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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.

Explorer Feels The Semiconductor Shortage

Ford, Stellantis Lead Industry In Number Of Vehicles Dropped Due To Shortages

By Marc Stern on April 30, 2021 - 3:43AM

Ford and Stellantis were the two big names this week as the total number of vehicles dropped from production due to the semiconductor shortages were tallied. General Motors was a distant third.

The AC Shelby Cobra and the BMW iM2 Coupe, two very different vehicles

CARB Compliance And Why It Should Matter To You

By Frank DiMuccio on April 22, 2021 - 11:48AM

With offerings like the Dodge Charger and Challenger, the Chevrolet Camaro, and the Ford Mustang all being so near and dear to the hearts of automotive enthusiasts, it’s sometimes strange to think about where these icons of vehicular performance will wind up in the near future due to the changing demands of environmental protection.

Hong Guang MINI EV: A Master Microcar and Tesla's Biggest in China

By Samuel Kricsfeld on April 21, 2021 - 1:10PM

One of the world’s most distinctive microcars, the Wuling Hong Guang MINI EV, was launched in July of 2020. Built by SAIC Motor and General Motors, it looks like toddler’s shoe and is a big seller in China. Wulling MINI EV is Tesla's biggest and least costly rival in China.

Toyota bZ4X vs. Chevrolet Bolt EUV: Big Brands Bring Bold BEVs

By Samuel Kricsfeld on April 20, 2021 - 8:21PM

Toyota recently announced a new electric SUV, the bZ4X, as the first in a new “bZ” series of electric vehicles. Toyota developed the SUV jointly with Subaru and plans on releasing the bZ4X in 2022. General Motors is releasing its own electric SUV for 2022: the Bolt EUV. Both vehicles enter a rapidly developing segment - how do they compare?

Cybertruck vs. Hummer EV: Survey Shows a Clear Preference

By Samuel Kricsfeld on April 19, 2021 - 2:08PM

More people would consider buying a Tesla Cybertruck than the GMC Hummer EV, according to a recent study. Over 30% of the 1,097 people polled would consider the Cybertruck, while only 16% would consider the Hummer EV.

Lagging Behind: The Chevrolet Trax is Objectively Worse than its Competitors

By Samuel Kricsfeld on April 19, 2021 - 6:46AM

The Chevrolet Trax has been around in the United States since 2015 and is now entering its sixth year on the market, only mildly updated since its debut. Its job is simple: be an inoffensive subcompact crossover. Unfortunately, in such a competitive field, it is starting to lag.

Upclass Ford Lariat F-150 Affected By Slowdowns

Torque News Looks At Causes Of Shortages in Auto Industry; Sees More

By Marc Stern on April 19, 2021 - 2:28AM

In a story today, longtime Torque News reporter Marc Stern studies the reasons that the auto industry is facing rolling shutdowns and slowdowns and finds the root causes.

Early rendering of upcoming Spring Hill, TN, Ultium batter plant

GM's New Battery Plant With LG Energy Will Make Large Pouch-Style Cells

By Samuel Kricsfeld on April 17, 2021 - 6:01PM

General Motors continues its investments in electric vehicles with the recently announced Spring Hill, TN, battery cell manufacturing facility.

Tesla To Benefit More Than Legacy Auto From Biden’s $174B EV Bill - Morgan Stanley

By Tinsae Aregay on April 7, 2021 - 3:38AM

A note to clients out by Morgan Stanley says auto investors can't afford to not have Tesla in their portfolio. The note also discusses how the $174 billion Biden EV tax incentive will disproportionately benefit Tesla.

Electric Chevy Silverado And EV Hummer Could Challenge EV Ford F-150, Mustang Mach-E And Even Ford Bronco

By Jimmy Dinsmore on April 6, 2021 - 3:52PM

General Motors takes aim at Ford with announcement of all-electric Silverado. Much publicized Hummer EV could rival Mustang Mach-E and soon-to-be-released Ford Bronco.

Congress Must Pass The RPM Act To Save The Aftermarket Industry And Save The Racecars

By Jimmy Dinsmore on March 18, 2021 - 1:08PM

Those who modify vehicles for the purpose of racing them are currently in jeopardy of not being allowed to do so, under current interpretation of the Clean Air Act. The Recognizing the Protection of Motorsports Act (RPM) of 2019 has been reintroduced into Congress for vote and consideration. SEMA and others have started a petition to have their voices heard.

