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General Motors Fires Exec for Fixing Emissions Tests
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General Motors has announced that it has fired its top powertrain executive, Sam Winegarden, over irregularities in the American automaker’s emission-testing programs in India.
Toyota Keeps Top Global Sales Spot Through June
Toyota looks poised to keep its title as the world’s top-selling auto maker, beating out General Motors once again.
New Cadillac Logo to Ditch Wreath Design
Cadillac is planning to scrap the laurel wreaths that surround its crest for a refreshed badge that will debut in Pebble Beach next month.
Larger Cadillac Sedan Confirmed by General Motors CEO
Within the next two years, Cadillac will launch a model larger than its XTS sedan according to General Motors CEO Dan Akerson.
General Motors’ New Pickup Trucks Going on a Strict Diet
To help meet future U.S. fuel economy standards and stay competitive with Ford, General Motors is putting its next-generation pickup trucks on a strict diet.
General Motors Assembles Team to Study Tesla
General Motors CEO Dan Akerson believes Tesla could become a disruptive force in the automotive industry and is moving to ensure the American automaker doesn’t get caught off guard.
How the Ram 1500’s Diesel Almost Wound Up in the Cadillac CTS
Ram recently announced its new 1500 diesel model, powered by a 3.0-liter EcoDiesel V6; but the story behind that engine’s development actually involves one of the American automaker’s major competitors.
General Motors’ Largest Market is Now China
The booming Chinese automotive market has been good to General Motors, with Chinese sales surpassing sales figures in the U.S.
GM Recall Might Expand Under NHTSA Probe
Nearly 5,000 vehicles could be added to a recall General Motors announced in May.
Detroit Urges 30-Year Phase-Out For Tariff on Japan Cars
Now that Detroit automakers have failed to keep Japan out of regional free trade talks, they are hoping that the U.S. will listen to its demand that the auto tariffs are phased out in no less than 25 to 30 years.
GM, Honda Partner for Cheaper Fuel Cells by 2020
Honda and General Motors announced today that they have signed a partnership to collaborate on hydrogen fuel cell technology.
Top 10 Trucks for the Working Man (or Woman)
Several months back we posted an epic Top 10 list highlighting some of the priciest, most opulent and downright ludicrous pickups available on the market. Vehicles like the Cadillac Escalade EXT and Harley-Davidson F-150 are but a couple of the high-brow haulers we featured. Those vehicles – and we hesitate to call them trucks –…
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GM CEO Wants Opel Cascada, Adam Models Added to Buick Lineup
At an investor’s conference at General Motors‘ Detroit proving grounds this month, CEO Dan Akerson expressed his desire to add the Opel Adam and Cascada to the Buick model lineup.
Chevrolet Announces Five-Year Deal with The Oscars
Chevrolet has announced a five-year advertising deal with The Oscars, giving the American automaker access to over 10 million viewers each year.
J.D. Power 2013 Initial Quality Study Full of Surprises
The J.D. Power Initial Quality Study (IQS) is an annual report that’s closely followed by both automakers and consumers. It measures problems reported by vehicle buyers during the first 90 days of ownership. The research firm released its 2013 findings today at an Automotive Press Association luncheon in Detroit and the report was full…
GM Surprises in J.D. Power 2013 Initial Quality Study, Scion Comes in Last
J.D. Power released the results of its latest Initial Quality Study at this month’s Automotive Press Association luncheon in Detroit. The survey had some very surprising results.
Chevy Silverado, GMC Sierra Ecotec3 V6 Rated at 18/24 MPG
EPA fuel economy numbers for General Motor’s Ecotec3 V6 have been released, pegging the truck at 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway equipped with two-wheel drive.
Bob Lutz, Among Five Automotive Hall of Fame Inductees
The Automotive Hall of Fame will be inducting five new members on July 25, and among the group are the founders of Aston Martin and former Vice Chairman of General Motors, Robert Lutz.
General Motors Voices Opposition to Green Car Tax
The debate on taxing hybrid owners to help recover lost gas taxes has hit the state of Michigan, home of the U.S. auto industry.
DC ‘Combo’ Fast Charge Stations Tested by GM, BMW
Chevrolet’s Spark EV and BMW’s i3 will be among the first to benefit from an electric car charging system newly standardized by SAE International.
GM Announces Two-Year Free Maintenance Program
General Motors announced a maintenance program today for its vehicles starting with the 2014 model year that will offer owners free limited service.
Remote Unlocking Now Standard on 2014 GM Vehicles
All 2014 model year GM vehicles equipped for OnStar service are gaining new standard features accessible via the automaker’s RemoteLink smartphone app.
2013 International Engine of the Year Won by Ford
Ford’s three-cylinder EcoBoost engine was named the International Engine of the Year today for the second consecutive year.
GM Airbag Recall May Expand Under New Probe
Depending on the results of a government probe, General Motors might find an old recall campaign expanding exponentially.
