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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.

Washington State capital building and Mt. Rainier

Washington State aims for all new Passenger Vehicles Sales to be Electric by 2030

By Justin Hart on March 13, 2022 - 6:36PM

Last week the Washington State legislature passed a bill, now heading to Governor Inslee’s desk, that bans the sale, registration, and purchase of new gasoline powered vehicles, beginning with model year 2030. An earlier bill proposing the same, though also including a controversial road usage fee, was rejected last year. This time the bill doesn’t include the fee and is likely to pass. If it does, Washington State’s ban will go into effect before all other states.

GM and PG&E to Test Using EVs as Back Up Power

By Mary Conway on March 8, 2022 - 9:16PM

GM and a California power company say they will test using electric vehicles to power homes.

2022 GMC Hummer EV vs 2024 Chevrolet SIlverado EV Which Is Better?

By Carl Malek on March 7, 2022 - 12:49AM

The 2022 GMC Hummer Edition 1 and the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV take a unique approach when it comes to utilizing the Ultium platform. The Hummer is a tech-filled behemoth aimed at being a rolling showcase while the Silverado is the first viable fruit of a more mainstream-focused purchase. But which one is the right offering for you?

Newly Published Report Sheds New Light On When Chevrolet Bolt Lineup Resumes Production

By Carl Malek on March 3, 2022 - 2:11PM

Production of the Chevrolet Bolt and its bigger EUV sibling has been shuttered for the past few years as GM and battery supplier LG navigated their way through a massive battery recall that saw some of the affected Bolts catch fire when charging due to a battery cell defect. A new report however finally appears to reveal when Orion Assembly plant will resume Bolt production once again

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.

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."

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

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 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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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

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