Prediction: The End Of The Gasoline Engine Is Not As Close As You Think

By Jimmy Dinsmore on February 27, 2021 - 4:24PM

As rumors swirl of major automakers shifting gears from internal combustion technology to electrification, many consumers seem frustrated and voice concern about the uncertain future of the car and truck. Truck owners especially can be counted in the skeptical category when it comes to electric vehicles, despite some biased surveys.

Airbag Popped In An Example of Takata Airbag Issue

Like Ford, General Motors Recalls Millions Of Vehicles In New Takata Recall Chapter

By Marc Stern on February 17, 2021 - 7:53PM

As we enter the second month of 2021 it becomes more and more obvious that the Takata airbag scandal will be with us for some time to come.

GM’s New SUV Has Better Range And Is $9,000 Cheaper Than The Tesla Model Y

By Tinsae Aregay on February 16, 2021 - 2:09AM

GM has unveiled their new Chevy Bolt EUV. The SUV has a better EPA estimated range and comes in $9000 cheaper than the Model Y.

Mustang Mach-E Hype Leads General Motors To Follow Suit With Corvette SUV

By Jimmy Dinsmore on January 15, 2021 - 1:53PM

An electrified Corvette is on the horizon, and according to rumors and a teased video from the Consumer Electronics Show a Corvette-inspired SUV could be coming by 2025. All this is reaction to the hype generated by the Ford Mustang Mach-E. Meanwhile, some early expected deliveries of Mach-E are already delayed.

GM Updates its Logo to Signal New EV Era

By Mary Conway on January 10, 2021 - 9:34PM

With products like the 2022 GMC Hummer EV Supertruck heading to market, GM is trying to look more modern. They are transforming their logo to reflect how the automaker is transforming.

GM Making Temp Workers Full Time as it Concentrates on 2021 Truck and SUV Production

By Mary Conway on January 4, 2021 - 10:49PM

General Motors is focusing on building more 2021 trucks and like the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and HD versions. The automaker announcing it is making 650 temp workers full time to crank out trucks, large SUVs and mid-size trucks.

These Vehicles From The Last 20 Years Should Have Never Been Cancelled

By Jimmy Dinsmore on December 3, 2020 - 3:55PM

With nameplates like Hummer and Supra returning, could we see the return of other discontinued vehicles? Some may not be classics or even iconic, but are still missed for a variety of reasons.

How To Adjust Your Head Up Display and Rear Vision Camera - Using Cadillac's CT5 As An Example

By John Goreham on November 19, 2020 - 10:52AM

Digital cameras that show you the view in your rear mirror are becoming more and more common. So too are head-up displays. Here is how you can adjust them so they work best for you.

How GM Transformed the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Pickup into a Military Supertruck

By Mary Conway on October 28, 2020 - 10:33PM

General Motors Defense is using GM's midsize truck chassis and transforming it into a troop carrier. Why the new vehicle should keep soldiers safer.

GMC Hummer EV Doesn't Stand A Chance Against The Tesla Cybertruck

By Tinsae Aregay on October 22, 2020 - 6:13AM

General Motors has unveiled its latest electric pickup truck the GMC Hummer EV. How does this compare with Tesla Cybertruck?

Reinventing Classic Cars With A Modern Day Mash Up

By Jimmy Dinsmore on September 11, 2020 - 1:04PM

Car insurance aggregating company renders mashed up, wacky versions of classic cars. The end result is interesting and at times appalling.

Why GM is Teaming Up With Nikola to Build Electric Trucks

By Mary Conway on September 9, 2020 - 10:08PM

GM and EV upstart Nikola are joining forces to accelerate the EV programs for both companies. GM will even build Nikola's Badger electric truck for them.

Chevy Bolt charging image by John Goreham

Future GM Electric Vehicles To Have 90% Less Battery Wiring

By John Goreham on September 9, 2020 - 10:45AM

General Motors announces a breakthrough in electric vehicle battery technology.

Chevy Bolt image courtesy of GM media support

Here's What One Notable Uber Driver Thinks About GM's Plan To Discount the Chevy Bolt EV

By John Goreham on September 9, 2020 - 10:29AM

General Motors is offering Uber drivers a significant discount on the cost of a new Chevy Bolt battery-electric vehicle. We reached out to one Uber driver we often refer to for information on both subjects for comment.