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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.

Chevy Bolt EV Interior Infotainment Screen
Maximizing Chevy Bolt EV Charge Limit Software
By Eric Way on October 15, 2019 - 11:18AM
GM has made a number of improvements to the Chevy Bolt EV's software, including features that control the battery charge level. Let's look at how these systems work and how they should be used.
Chevy Bolt EV Sunny Beach
Solar Panels on the Chevy Bolt EV
By Eric Way on October 12, 2019 - 12:59PM
The Chevy Bolt EV is a pure, battery electric car, so it would make sense to offer a solar panel option. Let's look at whether solar panels on an EV would work, how much they might cost, and the benefits we could see out of them.
Chevy Bolt EV Charging Electrify America
2020 Chevy Bolt EV DC Fast Charging Predictions
By Eric Way on October 10, 2019 - 11:25AM
The 2020 Chevy Bolt EV is about to be released, and with the new battery, we should see new DC fast charging speeds. Let's look at some of the most likely predictions.
My chevy bolt at evgo black
Results of My 1,000-Mile Trip in a Chevy Bolt EV
By Eric Way on October 9, 2019 - 11:17AM
People still has how far, how fast, and how much when it comes to traveling in an electric car. Here are the results of my 1,000-mile trip through California in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV.
2017 Chevy Bolt EV Electrify America
2017 Chevy Bolt EV Trip Report: The First 500 Miles
By Eric Way on October 6, 2019 - 11:56AM
This article is the second part of my three-part series detailing how to drive long distances in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV. Let's dive into the details of the first 500 miles of the trip.
Chevy Bolt Electric Vehicles at Chargepoint
My Trip Planning for a 1,000 Mile Chevy Bolt Road Trip
By Eric Way on October 5, 2019 - 11:55AM
Many people who are considering buying an electric car need to make occasional make long trips, but they wonder whether they can. In this three-part series, I will share how I plan and execute my regular 1,000-mile trips in a 2017 Chevy Bolt EV.
Black Chevy Bolt EV charging
Chevy Bolt EV Battery Health After 100,000 Miles
By Eric Way on October 3, 2019 - 10:41AM
All-electric vehicle batteries degrade and lose capacity over time. My Chevy Bolt EV just passed 100,000 miles, so let's look at how much capacity it's lost in three years.
GM Needs to Flex Its Hydrogen Fuel Cell Muscles
By Eric Way on October 2, 2019 - 11:17AM
GM is one of the leaders in hydrogen fuel cell technology, but they haven't offered the technology to the public. Here's why they should consider it.
UAW taps strike fund.
The United Auto Workers Pay Themselves $250 Each From Strike Fund Holding Nearly 1$ Billion
By John Goreham on October 1, 2019 - 1:20PM
The United Auto Workers have paid themselves from their strike fund. Here's how much the fund holds.
Two reasons the UAW strike against GM continues.
Two Reasons The UAW Strike Against GM Has Entered A Third Week
By John Goreham on September 30, 2019 - 10:16AM
As the United Auto Workers' strike against GM enters its third week, there are two reasons why GM hasn't hurried its concessions.
Chevy Bolt EV Road Trips
Five Inspiring Chevy Bolt EV Road Trips
By Eric Way on September 28, 2019 - 1:31PM
Chevy Bolt EV owners have completed some amazing road trips in their all-electric car. Here are five of those trips and some of the important lessons we can learn from them.
Chevy Bolt EV Front Side View
Chevy Bolt EV Spy Shots: A Little Disappointing
By Eric Way on September 26, 2019 - 3:26PM
The recent spy shots and updates for the Chevy Bolt EV provide a lot hints about what we can expect out of future GM electric cars. Some of the changes are exciting while some are a little disappointing.
Black Chevy Bolt EV Front Side View
A Chevy Bolt EV Caught on Fire: Possible Causes
By Eric Way on September 24, 2019 - 11:08AM
The first ever Chevy Bolt EV fire was reported. I look at why it might have happened and explain why Bolt EV owners have nothing to worry about.
Chevrolet Bold EV Charging
Fixing Chevy Bolt EV and Spark EV Charging Systems
By Eric Way on September 23, 2019 - 11:18AM
Several notable issues have come to light with the Chevy Bolt EV and Spark EV DC fast charging systems. I quickly review the issues and discuss what can be done to address them.
Chevy Bolr EV cars and a buying guide
Chevy Bolt EV (or Any EV) Buying Guide
By Eric Way on September 21, 2019 - 6:25PM
This is my Chevy Bolt EV story and a buying guide. I discuss what you should consider before purchasing an electric vehicle.
Chevrolet Silverado Possibly Electric Pickup Truck
GM Full Size Electric Truck Might Be in Development
By Eric Way on September 19, 2019 - 11:27AM
GM's fully electric truck might already be in development. Let's take a quick look at what we can expect in terms of price, range, and capabilities.
