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August 15, 2015

2-millionth vehicle rolls-off at GM's Lansing Delta Township Assembly Line

A 2016 Buick Enclave, painted in white frost tricoat, rolled-off the production line at General Motors' (GM) Lansing Delta Township Assembly Plant, the 2-millionth vehicle produced at the automaker's newest assembly plant in North America.

"This milestone directly

August 04, 2015

GM invests US$ 877-million for Flint assembly upgrades

General Motors' (GM) oldest assembly plant in North America, a popular destination for pickup truck customers who want to watch their vehicles being built, will undergo transformation in the coming years.

GM officials announced plans to invest US$ 877-million

July 28, 2015

Barry Engle joins General Motors as Executive Vice-President and President, South America

Jaime Ardila, General Motors (GM) Executive Vice-President and President of South America, announced that he will retire after nearly three decades at the company. Barry Engle, a seasoned automotive executive and currently Chief Executive Officer of

July 14, 2015

GM invests US$ 1.4-billion for Arlington Assembly Plant upgrades

In its largest single plant investment in the US this year, General Motors announced US$ 1.4-billion for a range of improvements to its Arlington Assembly Plant to more competitively produce high-quality full-size SUVs.

The investment allows the plant to be reconfigured with

June 23, 2015

General Motors invests US$ 245-million for new vehicle program

General Motors (GM) will invest US$ 245-million and add 300 new jobs at its Orion Assembly plant to support launching an all-new vehicle program unlike any in the plant's 32-year history.

"Orion Assembly is a breeding ground for manufacturing innovation. It serves as a model

June 02, 2015

GM invests US$ 119-million in Michigan Components Plant, creates approximately 300 new jobs

General Motors (GM) announced that it will invest US$ 119-million in tools and equipment to support production of future vehicle components at its Grand Rapids Operations, creating approximately 300 future jobs.

The plant currently has approximately 500 employees on three

May 27, 2015

General Motors to invest US$ 1.2-billion in full-size truck plant

General Motors (GM) is investing US$ 1.2-billion in its full-size pickup truck plant for upgrades and technology that will improve the plant's competitiveness in assembling high-quality light- and heavy-duty models.

Construction of the new pre-treat, electro-coat

May 23, 2015

GM Foundation donates US$ 1-million to Habitat for Humanity

In recognition of Military Appreciation Month, the General Motors Foundation announced a US$ 1-million grant to Habitat for Humanity to fund projects, including 11 new home builds in partnership with Habitat families, with the goal of assisting current and

May 14, 2015

General Motors investing US$1-billion in Warren Technical Center

General Motors will invest US$1-billion in its Warren Technical Center campus, creating approximately 2,600 new jobs to support future business growth at the National Historic Landmark site.

The multi-year project, which is driving new construction on the campus, significant

May 12, 2015

General Motors thanks five loyal global customers with free new vehicles

General Motors (GM) CEO Mary Barra and GM leaders from around the globe thanked five loyal customers over the course of 48 hours by surprising each of them with a free vehicle.

The events celebrated the global production of 500-million GM-branded vehicles

May 06, 2015

General Motors becomes the world's first car manufacturer to produce 500-million vehicles

General Motors (GM) became the first car manufacturer in the world to produce 500-million vehicles, as Vauxhall in the UK - GM's fourth largest market - celebrated 90 years of ownership by the US company.

"During 2015, we expect to sell more than 1,000 new vehicles

May 01, 2015

GM announces US$ 5.4-billion in US plant investments

General Motors (GM) announced that it will invest US$ 5.4-billion in US plant improvements during the next three years, including details of US$ 783.5-million for three Michigan facilities.

"These investments are evidence of a company on the move, strategically investing in the people,

April 11, 2015

General Motors names Dhivya Suryadevara Vice-President, Finance and Treasurer

General Motors has named Dhivya Suryadevara GM Vice-President, Finance and Treasurer, effective July 1, 2015, replacing Niharika Taskar Ramdev, who has been named Chief Financial Officer for GM International. Suryadevara will retain her current responsibilities as

December 02, 2014

General Motors posts its best November US Sales since 2007

General Motors Co. (GM) dealers in the United States delivered 225,818 vehicles last month for the company's best November sales in seven years. Total sales were up 6 per cent compared to a year ago, retail sales were up 5 per cent and fleet deliveries were up

November 22, 2014

General Motors invests US$ 200-million in two Michigan plants

General Motors will invest US$ 200-million in its Orion Assembly and Pontiac Metal Center plants to prepare for a future vehicle program.

Orion will receive US$ 160-million for tooling and equipment, and Pontiac will receive US$ 40-million for new dies. These investments

November 21, 2014

General Motors announces senior leadership changes

General Motors Co. announced a series of leadership changes to continue its evolution into a stronger, more customer-centric organization.

"We understand that we have to earn our customers' trust and loyalty, and that every interaction matters," said Mary Barra, CEO.

November 20, 2014

Stephen K. Carlisle to lead General Motors Canada, Kevin W. Williams to retire after 31 years

Stephen K. Carlisle has been named President and Managing Director of General Motors of Canada Ltd., succeeding Kevin W. Williams, who has led GM Canada since 2010. Williams will assist in the transition through the end of the year.

Williams has elected to retire

November 04, 2014

General Motors posts its best US October sales Since 2007

General Motors Co. dealers delivered 226,819 vehicles in the United States in October for the company's best October sales in seven years. Chevrolet sales were up year over year on the strength of the Silverado, Cruze, Traverse and Equinox, and Buick had its best

October 30, 2014

GM invests US$ 63-million in Lansing Delta Township Assembly Plant expansion

General Motors (GM) will start construction on a US$ 63-million expansion of the Lansing Delta Township facility, part of the nearly US$ 300-million in Michigan-based investments that GM CEO Mary Barra at the Detroit Economic Club.

The expansion will add

October 25, 2014

General Motors expands watershed education program

General Motors launched its watershed education program in seven new communities across Canada this year, the largest international expansion in the initiative's 25-year history. The GM Global Rivers Environmental Education Network

 
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