General Motors: News
General Motors (GM) is an American multinational corporation with its headquarters based in Detroit, Michigan. It designs, manufactures, and distributes vehicles and their parts. Founded in 1908 by William Durant as a holding company, it is now one of the largest automobile manufacturers. It produces automobiles under four brands - GMC (Terrain, Acadia, Hummer EV, Denali series, AT4 line), Chevrolet (Trailblazer, Equinox, Bolt EV, Spark), Cadillac (Escalade, CT4/CT5, 2023 Cadillac Lyriq), and Buick (Encore, Envision). The company has announced its aim to end fossil-fuel vehicles’ sale by 2035 and achieve carbon-net zero by 2040.
Why over 62,000 GM vehicles have been recalled in US
General Motors (GM) has announced a major recall of 62,468 Chevrolet Silverado trucks in the US.
Trump blocks California's EV mandate; state sues him
President Donald Trump has signed three joint resolutions of Congress to block California's electric vehicle (EV) sales mandates and diesel engine rules.
Self-driving cars to AI-driven maintenance—How tech is redefining everyday cars
The automotive industry is witnessing a rapid evolution, with advanced technologies becoming a standard feature in modern cars.
GM, Ford cars might not become costlier after all
China has issued temporary export licenses for rare earth minerals to suppliers of General Motors, Ford, and Jeep-maker Stellantis, as per Reuters.
General Motors recalls almost 9L vehicles over defective engines
General Motors (GM) has launched a recall of 8.7 lakh full-size trucks and SUVs in the US over potential defects in their engines.
40 fixes in 4 months—Ford leads auto recalls in 2025
US auto giant Ford has issued as many as 40 recalls between January 1 and April 18, more than any other automaker this year.
How automakers are responding to Trump's import tariffs
The recent imposition of a 25% tariff on imported vehicles by the Trump administration has prompted significant responses from global automakers.
GM recalls 90,000 Cadillac, Chevrolet cars due to transmission issue
General Motors (GM) has recalled more than 90,000 vehicles under its Cadillac and Chevrolet brands in the US.
US stock markets plummet as Canada, Mexico counter Trump's tariffs
Wall Street took a massive hit on Tuesday after US President Donald Trump announced 25% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and Canada.
Why General Motors has recalled over 70,000 vehicles in US
General Motors (GM) has recalled 70,768 units of the 2022 GMC Sierra 1500 pick-up truck in the US over a possible safety risk.
What's the estimated cost of Donald Trump's inauguration
The inauguration fund for United States President-elect Donald Trump has hit an eye-watering $170 million, exceeding his 2017 record of $107 million.
GM wants to project holographic images directly into your eyes
General Motors (GM) has filed a patent for a strange technology, called "Autostereoscopic Campfire Display," to project holographic images directly into the eyes of passengers. Weird, isn't it?
General Motors pulls plug on loss-making Cruise robotaxi service
General Motors (GM) has announced that it will no longer fund its subsidiary Cruise, a robotaxi service.
GM recalls over 132,000 vehicles in US over faulty tailgates
General Motors (GM) has recalled 132,037 pickup trucks in the US over faulty tailgates.
General Motors patents system to protect autonomous vehicles from 'bullying'
General Motors (GM) has patented a one-of-a-kind system to protect self-driving cars from the aggressive behavior of pedestrians and human drivers.
Cadillac is heading to Formula 1 in 2026
General Motors's Cadillac will make its debut as the 11th team in the Formula 1 tournament, starting in the 2026 season.
General Motors recalls almost 462,000 vehicles over faulty transmission
General Motors (GM) has recalled 461,839 diesel trucks and SUVs over a transmission problem that could lock up the rear wheels.
General Motors fires 1,000 employees amid cost-cutting and reorganization
General Motors (GM), one of the world's largest automakers, has laid off around 1,000 employees as part of its cost-cutting and restructuring strategy.
General Motors is working on an eyes-off, hands-free driving system
General Motors (GM) is in the process of developing an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), that allows drivers to take their hands off the wheel and eyes off the road.
GM to lay off nearly 1,700 workers in the US
General Motors (GM) has announced plans to lay off approximately 1,695 employees at its Fairfax Assembly plant in Kansas, US.
General Motors recalls 4.5L trucks, SUVs over brake warning flaw
General Motors (GM) has issued a recall for approximately 450,000 pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) in the US.
Uber takes another shot at self-driving cars
Uber is reigniting its ambition to become a leader in the self-driving car industry, after previously selling its autonomous vehicle unit to Aurora for a minority stake.
General Motors fires over 1,000 techies, US team hit hardest
General Motors (GM), a leading US automaker, is set to lay off over 1,000 software engineers worldwide.
