s announced it would be laying off approximately 900 workers indefinitely at its Fairfax, Kansas assembly plant as timing for a second shift remains uncertain. GM is placing the 900 workers on indefinite layoff at the Fairfax Assembly plant, as it retools the plant for production of the ICE-powered Equinox. Those employees were placed on temporary layoff as of September 4. GM ended production of the Chevrolet Malibu sedan at its Fairfax Assembly ...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/04

of 2025 were up 10% now to 2.2 million vehicles. GM set another EV sales record in Q3, with 66,501 deliveries as customers sought to take advantage of the USD 7,500 federal tax credit. GM’s year to date total EV sales in the U.S. now stand at 144,668 units, up 105% from a year earlier. Chevrolet Equinox EV is the best-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S.  GM’s crossovers and SUVs reached a new record in Q3. GMC Terrain, Chevrolet Equinox, Chevr...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

he 2027 model year, offering up new exterior and interior designs, upgraded technology larger infotainment screens, and new lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery chemistry. The next-generation 2027 Bolt EV will be offered in two trim levels, LT and RS, similar to trim levels offered in the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Blazer EV. The Equinox EV is currently available in LT 1, LT 2, and RS trims, while the Blazer EV offers LT, RS, and the high-performan...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

Continental supplies CrossContact RX tires for Cadillac OPTIQ and Chevrolet Equinox EV e-SUVs Continental AG (Continental) announced that it will supply its CrossContact RX tires as original equipment for General Motors’ electric SUVs, the Cadillac OPTIQ and Chevrolet Equinox EV, in 20- and 21-inch sizes across multiple countries. The all-weather touring tire features ContiSeal technology, which can seal punctures up to 6 mm in diameter, allowi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/16

let, Cadillac, and GMC. Recognizing it to be short-lived, GM still expects the buying surge to pay long-term dividends due to manufacturer loyalty and EV customers’ commitment to the technology. GM remains the #2 EV seller in the U.S., after Tesla, driven by demand for vehicles like its Chevrolet Equinox EV and Cadillac Lyriq, as well as its Chevrolet, GMC and GMC Hummer pickups and SUVs. GM is expecting strong demand again in September, but af...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/04

 Cadillac sales were up 16.5% to 86,104 units   •    GMC sales were up 11.2% to 315,906 units GM became America’s #2 EV manufacturer in mid-2024, with GM’s Q2 EV market at approximately 16%.   Chevrolet is currently America’s #2 EV brand, with first-half EV sales up 134%. The Chevrolet Equinox EV is expected to be one of America’s top 3 best-selling EVs year to date. (GM releases on July 1, 2025) 1 / 2 / 3...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

GM to keep operations and jobs in Mexico On June 10, General Motors (GM) announced a USD 4 billion investment plan to boost vehicle production in the U.S., shifting the manufacturing of the Chevrolet Blazer and Equinox from Mexico to American plants in Michigan, Kansas, and Tennessee. Currently, these models are assembled in Ramos Arizpe and San Luis Potosí, Mexico. Despite this shift, Mexico’s Secretary of Economy, Marcelo Ebrard, stated that...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/13

GM’s Factory ZERO will be the dedicated assembly location for the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, Cadillac Escalade IQ, and GMC Hummer EV pickup and SUV. Orion was originally slated to produce EV trucks after retooling. Fairfax Assembly will support production of the ICE-powered Chevrolet Equinox beginning in mid-2027. Fairfax remains on track to begin building the 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV by the end of 2025. Fairfax is expected to receiv...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

month time period across its EV lineup, which includes the Ford Mustang Mach-E, F-150 Lightning and E-Transit van. GM’s large YoY EV increase came in part with the launch of Cadillac's Optiq and Vistiq vehicles, and increased availability of the Chevrolet Blazer EV, Silverado EV, and best-selling Equinox EV, which sold 21,804 units in the first five months of 2025. (Detroit Free Press article on June 9, 2025)(GM press release on June 9, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

better snow braking than the Michelin Defender2 and Continental ControlContact Tour M A/S, and 2% better wet braking than the Defender2. Available in 36 sizes for 16- to 20-inch wheels with T, H, and V speed ratings, top vehicle fitments include the Honda Civic, Toyota RAV4, Ford Escape, Chevrolet Equinox, and Hyundai Palisade. The Turanza EverDrive aligns with Bridgestone’s E8 Commitment, specifically focusing on Ecology, Extension, and Ease....

