Sometimes car companies get a bit carried away with a new idea that, for a myriad of reasons, doesn’t translate so well in its execution. Toyota (and other Japanese companies) did exactly this when they invested in the very unsuccessful line … Continue reading
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GM had to shut down the Blazer ine at its Ramos Arizpe plant in Mexico due to the semiconductor shortage, but Equinox production will continue. Much of the focus on automakers being forced to shut down plants due to semiconductor … Continue reading
GM CEO Mary Barra was criticized for decrying current state of race relations while not including black-owned media in the company’s ad budget. General Motors CEO Mary Barra plans to meet with seven black-owned media executives, according to GM, a move … Continue reading
GM’s next-gen lithium metal batteries, the expected energy density increase may mean higher range in a similarly sized pack or comparable range in a smaller pack. General Motors continued its charge to develop better batteries, announcing its partnership with lithium … Continue reading
It’s new logo week! First, Kia, now GM. And we’re batting two for two on the perplexion scale. All this follows Nissan’s recent logo change. GM is making the change to showcase its new focus on electrification. “There are moments … Continue reading
The 2022 GMC Hummer EV will put a premium on off-roadability with its Edition 1 launch model. For those who think of an electric vehicle as something quirky and limited in capabilities, the new GMC Hummer is likely to come … Continue reading
GM was set to build the the Nikola Badger on its own platform, using its Ultium batteries in the original $2 billion deal with the EV maker. Nikola Motors stock took another hit Friday after its CEO inadvertently suggested in … Continue reading
Compared to the clattery, soot-spewing 350 diesel that helped sink General Motors’ reputation in the 1980s, the 3.0-liter Duramax inline-six introduced in the automaker’s full-size pickups late last year is a refined affair. It’s also making something of a reputation … Continue reading