General Motors sued for allegedly selling driver data to insurers
The state of Texas has initiated a lawsuit against General Motors (GM), accusing the automaker of infringing on drivers' privacy rights.
Cruise pays fine to resume testing in California after accident
Cruise, a self-driving subsidiary of General Motors, has settled a dispute with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
GM patents innovative system to take on road rage
General Motors (GM) has secured a patent for a unique system aimed at monitoring and mitigating road rage among drivers.
Ford delays production of next-gen electric three-row SUV to 2027
Ford has delayed the production of its upcoming electric three-row SUV until 2027.
Honda recalls over 750,000 vehicles in the US: Here's why
Honda is recalling over 750,000 vehicles in the US due to a potential airbag malfunction, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
GM pauses sales of Blazer EV to fix software issues
General Motors (GM) has hit the brakes on selling its new-age Chevrolet Blazer EV due to major software issues.
Ford staring at $1.7bn profit hit due to UAW strike
Ford has revealed a $1.7 billion drop in profits and a significant loss in vehicle production due to the US auto workers' strike.
GM to take $9.3bn hit as labor deals strain finances
General Motors on Wednesday disclosed that its new labor agreements, following an extended UAW (United Auto Workers) strike, will cost it $9.3 billion.
Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt resigns amid US safety review
Kyle Vogt, General Motors's (GM) autonomous taxi division Cruise's CEO, has stepped down amid recent upheaval and a safety evaluation of its US fleet.
General Motors temporarily halts production of Cruise Origin autonomous van
General Motors (GM) has revealed its intention to temporarily cease production of the fully autonomous Cruise Origin van, following its recent suspension of all driverless operations.
General Motors reaches tentative agreement with UAW, ending 6-week strike
General Motors (GM) and the United Auto Workers (UAW) union have come to a tentative agreement.
Honda and GM abandon joint EV development plan: Here's why
Honda and General Motors (GM) have opted to abandon their joint venture to create affordable electric vehicles (EVs).
GM lays off 200 more employees amid UAW strike
General Motors (GM) has announced that nearly 200 more employees will be laid off due to the ongoing United Auto Workers (UAW) strike, bringing the total number of affected workers to around 2,300, Reuters reported.
2023 Corvette Z06 facing delivery delays due to parts shortages
Chevrolet's 2023 Corvette Z06 has hit a speed bump, as many eager buyers face delays in receiving their high-performance sportscars.
General Motors, Ford, Stellantis hit by auto workers' strike
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has gone on strike at three major assembly plants of General Motors, Ford Motor, and Stellantis in the US.
General Motors Defense showcases Hummer EV-based Electric Military Concept Vehicle
General Motors Defense has taken the wraps off the all-new Electric Military Concept Vehicle (EMCV). The concept e-SUV is a stripped-down version of the Hummer EV.
67 million airbag inflators recalled: NHTSA's order against ARC, explained
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and airbag manufacturer ARC Automotive, are at odds in the US.
Limited-run Hummer Omega Edition breaks cover: Check top features
General Motors has taken the wraps off the limited-edition version of the Hummer EV called the Omega Edition for the global markets, with a starting price tag of $139,995 (approximately Rs. 1.14 crore).
Layoffs 2023: Waymo, General Motors, Citigroup and others fire employees
The year 2022 was a benchmark in terms of layoffs. However, 2023 is already nearing that record, and we're barely three months into the year.
GM showcases Buick design concept that may inspire an EV
General Motors (GM) has showcased the design concept of a new car under the Buick moniker.
Ahead of unveiling, Chevrolet Blazer EV previewed in teaser image
US automaker Chevrolet will unveil its Blazer EV crossover for the global markets on July 18.
Waymo and Cruise can now operate autonomous vehicle services
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has given a nod to Alphabet's Waymo and General Motors' Cruise to begin autonomous vehicle services for passengers in certain parts of San Francisco and San Mateo.
CES 2022: Cadillac's new autonomous concept car 'InnerSpace' redefines luxury
As an addition to its Halo Concept Portfolio of vehicles, US automaker Cadillac has unveiled a new concept car called InnerSpace at the CES 2022 event.
2024 GMC Hummer EV SUV with a 480km range revealed
US automaker General Motors has revealed its 2024 Hummer EV SUV, which comes in four trims: EV2, EV 2X, EV 3X, and Edition 1.
General Motors mulls manufacturing only electric vehicles by 2035
General Motors will stop producing fuel-guzzling vehicles by 2035 and shift to electric models in order to become carbon neutral by 2040.
Microsoft partners with GM, invests $2bn in self-driving start-up Cruise
Microsoft has jumped headlong into the driverless car space by investing $2 billion in Cruise. Microsoft's stake in General Motors' autonomous vehicle subsidiary takes its total valuation to an impressive $30 billion.
