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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.

2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV
On Heels of Popular Super Bowl EV Ads, GM Increasing EV Commitment
By Mary Conway on February 14, 2022 - 8:59PM
The Super Bowl was all about nostalgia. GM is getting rave reviews for its Sopranos style ad featuring the 2024 Silverado EV, as well as its ad convincing Dr. Evil to solve climate change.
Image of Chevrolet Bolt and Toyota RAV4 Prime courtesy of MF
GM Losing Important U.S. Electric Vehicle Customers To Competitors - Here’s Why
By John Goreham on February 8, 2022 - 11:20AM
Two years after GM declared that its all-electric future was now, the company is losing critical American-market customers to competitors. Here’s why an important part of GM’s customer base is leaving for other brands.
Cadillac Lyriq, Kia EV6, and Toyota Prius Prime
Battle for 3rd place: Kia vs Toyota vs GM In 2022 U.S. Plug-In Vehicle Market
By Justin Hart on February 4, 2022 - 2:28AM
After Tesla and Ford, GM had the best selling fully electric vehicle in the U.S. in 2021, the Chevy Bolt, at 24,803 combined for the two different models (EV and EUV). Thus, GM has set a precedent and may be able to compete for one of the top spots in 2022 BEV sales too, depending.
Silverado RST headlight
GM CEO Barra Confident GM Can Overtake Tesla Despite Conflicting Sales Picture
By Carl Malek on January 31, 2022 - 4:19PM
The race between GM and Tesla is tightening up as the two firms prepare for a fierce war of sales attrition in the EV wars. GM CEO Mary Barra is confident the company can overtake Tesla despite a sluggish start to sales.
GM CEO Mary Barra Takes First Driverless Ride in a Cruise Vehicle
GM CEO Mary Barra Takes Her First Ride in a Driverless Cruise Vehicle
By Mary Conway on January 28, 2022 - 9:29PM
GM's top executive tweeted out a video of herself riding in an autonomous Chevrolet Bolt vehicle with the head of Cruise. Barra says while inside the vehicle, "It's too bad we have to wear masks because I can't stop smiling."
Hummer EV Ultium Platform
Michigan Approves GM EV Investments, $824M Investment Will Create 4,000 Jobs
By Carl Malek on January 25, 2022 - 11:35AM
GM has been working diligently to secure the final pieces for two major Michigan EV investments which would help breathe new life into both the Delta Township and Orion Assembly plants. While GM still has to polish some final details, the state of Michigan just gave GM a huge lift by approving the $824 million investment plan
Lansing Delta Assembly Plant
GM Rumored To Announce Duet Of Michigan EV Investments Next Week
By Carl Malek on January 22, 2022 - 5:34PM
General Motors has been teasing some form of investment for two of its plants in Michigan for a while now. However, a new set of rumors suggest that the company could issue a statement as early as next week on where things formally stand.
GM Mobile Power Generator
GM Plans to Sell Mobile Generators and Charging Stations Using its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
By Mary Conway on January 19, 2022 - 10:28PM
GM announced a new partnership to expand using its fuel cell technology beyond powering trucks, planes and trains. One type of fuel cell can be used to power charging stations to charge vehicles likes the Chevrolet Silverado EV.
GM Receives Tax Abatement For Proposed Orion Assembly Plant Upgrades
By Carl Malek on January 19, 2022 - 4:04PM
When we last heard word on GM's plans to upgrade the 50 year old Orion Assembly Plant, the car giant was trying to secure a tax abatement from Orion Township to help convert it into a cog in its EV producing machine. In a welcome update, GM has confirmed that it has received the abatement.
F-150 Lightning EV pickup
Ford F-150 Lightning EV vs Chevrolet Silverado EV RST A Battle of Numbers
By Carl Malek on January 15, 2022 - 6:22PM
The Ford F-150 Lightning is facing a growing pool of competition as it prepares to enter the EV pickup segment. A new arrival in the pool is the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST. How do these two stack up in a battle of statistics?