News  Updated at: 2025/06/07

GM launches all-electric Chevrolet Equinox EV in Middle East On May 28, General Motors launched the all-electric Chevrolet Equinox EV in the Middle East. The vehicle is now available with prices starting at AED 169,900 in the UAE, KWD 13,500 in Kuwait, and BHD 18,300 in Bahrain. The new Chevrolet Equinox EV delivers 213 hp of maximum power, 320 Nm of maximum torque, and can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in just 8 seconds. It is equipped with 80 k...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

taff the Ultium Cells facility in Tennessee, overseeing a highly automated system that executes complex production tasks spanning chemical mixing, coating, curing, and cell stacking. Finished cells are shipped to vehicle assembly lines to power the Cadillac Lyriq and Vistiq, Chevrolet Blazer EV and Equinox EV, Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX. Ultium Cells Warren, Ohio began production in August 2022 and currently employs 1,700 people, with 41 GWh of...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

to the U.S., despite steep U.S. tariffs. “At this time, GM has no plans to halt or relocate production of any of our EV models made in Mexico,” said the  director of GM de México’s EV operations, Adrián Enciso,  to local media. The Ramos Arizpe plant will continue producing the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Blazer EV, Cadillac Optiq, and Honda Prologue, Enciso said. “It’s possible that additional models such as the Spark could be built ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

f Tesla, the sales decline of models equipped with LG Energy Solution’s batteries led to a 35.7% decrease in Tesla’s usage of LG Energy Solution’s batteries. Meanwhile, the total usage grew by 8.5% due to favorable sales of VW’s ID series and Kia’s EV3, and the expanded sales of Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer, and Silverado EVs, which are built on the Ultium platform. "SNE Research press release" Annual Cumulative Global Battery Usage for ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/08

quarter, with double-digit increases across all four of the company’s brands. For the quarter, GM led the U.S. automotive industry in total, retail, and fleet sales. Chevrolet sales were up 13.7% to 443,564 units, with the best first quarter since 2019. Chevrolet EV sales, including those of the Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Silverado EV, BrightDrop 400/600 vans, and remaining Bolt EVs, totaled 19,186 units in Q1 2025, or 4.3% of total Chevrolet bran...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/02

n the PG&E Vehicle-to-Everything pilot program can receive up to USD 4,500 in incentives off the price of GM Energy bidirectional charging products, including the GM Energy V2H Bundle or Home System.  GM EVs eligible for the program at launch include the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV, 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV, 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, 2024 GMC Sierra EV, and 2025 Cadillac Lyriq EV. GM anticipates adding all 2025 model year E...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/14

gment. BMW iX ranked highest overall and highest in the premium BEV segment with a score of 790, followed by BMW i4 (783) in second and Rivian R1S (770) in third. The Hyundai IONIQ 6 ranked highest in the mass market BEV segment with a score of 751, followed by Kia EV6 (743) in second and Chevrolet Equinox EV (737) in third. J.D. Power notes that 94% of BEV owners are likely to consider purchasing another BEV, a rate also matched by first-time bu...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/26

produced nearly 20 million Chevrolet vehicles in Brazil, with iconic models like the Opala, Corsa, and Onix defining its legacy. Chevrolet accounts for one in five cars registered in the country, setting records unmatched by competitors. GM continues to lead with cutting-edge electric SUVs like the Equinox EV and Blazer EV, boasting nearly 500 km of range. Sustainability is a priority, with efforts in carbon reduction, renewable energy, and biodi...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/25

nda Civic Hybrid: 205 votes2.    Kia K4: 1653.    Toyota Camry: 130 2025 North America Truck of the Year:1.    Ford Ranger: 1832.    Ram 1500: 1613.    Toyota Tacoma: 156 2025 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year:1.    VW ID. Buzz: 1872.    Hyundai Santa Fe: 1853.    Chevrolet Equinox EV: 128 (NACTOY releases on January 10, 2025) 1 / 2  (Detroit Free Press article on January 10, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/11

cantly underperformed due to affordability issues; the resurgence of PHEVs; and the light truck share hit a new record, with passenger cars falling to 13.4% of total sales. Among major OEMs: General Motors led the market with sales reaching above 294,000 units for 2024 due in part to the Chevrolet Equinox EV. Ford had the largest share gain for 2024, rising 1.1% with a 16.2% sales increase over 2023 Volkswagen led in 2024 in terms of percentage ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/07