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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.

2026 Cadillac OPTIQ - V
Cadillac Gives the OPTIQ the V Performance Upgrade for 2026
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.
My 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Died in the Middle of the Road at 41,000 Miles, And It Turns Out You Can’t Even Put It in Neutral Without a $400 Special Tool
My 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Died in the Middle of the Road at 41,000 Miles, And It Turns Out You Can’t Even Put It in Neutral Without a $400 Special Tool
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.
I’ve Owned 30 Chevrolet and GMC Trucks in the Last 40 Years, But If They Want Us to Keep Buying American, They Need to Bring Back Real Quality
I’ve Owned 30 Chevrolet and GMC Trucks in the Last 40 Years, But If They Want Us to Keep Buying American, They Need to Bring Back Real Quality
By Aram Krajekian on
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.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck and All EV Trucks “Are the Worst If You Carry Loads, Trailer, Go to Worksites or On Vacation, The Limited Range and Refueling Is a Big Pain”
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. 
2024 Cadillac Escalade
Master Tech Says, “This $100K 2024 Cadillac Escalade Has 12K Miles and I Can Hear the 6.2L Engine Knocking, It’s Already Showing Signs of Catastrophic Failure”
By Denis Flierl on
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. 
GM Smashes Tesla In Canada
The Great White North Shift: GM Overtakes Tesla in Canadian EV Sales By A Huge Margin
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.
Archival image of GM's Mark Reuss speaking about GM's all-electric future courtesy of General Motors Media Page
GM Pours More Than a Billion U.S. Dollars Into Plant To Build Next-Gen V8 Gas Engines Starting in 2027, As EVs Become Yesterday’s News
By John Goreham on
An announcement this week by GM has us reading between the lines. Are EVs even a real consideration anymore?
2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
GM is Steering Toward Making More Gas-Powered Vehicles Like the 2025 Chevy Silverado and Slowing EV Production
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.
2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Trail Boss
Chevrolet is Beefing Up the 2026 Silverado EV for Off Roading, Adding Lift Kit and Huge Tires
By Mary Conway on
Even though demand for EV pickups may be falling, Chevrolet believes Trail Boss can rule the trails.
2026 GMC HUMMER EV
The GMC HUMMER EV Already Has the Coolest Feature on an EV, New for 2026 GMC is Making Crabwalk Even Better
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.
2023 Chevrolet Tahoe
My 2023 Chevy Tahoe with 41K Miles Is a Ticking Time Bomb, It’s Been Towed to the Dealer Twice, and It Has a New Engine, But I’m Afraid To Drive It
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. 
Apple CarPlay Ultra Dashboard Expanding Beyond Infotainment
Apple CarPlay Ultra: Finally, a Car Interface That Doesn't Make You Miss Your iPhone (Too Much)
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.
GM's LMR Battery Technology Is A Game Changer
GM's LMR Battery: The Electric Unicorn That Might Just Exist (And Not Just in Detroit Dreams)
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.
2023 Chevrolet Suburban
“My 2023 Chevy Suburban Decelerated From 80 MPH Down To 60 Without Warning While I’m in the Fast Lane, and I Thought I Was Going To Wreck”
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. 
I Was Told GM Might Replace Every L87 6.2L Engine for the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra, But I’m Wondering If They’re Really Ready for That
I Was Told GM Might Replace Every L87 6.2L Engine for the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra, But I’m Wondering If They’re Really Ready for That
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.
2024 Chevrolet Tahoe
I’ve Had The Least Success With My 2024 Chevy Tahoe, My Sporty Tahoe Left Me Stranded and Almost Killed My Entire Family
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.
2025 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Why Corvette is Threatening to Ban Some 2025 ZR1 Buyers From Ever Buying a Future Corvette
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!
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
GM Recalling Nearly 600,000 2021-2024 Trucks and SUVs Because of Potential V-8 Engine Failures
By Mary Conway on
This is a major update to a story I posted yesterday. GM investigated 28,000 complaints of engine problems.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
GM Agrees to Recall Popular 2021-2024 Trucks and SUVs Over V-8 Engine Failures
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.
2024 Chevrolet Silverado
My 2024 Chevy Silverado Is Rusting Through the Frame After 16K Miles, My Ram With 100K Was Nowhere Near This Bad
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.
2026 Cadillac OPTIQ V
Cadillac Will Give the 2026 OPTIQ a V-Series High Performance Package
By Mary Conway on
The V-Series is typically reserved for high horsepower gas-powered vehicles. The 2026 OPTIQ V joins the Cadillac LYRIQ V in the growing EV lineup.
Tesla is losing market share to other EV makers
Tesla's California Crown Slips: A New Era of EV Competition Is Giving Tesla Competitors An Advantage In EV Sales
By Rob Enderle on
Tesla has dropped below 50% of EV sales in California, benefiting a large group of EV makers in the US and abroad.
Chevrolet Corvette EV Concept
Corvette Reveals Stunning EV Concept Car
By Mary Conway on
The reveal was part of the opening of a new design studio in England.
2024 GMC Sierra Duramax
I Had My 2024 GMC Sierra Duramax With 11K Miles Towed To the Dealer For the Second Time, the Dealer Can’t Figure It Out, I’m Ready to Take It To Ford
By Denis Flierl on
Seth is disappointed with his new 2024 GMC Sierra Duramax truck and doesn't know what to do next. GMC can't seem to fix it, and it's the second time he's had it towed to the dealer. Here is his unbelievable story and what Duramax owners need to know. 
2025 GMC Sierra
I Bought a 2025 GMC Sierra and With Only 100 Miles I Had It Towed To the Dealer, The Engine Is Making A Horrible Death Rattle
By Denis Flierl on
What happens when a new 2025 GMC Sierra pickup with only 100 miles on it starts making a horrible noise from under the hood? It's so bad that you are afraid to drive it. Check out Alex's unbelievable story and hear what the dealer told him to do.
Intel Working With Automakers To Make Them More Competitive
How Intel Could Help Western Automakers Catch Up to China’s EV Dominance
By Rob Enderle on
Western Car makers are falling behind their Chinese counterparts at an alarming rate, and analyst consensus indicates that they will be in catastrophic failure unless they step up. Intel is uniquely positioned to help these car companies close this gap.
Picture of the west being made obsolete by China's automotive companies due to outdated organizational structures and management styles
Why Most Western Automakers Will Fail By 2030: It’s About Company Structure And Management Style
By Rob Enderle on
Western Automakers have dropped behind their Chinese counterparts by around a decade and China continues to advance, if this trend isn’t reversed most Western car makers are likely to fail by 2030 simply because of their management style and structure.
Image of Ford F-150 Lighting by John Goreham
EV Truck Delivery Numbers In Q1 Were a Disaster Confirming Consumer Rejection of EV Trucks In America
By John Goreham on
In the first quarter of 2025, EV truck deliveries were down over the prior quarter, based on available data. Here’s how bad it is.
2019 Chevrolet Colorado
My 2019 Chevy Colorado With Only 55K Miles, Always Serviced at the Dealer, Needs Nearly $4,000 in Repairs, I Traded That Thing In and Just Took the Loss
By Denis Flierl on
Here is a story from Steve, who owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. He says his truck only has 55,000 miles on it, but it's now having transmission and cooling system issues. Is this an isolated case? Here is what Chevy Colorado owners need to know. 
2026 GMC Sierra EV
GMC Beefs Up 2026 GMC Sierra EV and Adds More Affordable Models
By Mary Conway on
With gas prices down and the pressure off to go electric, can GMC entice people to buy an EV truck?
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