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Commonly known as GM, this Detroit based giant was the worlds largest automaker based on sales in 2011. GM distributes cars worldwide through its many subsidiary brands, the big ones being Chevrolet, GMC, Buick, Cadillac, Opel, Vauxhall and Holden. GM also lays claim to the longest built car nameplate with the Suburban.
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Colombian GM Workers Sew Mouths Shut in Protest – Video
A group of former workers for General Motors in Colombia are taking drastic measures to protest against the American automaker. The workers were fired after suffering alleged severe workplace injuries at the Bogota factory, and have been demanding compensation.
Auto Bailout Cost Increased to $25 Billion
The auto bailout has been debated time and time again, on whether it was worth American taxpayers’ money, despite saving a million jobs. A recent poll found that the majority of Americans still opposed the auto bailout, and a recent report that the cost has now been increased to $25 billion doesn’t help its cause.
GM CEO Decries Loose Lipped Workers
Dan Akerson, CEO of General Motors, is more than a little upset that workers seem to be disloyal to their employer, something he made clear during an employee meeting and conference call on Thursday.
GM Hints at 100 Mile Electric Range Volt
Something might be amiss in the world when bringing battery technology up to par is considered a “game changer” as GM CEO Dan Akerson described it in an employee meeting, but then again maybe not.
General Motors Looks to Shed Weight With Lightweight Steel
GM Ventures is a subsidiary of General Motors created to invest in promising automotive technologies, and the brands latest investment has just gone to NanoSteel, a manufacturer of lightweight, high strength steel.
Manchester United Fans Call for Boycott of Sponsors, Including Chevrolet
It all started back in May, when General Motors and Manchester United first discussed forging an advertising partnership. Then GM ousted its Global Marketing head Joel Ewanick, a mere 48 hours before the record sponsorship deal was done.
Spyker Sues GM for $3 Billion Over Saab Buyout
Here we go again. Just when we thought the Saab buyout saga would be coming to a quiet conclusion, Dutch automaker Spyker has filed a lawsuit against General Motors on behalf of Saab, accusing GM of intentionally driving Saab into bankruptcy.
Ford and GM Fall, Germany and Japan Gain: July Car Sales
After all the automakers reported a solid sales performance in June , July did not produce the same result, with Ford dropping four percent, while GM is reporting a six percent decrease in sales.
GM Global Marketing Head Joel Ewanick Leaves Company
The man behind the clever tweets during the controversy with GM’s Super Bowl ad and the automaker’s controversial Facebook ad pull has left General Motors.
General Motors Mulls Pulling Penn State Sponsorship
After the recent child sex abuse scandal at Penn State, General Motors is considering pulling its sponsorship money out of the university.
Toyota on Track to Regain Title As World’s Largest Automaker
Toyota has announced its sales figures for the first half of 2012, and the numbers look like Toyota will be able to beat out GM and Volkswagen in sales for 2012. In the first six months of this year the Japanese automaker sold 4.97 million vehicles.
GM Suing Underperforming Dealerships
A swath of GM dealers chose to bet the farm in the hope of keeping their franchises amid the automaker’s massive 2009 restructuring, but that decision is turning out to be a bad one for at least eight locations.
GM Product Lineup 70 Percent Refreshed by End of 2013
2009 saw General Motors putting cars on hold to get back on track financially, and now that things are looking up, the General plans to have 70 percent of its lineup either all new or refreshed by the end of 2013.
Feature: GM’s eAssist Hybrid Bet Doesn’t Pay Off
Currently available on three models, GM’s eAssist technology is a product and packaging gamble the automaker has made that does not appear to be paying off. While the first two Buick models to receive the mild-hybrid system received modest praise, the new Chevy Malibu Eco has drawn so much criticism it was recently named “the…
GM Promotes Car Sharing Through OnStar
GM is introducing a new way for people who own its cars to make money: integrating a car sharing service with OnStar.
2014 GM Trucks to Lanch with 6-Speed Transmissions, 8-Speeds to Follow
GM plans to release its revamped lineup of trucks next year as 2014 models, and it appears that the American automaker won’t be equipping them with eight-speed automatic transmissions – at least not yet.
Half-Ton Pickup Truck Fuel Economy Takes New Priority
Marketing for the half-ton pickup segment will change tack this fall with Ford and Chrysler facing off in a new realm: fuel economy.
Four of Top Five Most American Cars are Japanese
The Toyota Camry earned the top slot in Cars.com‘s annual American-Made Index. This is the fourth year in a row that the Camry has placed first. The Ford F-150 is in second, with the Honda Accord, Toyota Sienna and Honda Pilot following. Moving outside the top five, the Toyota Tundra took seventh.
GM Files Trademark for ‘Dockspot’ Wireless Charging System
Following in Chrysler’s footsteps, General Motors has filed for a trademark on the name ‘Dockspot,’ which will adorn the company’s upcoming wireless charging system for hand-held devices.
11 Future Hybrids Heading to Dealers Soon
Even though they’ve been around for well over a decade now, hybrids still have that ‘new technology’ feel. Consumers continue to be apprehensive to hybrid technology and there’s plenty of misinformation surrounding it.
General Motors Adds ‘CIL’ and ‘Electra’ to Trademarks
After yesterday’s reveal that General Motors has trademarked ‘Cadillac LTS,’ news broke that ‘CIL’ and ‘Electra’ has also joined GM’s recent trademark filings.
Cadillac LTS Trademarked, Rumored as New Flagship
Cadillac‘s sedan lineup currently consists of the ATS, CTS, and XTS models, but an LTS could be joining the family soon.
Apple Voice Recognition Adopted by Nine Automakers
Apple, the technology guru, is teaming up with major automotive manufacturers to bring its Siri voice-recognition personal assistant system to a long list of cars.
Luxury Pickup Demand Heating Up
In the heavy-duty segment, it also seems buyers are also willing to pay more for trucks loaded with creature comforts. Among GMC’s Sierra HD line, the luxury lined Denali is accounting for 35 percent of total sales last year, versus 15 percent in 2010.
