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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.

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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.

By Denis Flierl on
The owner of a new 2025 Chevrolet Suburban recounts a terrifying experience with brake failure shortly after purchasing the vehicle. The nightmare scenario of her car not stopping became a reality on a 50 mph road, prompting an involuntary panic attack. 
By Rob Enderle on
Based on the Q2 2025 sales data, the global EV market is entering a new competitive phase where automakers like BYD and GM are surging while the once-dominant Tesla faces declining sales, signaling a major shift in the industry landscape.
By Denis Flierl on
Nicholas has just purchased a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT Trail Boss, thinking it's a great truck. However, he is having second thoughts about the purchase. He's had more problems with it in just a few months than any truck he's ever had. 
By Mary Conway on
The 2019-2024 Chevy Silverado recall affects more than 62,000 4500/5500/6500 trucks. The vehicles are being recalled because a brake fluid leak could trigger a fire.
By Mary Conway on
The CELESTIQ is assembled nearly all by hand at the Warren Tech Center. It is the most technically advanced Cadillac electric vehicle.
By Mary Conway on
GM Defense is marketing tactical trucks to other nations. It has now decided to reach out to England and NATO. With everything going on in the world, their timing might be perfect.
By Aram Krajekian on
Most people ease into EV ownership, but this GMC Sierra EV owner hooked up a trailer and crossed multiple states within the first month of ownership. What he discovered might challenge what you think an electric truck can really do.
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner drove three of the top electric trucks across the country, but what made him circle back to the Ford F-150 Lightning says a lot about what really matters in an EV truck.
By Denis Flierl on
Is Facebook Marketplace a good place to buy a vehicle? It can be, but as Carolyn found out, some sellers will lie and take your money. Now she is out $27,000 and can't drive her 2022 GMC Sierra. Here is her story, along with a warning for car buyers. 
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet quietly announced a new hypercar with 1,250 horsepower. It is the stunning cross between the ZR1 and a hybrid power train.
By Mary Conway on
Cadillac is going after the younger market that loves foreign cars with the performance version of its OPTIQ. The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ-V compact SUV will have an incredible 519 horsepower.
By Aram Krajekian on
This Silverado became a roadside obstacle you couldn’t even push to safety, and what it took to move it left the owner stunned. Here’s why a $400 tool could turn a simple breakdown into a more dangerous situation.
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There’s a difference between loving a brand and trusting it, and some lifelong GM truck owners are starting to realize that one doesn’t always guarantee the other.
By Denis Flierl on
Why are EV trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and GM's trucks not meeting expectations? They fall short of truck buyers who use them for work, towing, and taking long trips. "They are a pain in the ass," one expert says. 
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Here is another Cadillac Escalade that is ready for a new engine. The $100,000 luxury vehicle has only 12,000 miles and is ready to go into the shop for an engine swap. What is GM doing about it? Here is a report that all GM buyers should be aware of. 
By Rob Enderle on
GM Steals the Crown: How Chevrolet Equinox EV, Silverado EV, and Cadillac OPTIQ Fueled a 252% Surge, Propelling GM Past Tesla in Canadian EV Sales as Incentives Vanish and Elon Musk's Persona Impacts Brand Appeal.
By John Goreham on
An announcement this week by GM has us reading between the lines. Are EVs even a real consideration anymore?
By Mary Conway on
GM is investing nearly a billion dollars in a new V-8 engine, insuring that gas-powered production will continue for years.
By Mary Conway on
Even though demand for EV pickups may be falling, Chevrolet believes Trail Boss can rule the trails.
By Mary Conway on
The GMC HUMMER EV was the first to offer four-wheel steering. Now the GMC engineers are making the HUMMER EV even more agile off-road.
By Denis Flierl on
Imagine driving a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe High Country that cost nearly $80,000 when it was new, it only has 41,000 miles, and you are afraid to drive it. That's Christi's dilemma after the SUV has left her stranded twice. Here is her unbelievable story. 
By Rob Enderle on
Apple CarPlay Ultra strives to unify the in-car experience across all screens, potentially surpassing Android Auto, but faces resistance from automakers wanting control. This push for a consistent Apple ecosystem in vehicles offers clear benefits.
By Rob Enderle on
GM's LMR battery, using lithium metal silicon, aims for better range and charging than current EVs, potentially outperforming Tesla and BYD; its arrival in cars later this decade offers hope for a more efficient electric future.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Chevy Suburban have transmission problems? Cynthia says her 2023 Suburban auto-decelerated without warning on the highway, which could have caused a serious accident. Her warning is for all Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC SUV, and truck owners. 
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as a simple recall might turn into one of the largest engine replacements for GM. Owners are hearing whispers of full swaps, and now some are wondering if GM is really prepared for what’s coming next.
By Denis Flierl on
Is there a problem with the new Chevrolet Tahoe? Erica says her Tahoe left her stranded on the side of the road. The issues were so bad she sold it and bought a GMC Yukon. Now her Yukon is having problems. Here is what Tahoe and Yukon buyers need to know.
By Mary Conway on
Chevrolet is setting strict rules about how long the buyer has to keep the new 2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1. The automaker wants to make sure the buyer really wants the supercar and isn't just trying to make a quick buck!
By Mary Conway on
This is a major update to a story I posted yesterday. GM investigated 28,000 complaints of engine problems.
By Mary Conway on
I reported in January that NHTSA was investigating nearly 900,000 vehicles. Now, GM is agreeing to repair or replace defective engines.
By Denis Flierl on
Does the Chevrolet Silverado have rust problems with the frame? James has a 2024 Silverado, and the frame is badly rusted after only 15,000 miles. Here is his remarkable story. He and other GM truck owners have concerns, and here are some answers.