Why It's Essential for Congress to Provide Financial Stimulus to the U.S. Auto Industry
Nov 26, 2008
The Fate of the Industrialized World Hangs In the Balance This Is Not Merely Issue of Protecting a Segment of the Work Force; itâs an Issue of Societal Progress By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher Innovation has almost always been the stimulus to advance human civilization. Sometimes the innovations ... Continue reading
Denying Big Three a Bailout Can Be a Historic Opportunity to Get America off Oil and Save Detroit
Nov 18, 2008
By Edwin Black The impulse to accede to political pressure and jobs blackmail from the Big Three for a $25 billion bailout offers America a historic turning-point opportunity. This is the countryâs chance to both reform the auto industry and ignite a massive shift off of oil in one master stroke. How? The $25 bill ... Continue reading
EPA Releases 2009 Most and Least Fuel Efficient Cars, SUVs, Vans and Trucks
Oct 16, 2008
Washington DC October 15, 2008; The EPA and U.S. Energy Department yesterday issued the 2009 fuel economy guide which is dominated by international makes. The overall fuel economy leader is still the Toyota Prius, rated at 48 mpg in the city and 45 on the highway. The smart car, which arrived in the United States last ... Continue reading
Oct 10, 2008
A solution to General Motors' North American woes may be staring them right in the face By Marc J. Rauch Exec. Vice President/Co-Publisher General Motors' Europe President Carl-Peter Forster made an ironic cry for government help during his 2008 Paris Motor Show presentation. In discussing carbon emission requirements ... Continue reading
GM Reports 284,300 Deliveries in September 2008; Highest Monthly Market Share of 2008
Oct 1, 2008
DETROIT October 1, 2008; General Motors dealers in the United States delivered 284,300 vehicles in September, giving GM its best monthly share so far in 2008. GM's share improvement was led by continued strong performances in the mid-car, crossover and full size truck segments. The GM Employee Discount for Everyone sal ... Continue reading
GM Focuses on a Thriving Future on Centennial Anniversary - VIDEO ENHANCED
Sep 17, 2008
<p>DETROIT, September 16, 2008 - As GM concludes its first 100 years with a legacy of iconic brands and technological breakthroughs, the company is embarking on a new century as a global leader in design and innovation.</p> <p>To help commemorate its Centennial today, GM began its second century with GMnext Day to affi ... Continue reading
GM to Mark 100th Anniversary with Surprises and Live Broadcasts - Watch It Here On The Auto Channel
Sep 16, 2008
Series of Activities Will Focus on Future of Transportation DETROIT, August 16, 2008 - On September 16, 2008, General Motors will mark the beginning of its second century with GMnext Day, a series of forward-looking activities that will focus on the future of automotive transportation. The event also caps a year-long g ... Continue reading
EPA Joins GM in World's Largest Market Test of Hydrogen Powered Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
Sep 13, 2008
Federal agency continues commitment to alternative fuel technologies with the addition of a Chevy Equinox Fuel Cell electric vehicle to its fleet Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Stephen L. Johnson and General Motors Vice President Environment, Energy and Safety Policy Beth Lowery Download Photography WASH ... Continue reading
GM Extends Employee Pricing Discount Offer on 2008 and Adds 2009 Models
Sep 3, 2008
DETROIT, Sept 3, 2008; David Bailey writing for Reuters reported that General Motors Corp (GM.N: Quote, Profile, Research, Stock Buzz) has extended its employee-level pricing discount program by one month through September and added a number of 2009 model year vehicles to the offer, a spokesman said on Wednesday. GM, t ... Continue reading
GM Design Interns Look Into the Future, Pt. 6 - VIDEO FEATURE
Sep 3, 2008
WARREN, MI - September 3, 2008: This week the design interns work with GM engineers to transform the wild creativity into real-world feasibility. Through its annual summer intern program, General Motors is hosting twenty one college interns from around the world at the GM Design Center in Warren, Michigan. Their charge ... Continue reading
GM Design Interns Look Into the Future, Pt. 5 - VIDEO FEATURE
Aug 25, 2008
WARREN, MI - August 25, 2008: In this episode, GM's design interns talk about their selection of interior materials, patterns and colors. Click PLAY to watch video About the Internship Program Through its annual summer intern program, General Motors is hosting twenty one college interns from around the world at the GM ... Continue reading
GM Design Interns Look Into the Future, Pt. 4 - VIDEO FEATURE
Aug 21, 2008
WARREN, MI - August 21, 2008: In this episode, the design interns take their concepts through the clay modeling process; talking about the challenges and problems they encountered along the way. About the Internship Program Through its annual summer intern program, General Motors is hosting twenty one college interns f ... Continue reading
GM's Ed Welburn Reminisces on Visiting Motorama - VIDEO FEATURE
Aug 20, 2008
PEBBLE BEACH, CA - August 20, 2008: During the 1950's, GM's Motorama car show traveled around the U.S. displaying the most exquisite concept vehicles of the time. Vice President of Global Design Ed Welburn reminisces on visiting Motorama as a child and reveals his excitement on its upcoming presence at the 2008 Pebble ... Continue reading
Celebrating GM's 100th Anniversary: The Employee Discount for Everyone
Aug 19, 2008
DETROIT August 19, 2008; GM today announced the GM 100th Anniversary Sales Event, on virtually its entire lineup of 2008MY Chevrolet, Pontiac, Buick, GMC, Saturn, Cadillac, Saab and HUMMER vehicles from August 20 through September 2, 2008. The event features employee pricing on nearly all 2008MY vehicles, and select 20 ... Continue reading
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