Ford ordered to recall three million vehicles with Takata airbags
US auto safety regulator, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has ordered Ford to recall three million vehicles with potentially defective Takata airbags.
#CES2021: This Sony drone can shoot cinematic 4K videos
For photography enthusiasts and video professionals, Japanese tech giant Sony has announced a new drone, called Airpeak, at the ongoing CES 2021.
Apple car won't be launched before 2025, claims expert
Apple's elusive electric vehicle won't be sticking to either the rumored 2021 or even the later 2024 launch dates, according to noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. The analyst predicts the car to be launched sometime between 2025 and 2027, possibly even later.
Blaming "we don't want you" taxes, Toyota halts India expansion
Japanese multinational automotive manufacturer Toyota has decided to not expand its operations in India, courtesy high taxes, a report in Bloomberg said on Tuesday.
Ahead of launch in late-2020, GMC Hummer EV off-roader previewed
Ahead of its launch later this year, US automaker General Motors has previewed the upcoming Hummer EV.
Ola Electric acquires Etergo to launch e-scooters in India
Ola Electric Mobility, the EV unit spun out of ride-hailing giant Ola, has acquired Dutch electric scooter manufacturer Etergo.
General Motors will soon have a 'million-mile' battery
To double down on the electric vehicles' market, leading automaker General Motors (GM) is working to bring million-mile batteries.
Amid COVID-19 crisis, Singapore's richest man has grown richer
The global outbreak of COVID-19 has left economies crumbling.
AIIMS likely to use prototype ventilators for COVID-19 patients
As COVID-19 pandemic continues to claim lives around the world, one major problem has come to the fore - shortage of ventilators.
Leading women Indian Chartered Accountants to know about
Chartered Accountancy (CA) is one of the most coveted professional courses among youngsters.
Trump wants H-1B visas in highly-skilled jobs, not outsourcing roles
The Donald Trump administration wants to make changes in the existing H-1B visa provisions so that it attracts highly skilled foreign workers, as opposed to what it has now evolved into as an "outsourcing" role, the White House yesterday.
Trump against canceling $110 billion arms deal with Saudi Arabia
US President Donald Trump today said he is against canceling the $110bn mega arms deal with Saudi Arabia as this will hurt America's economy and jobs.
4 Indians in Fortune's list of influential people under 40
The recently-declared "Fortune's 40 of the most influential and inspiring young people in business under the age of 40" has brought India enough reason to cheer.
Indian-American Dhivya Suryadevara to take over as General Motors CFO
Another person of Indian origin has made their mark on the international platform. Indian-American Dhivya Suryadevara has been named the new Chief Finance Officer (CFO) of General Motors (GM), the US' largest automaker.
India's Dhivya Suryadevara appointed first woman CFO of General Motors
Indian-American woman, Dhivya Suryadevara, has been named the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) of the US's largest automaker, General Motors.
Qatar Airways Chief says CEO-position "very-challenging" for women. Is it?
After making giant leaps, women are now leading global conglomerates, including many dealing in traditionally "masculine" products (think General Motors, IBM, Lockheed Martin and more).
General Motors reveals self-driving car without steering wheel, pedals
In a bold declaration, General Motors (GM) has revealed that it is making a self-driving car that will not have any traditional controls like a steering wheel or pedals.
Chinese carmaker eyes India entry, may piggyback on Tata Motors
According to reports, Chinese carmaker Chery International intends to make an entry into India's automobile market.
Biggest issue of self-driving taxis: How to clean riders' puke?
Not very far in the future, fully-autonomous taxis will become a reality, offering faster and cheaper services.
Samsung permitted to test self-driving cars in California
Reportedly, Samsung has been given permission, by the Autonomous Vehicle Tester Program from the California Department of Motor Vehicle, to conduct self-driving car tests on the state's public roads.
Biggest issue of self-driving taxis: How to clean riders' puke?
Not very far in the future, fully-autonomous taxis will have become a reality, offering faster and cheaper services.
Apple's "mother of all AI projects", an autonomous car system
Every tech/automobile giant worth its salt is now working on self-driving technology.
US Court declines General Motor's plea to avoid ignition-switch lawsuits
The apex court of USA has declined General Motors' plea to avoid lawsuits that stemmed from the firm's infamous ignition switch defects and subsequent recalls.
Elon Musk's investigation into Tesla factory working conditions
Following an accusatory post made on Medium by Tesla employee and union advocate Jose Moran earlier this month, Elon Musk shared the results of his investigation into working conditions at Tesla Motors.
Ford to shut Mustang factory as sales plunge
Ford Motor Company has shut its Mustang factory in Michigan for a week.