Chevy Bolt EV Infotainment Screen
GM Cars To Use Google Android Operating System Significantly Improving EV Experience
By Eric Way on September 18, 2019 - 11:09AM
GM plans to use Google's Android operating system in their cars. This change could significantly improve the electric vehicle driving experience.
The Corvette Plant Is Now Building 2020 C8 Corvette Stingrays For Public Sales
By Justin Nohe on September 2, 2019 - 12:14AM
The 2020 C8 Corvette has been a long time in the making and even after the reveal on July 18th we haven't seen any actual production model Corvettes but now it looks like they are finally being built for public sale
Red 2020 C8 Chevrolet Corvette Mid-Engine Stingray side view
How GM Just Grabbed Th Attention of The Entire World With Its New 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray
By Michael Brink on August 19, 2019 - 8:44AM
GM just grabbed the attention of the entire world with its new 2020 C8 Corvette Stingray. With GM releasing the top speed of this C8, to say it impresses people is an understatement.
Clarence Garner of Torque News in front of the 2020 Chevy Corvette in C8 unveling in Tustin California
GM Engineers Talk About Transformations from C7 Corvette to C8 Mid-Engine Corvette and Driver Modes
By Clarence Garner on August 15, 2019 - 12:09PM
At the C8 Corvette debut on July 18, 2019, I had a once-in-a-lifetime chance to speak with the engineers and designers of the all new 2020 Corvette. The C8 is a huge transformation from the front-engine, seventh-generation Corvette. Read about how the engineers describe this awesome transformation.
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Red Color
2020 Corvette's No Manual Transmission Is Partly Generational Partly Dealership
By Dean McManis on July 30, 2019 - 10:17AM
Many of Torque News readers already know that the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette will not have a manual transmission. I think, it's partly generational and partly a dealership issue. Here is why. By the way according to a GM source, the 2020 C8 Corvette has already hit the first year of production numbers with pre-orders, but is not sold-out as reported by number of automotive news outlets.
2019 Cadillac Escalade Front
How will the Cadillac Escalade stay GM's profit leader with their promise of an EV future
By Dean McManis on July 24, 2019 - 11:00AM
A big SUEV like a Cadillac Escalade EV would sell really well under the Cadillac banner, but just like Tesla's Maxwell battery initiative, GM also needs to come up with some revolutionary EV battery initiative of their own to get head of competition. Producing an affordable EV battery will be a decisive factor in taking electric cars to the next generation.
C8 Corvette
The New 2020 C8 Corvette Will Carry The "Stingray" Moniker
By Justin Nohe on July 15, 2019 - 9:34PM
More details are coming out for the new 2020 C8 Corvette and we now know that it will, in fact carry the Stingray moniker.
chevy bolt ev reliability
Assessing Chevy Bolt EV Reliability After Almost 3 Years on the Road
By Steve Birkett on July 10, 2019 - 6:03PM
GM’s first all-electric vehicle hit some dealerships in late 2016, so how is the Chevy Bolt EV’s reliability holding up as some early adopters hit six figures on the odometer?
General Motors GM RenCen entrance
General Motors HQ Acknowledges the Future, But Puts the Past Up Front
By Steve Birkett on July 6, 2019 - 1:01PM
A visit to the Renaissance Center in Detroit reveals a desire to drive electrification and new technology, but the most prominent displays show an inescapable dilemma for General Motors.
2020 Chevrolet Silverado Rolls Off the Line
What GM's $150 Million Investment Will Get Them
By Mary Conway on June 13, 2019 - 9:46PM
General Motors is investing $150 million into its Flint Truck plant. How much will the huge investment help them?
GM Bechtel Charging Network
What Kind of Charging Network Can GM and Bechtel Build with $0 Down?
By Steve Birkett on June 13, 2019 - 6:00PM
One of the main criticisms laid at the door of General Motors and its commitment to electric vehicles is the lack of any viable charging network. Despite a nationwide chain of Chevy dealerships, many of which are located in places that could desperately use some DC fast charging hardware, GM has done very little to meet this need.
2019 Chevy Bolt Improvements
3 Reasons the Chevy Bolt EV is Already Outdated (and What GM Can Do to Fix It)
By Steve Birkett on June 13, 2019 - 5:18PM
Ah, General Motors... love them or loathe them, EV enthusiasts and Bolt owners must admit that with the Chevy Bolt, GM was able to make a great electric car.
2019 Chevrolet Bolt
2019 Chevy Bolt Hasn’t Been Selling Very Well, and It Isn’t The Car’s Fault
By Al Castro on June 13, 2019 - 6:54AM
After Volt is gone, GM and the government have huge incentives available for 2019 Chevrolet Bolt. You might pay $30,000 for a $44,000 Premier version of Battery Electric Chevy Bolt.
American brands shift to imported crossovers.
U.S. Automakers Replacing Discontinued Sedans With Imported Crossovers
By John Goreham on June 10, 2019 - 3:18PM
As the family car turns into the family crossover, the trend is clear - U.S. automakers want to import these vehicles rather than build them in America.
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