Hummer SUV
GM Losing Momentum To Ford In EV Wars, Will It Recover Lost Ground?
By Carl Malek on January 15, 2022 - 2:27PM
Recent reports have claimed that GM is losing precious ground and momentum to Ford as the race to electrification picks up steam. But what's really going on, and does GM have a chance to regain some lost ground?
GM to Start Selling Battery Technology to Fund Future EVs
GM to Start Selling Battery Technology to Raise Money for Development of EVs Like Silverado E
By Mary Conway on December 22, 2021 - 7:23PM
As I first reported back in June, General Motors will start selling its battery and fuel cell technology to raise its overall revenue. Much of the money will be used to fund future EV projects like the Silverado E. The plan includes great news for all classic car lovers and owners.
Brigghtdrop EV van front fascia
Fedex Recieves First Deliveries Of Brightdrop EV600
By Carl Malek on December 18, 2021 - 8:47PM
With all the attention that GM's Ultium powered vehicles have received, it can be easy to forget that the company is also expanding its commercial vehicle operations with the upstart Brightdrop sub-brand aiming to appeal to commercial customers. That includes FedEx with the delivery giant receiving its first batch of EV600 vans.
Ford F-150 Lightning and GMC Hummer EV
GM and Ford are not likely to beat Tesla in U.S. EV sales by 2025
By Justin Hart on December 17, 2021 - 9:27PM
The race is on! Multiple manufacturers are vying to beat or compete with Tesla in terms of EV market share in the U.S. As I discussed in a previous article, that is going to be very hard to accomplish. Let’s look at sales forecasts and ambitions from the two other U.S. automakers, GM and Ford, through the end of the decade to break this down a bit.
Bolt side profile
General Motors May Be Stuck With Bolt Despite Reasons To Ax It
By Carl Malek on December 13, 2021 - 3:47PM
The ongoing Bolt battery recall and the subsequent stop in production would make many automakers call it quits on such a problematic model. However, a new report suggests that GM may be faced with more headaches if it formally axes the Bolt from its lineup
GM Delta Assembly Plant overview
GM Exploring $2.5 Billion Investment For Lansing Area Battery Plant
By Carl Malek on December 10, 2021 - 3:31PM
The move to enhance the production of components for the broader EV segment is moving at a rapid pace but while other parts of the country are getting battery plants and other facilities, Michigan has long been a locale viewing the action from a distance. A new report suggests that's now changing with the company exploring a potential investment for a Lansing area battery plant.
Bolt EUV grille 1
LG Energy Solution Seeks To Raise $10.8 Billion To Cover Bolt Recall
By Carl Malek on December 7, 2021 - 3:40PM
The financial pain that GM battery supplier LG Energy has endured to cover the ongoing Bolt battery so far has been immense with the company setting aside $918 million to cover it. However, it appears that LG is entering uncharted territory, with the company announcing an IPO to help raise an additional $10.8 billion.
Image of Mazda MX-30 by John Goreham
Forget Tesla, Mazda Sold More EVs than General Motors In November
By John Goreham on December 3, 2021 - 1:44PM
Step back and realize that Mazda sells more battery-electric vehicles right now in America than many much larger automobile manufacturers. Including our President's favorite.
Mary Barra
GM CEO Mary Barra Refuses To Acknowledge Tesla In Interview
By Carl Malek on November 29, 2021 - 6:33PM
GM and Tesla are ramping up their war in the EV segment, and things are heating up with GM CEO Mary Barra refusing to acknowledge the California-based EV maker during a recent interview.
2022 GM Hummer EV
Why The Hummer EV Is A Waste Of Time
By Peter Neilson on November 24, 2021 - 8:04PM
GM is notorious for doing cool things then, abandoning the idea. Here is why I think GM will build then abandon their EV plans including the Hummer EV.
