News By Topic: GMC

17 New EPA Certifications For Propane Liquid Injection Bi-fuel Systems For GM Vehicles

Aug 8, 2012

Icom North America, a leading developer and manufacturer of liquid-injection propane (autogas) systems for commercial and consumer vehicles, has received 17 new U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certifications for its patented JTG II Propane Liquid Injection bi-fuel systems. The new certifications cover approx ... Continue reading

Consumer Reports: New Fuel Efficient Engines Shake Up Sporty Compact SUV Ratings

Jul 24, 2012

BMW X3 and Redesigned Acura RDX Move To Top of Ratings YONKERS, NY— While the BMW X3 and redesigned Acura RDX have move up in Consumer Reports Ratings of upscale compact sporty SUVs, both vehicles earned a top spot by changing their powertrains in different directions. The X3 has been powered by a six-cylinder bas ... Continue reading

Rugged Liner Announces Award Of Sole Source Bedliner Program By General Motors North America

Jul 9, 2012

Rugged Liner Inc. of Owosso, MI announced today that it has been awarded the Bedliner program by General Motors North America for the next generation 2015 Chevrolet Colorado / GMC Canyon. Scott Williamson, President of Rugged Liner, stated: "We are proud of our company-wide emphasis on quality and the GM North America ... Continue reading

2012 JD Power Initial Quality Study Close-up Look

Jun 22, 2012

</p><p>By Steve Purdy <br>TheAutoChannel.com <br>Michigan Bureau </p><P>Detroit MI June 19, 2012; The U.S. auto industry posted the best improvement in performance since 2009 in this year’s important Initial Quality Survey conducted by J.D. Power and Associates. In the IQS’ 26 year history the average new car ... Continue reading

2012 Pickups Ranked By Max Towing Capacity

Jun 7, 2012

Auto Central June 7, 2012; With words flying between Ford and GM concerning their Pickups towing capacity, I thought you might want to see for yourself. ... Continue reading

GM May 2012 U.S. Sales Highest in 33 Months

Jun 1, 2012

DETROIT June 1, 2012; General Motors Co. today reported May sales of 245,256 vehicles in the United States, up 11 percent year over year and the highest monthly total since August 2009 when dealers delivered 246,479 units. GM retail sales were up 14 percent year-over-year and the retail mix was 70 percent. Fleet sales ... Continue reading

GM Makes Changes To U.S. Sales Team

May 18, 2012

DETROIT – In preparation for numerous product launches in the coming months, General Motors North America President Mark Reuss today announced the following changes for U.S. sales executives: Alan Batey, 49, is appointed to the newly created position of GM vice president, U.S. Sales and Service. He will report to ... Continue reading

2012 GMC Acadia Denali AWD Review By Steve Purdy

May 15, 2012

2012 GMC ACADIA DENALI AWD Don’t mess with a sure thing By Steve Purdy TheAutoChannel.com Michigan Bureau Three of GM’s most successful products are the trio of full-size, three-row crossovers assembled in the Lansing, MI, Delta Township plant - Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse and this week’s tester, G ... Continue reading

GM Australia Discovers Ethanol as GM America Ignores It +VIDEO

May 8, 2012

Ironic Twist in General Motors' Strategy Could Eventually Help Enlighten American Acceptance of Ethanol By Marc J. Rauch There's an interesting development taking place at General Motor's Australian subsidiary, Holden. The Australian division is trumpeting ethanol as a viable fuel that can help Australia's economy whil ... Continue reading

Consumer Advisory: NHTSA Offers Tips for Safe Travel in 15-Passenger Vans

Apr 13, 2012

WASHINGTON, DC March 22, 2012;– As the spring driving season gets under way, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is urging colleges, church groups, and other users of 15-passenger vans to take specific steps to keep drivers and passengers safe — including buckling up every trip, every t ... Continue reading

Is Your Vehicle Pet Friendly? +VIDEO

Apr 12, 2012

NEW YORK - April 12, 2012: They're warm, cuddly and put a smile on the face of their owners. As they become a bigger part of their owners' lives, pets also should be top of mind when buying a new automobile. Nearly six in 10 respondents to a 2011 AAA/Kurgo survey said they had driven with their dog in the automobile at ... Continue reading

2013 GMC Terrain Denali SUV Debuts with New 3.6L V-6 +VIDEO

Mar 17, 2012

Offers distinctive style along with new technology and safety features NEW YORK - GMC is expanding its exclusive Denali sub-brand with the debut of the 2013 Terrain Denali, bringing a new level of style and power to the small SUV. “Denali is growing fast,” said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of GMC Marketi ... Continue reading

Total Car Score Ranks Best Family Cars for Road Trips

Mar 13, 2012

With the spring and summer travel seasons just around the corner, Total Car Score today announced its top cars for family travel. The best minivans, midsize sedans and SUV crossover vehicles were considered, and the newly redesigned 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid led the pack. Total Car Score is a car comparison website that ... Continue reading

NatGas Is Rolling...In Chrysler, GM Pickups Fueled by 'CNG In A Box,' NGI Reports

Mar 12, 2012

The swing toward natural gas vehicles (NGV) took on aspects of a bandwagon last week as two major automakers paraded out new natural gas-powered pickup trucks, and General Electric (GE) and Chesapeake Energy Corp. heralded a new "CNG In A Box" fueling station design, Natural Gas Intelligence (NGI) reports. ... Continue reading

Buick Samaritan's Feet in GM Wintergarden

Mar 9, 2012

Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of Buick and GMC Marketing ‚ Emmanuel "Manny" Ohonme, Samaritan's Feet founder Details: Upcoming Buick activities at the NCAA basketball Final Four will be discussed and 300 children from a Detroit area charter school will be present to receive donated shoes and foot cleaning. The Sam ... Continue reading