting new consumers
By Patrick Rall on August 31, 2011 - 3:25PM
General Motors expected that when the new electric powered Chevrolet Volt began hitting dealerships around the country, it would attract new buyers and as the Volt hits more and more regions of the US – dealerships are reporting that this innovative electric sedan is indeed bringing in new faces the their dealerships.
Ford union auto workers vote overwhelmingly to strike
By Patrick Rall on August 30, 2011 - 4:58PM
Ford is currently in talks with the Union Auto Workers over a new contract but with talks going very slowly, one major production facility has already voted to strike while another is currently voting with expectations of a similar decision.
Chevy Cruize
Chevy's Cruze driving into American hearts and driveways
By Don Bain on August 22, 2011 - 8:12PM
The Chevrolet Cruze took the top sales slot in July by retailing 24,648 cars, outperforming the Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra and Ford Focus while surprisingly outselling all cars of any size in June.
President Obama will address Detroit unions on Labor Day
By Hawke Fracassa on August 22, 2011 - 5:27PM
President Obama will travel to Detroit to deliver remarks at the Labor Day event sponsored by the Metro Detroit Central Labor Council, the White House said in a statement late this afternoon.
GM Performance Division highlights Chevy engines at 2011 Woodward Dream Cruise
By Frank Sherosky on August 21, 2011 - 12:45PM
GM Performance Division may always be present at the Woodward Dream Cruise, but the degree of participation for Chevrolet’s Centennial celebration was extraordinary in 2011 with a complete display of Chevrolet engines.
Everyday drivers will test advanced auto technology to see what works
By Hawke Fracassa on August 19, 2011 - 9:00PM
The U.S. Department of Transportation today assigned the University of Michigan to conduct a road safety field trial in Ann Arbor using new technology equipment in everyday vehicles in a real-time environment.
GM unveils the Cadillac Ciel Concept
By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2011 - 12:00PM
Last night in Pebble Beach, California, General Motors unveiled the latest chapter of their luxury brand as the sleek new Cadillac Ciel Concept was formally introduced.
The interior of the Cadillac Ciel Concept
By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2011 - 11:57AM
The back end of the Cadillac Ciel Concept
By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2011 - 11:56AM
A side profile of the Cadillac Ciel Concept
By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2011 - 11:55AM
The front end of the Cadillac Ciel Concept
By Patrick Rall on August 19, 2011 - 11:53AM
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