HUmmer EV pickup night shot
GMC Confirms 329 Mile Range For Hummer EV
By Carl Malek on November 23, 2021 - 7:25PM
GMC is ramping up preparations for the launch of the Hummer EV lineup, and has rapidly accelerated this effort with a series of bombshell details that add more weight to GM's claims of it being a revolutionary force in the EV segment with the company revealing the final range for the Edition 1 and when the first deliveries will begin.
Bolt EV
New Details Emerge On Possible Culprit For Ongoing Bolt Battery Crisis
By Carl Malek on November 16, 2021 - 2:11PM
The Chevrolet Bolt has been hobbled by an ongoing battery fire recall and investigation but a new report appears to shed some new details on what's exactly going on, while also showing the challenges involved in making sure it doesn't happen again.
GM Ultium wall charger
General Motors To Help Dealers Expand EV Charging Network, Commits To 40K Units
By Carl Malek on October 27, 2021 - 3:18PM
The road to electrification is rapidly becoming a very profitable venture for many automakers, but GM wants to eliminate some of the anxiety of finding a charging station with an all-new charging station initiative.
GM Reveals EV Motors For 2022 Hummer EV Use Less Rare Earth Metals, Possibly Points To Long Term Sustainability
By Carl Malek on October 19, 2021 - 9:47PM
The electric vehicle race is picking up steam but the surge in demand has also put increased demand on precious rare metals. With the limited availability of these materials, GM recently revealed how the 2022 GMC Hummer EV not only reduces the amount of materials needed for its electric motors, but also how it uses the metals it does have in a sustainable way.
Mary Barra and the Cadillac Lyriq
Mary Barra Talks Candidly About GM's EV Plans, Details Competition With Tesla And New Vehicle Rollout
By Carl Malek on October 19, 2021 - 12:11AM
GM has been very transparent about various aspects of its long-term EV plans, but we have not heard much from Mary Barra on her thoughts on how GM is doing on these plans, as well as her views on competing with Tesla. The wait is now over with the GM CEO sharing her thoughts and views on the current pace of electrification within the company.
2021 Chevrolet Blazer Premier Pictured
GM Seeks To Dethrone Tesla From EV Sales Throne With Help Of $30,000 EV SUV
By Carl Malek on October 8, 2021 - 5:32PM
Tesla may currently hold the throne at the moment when it comes to overall EV sales, but their iron grip on the sales throne could potentially be coming to an end, with GM revealing plans to challenge them with a new $30,000 EV SUV
GM Planning Chevrolet Equinox EV
GM Hopes to Double Its Revenue, Adds Plans for Electric Equinox and Smaller Electric SUV
By Mary Conway on October 7, 2021 - 10:58PM
During its investor presentations this week, GM outlined its hopes for doubling its revenue by leveraging some of its platforms and products. It also disclosed plans to electrify the Chevrolet Equinox and develop a smaller, electric SUV.
GM Reveals That It Will Be opening New Battery Cell Lab, Will Help Broader Plan To Cut
By Carl Malek on October 5, 2021 - 12:44PM
General Motors is putting the final touches on its plan to dominate the EV market, and it has unveiled plans to open a new battery lab that will not only help lower costs for the company and consumers but also potentially expand the range that future EV offerings can provide on a single charge.
GMC Hummer EV water shot
Activist Investor Engine No.1 Buys Slice Of GM Stock, Fully Supports EV Plans
By Carl Malek on October 4, 2021 - 10:41PM
GM's plan towards an all EV future just received a massive boost thanks to a new investor who not only supports GM but also aims to contribute towards the implementation of these plans.
Chevrolet Bolt EUV image by John Goreham
Chevy Bolt Outsells Nissan Leaf 2 to 1 Despite Being Off the Market
By John Goreham on October 4, 2021 - 5:29PM
Although GM ceased new vehicle sales of the Bolt and Bolt EUV line during Q3, the results are still pretty solid.
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