g) line, enabling the production of high-precision cylinder block castings. Gravity casting technology is used for cylinder heads. All machining operations are performed using CNC (Computer Numerical Control) equipment. The company expanded its production capacity in 2022 and launched the CSS Prime assembly line. It produces naturally aspirated and turbocharged 1.2-liter engines using General Motors technology. These engines are intended for Chev...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/24

GM starts new Tracker production in Argentina On July 14, General Motors South America announced the start of production of the new Chevrolet Tracker subcompact SUV at its Alvear Industrial Complex in Santa Fe, Argentina. While the SUV will primarily target export markets, it will also supply the local market. The updated model features a redesigned front end with a modern aesthetic and improved interior, including more comfortable seats and a d...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

GM to move Cadillac Escalade to Orion plant, as well as Chevrolet Silverado, GMC Sierra On July 15, General Motors said it plans to produce the Cadillac Escalade SUV, as well as the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra light-duty pickups at Orion Assembly in early 2027, according to GM spokeswoman Tara Kuhnen. GM said that the expansion of the Orion site has already been made, with a new body shop and space addition to the paint shop, and includes ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Volvo Cars cuts 15% of U.S. headquarters workforce amid general cutbacks Volvo Cars has cut about 15% of its commercial workforce in the U.S. as the company battles recent market headwinds. Volvo eliminated about 60 jobs, mostly at its Mahwah, New Jersey, headquarters, according to a person familiar with the matter. Some of the cuts were made through attrition. Volvo’s U.S. field staff is not affected. “Volvo Cars is taking measures to become...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/11

GM starts production of updated Tracker in Brazil On July 1, General Motors Brazil announced the start of commercial production of the new Chevrolet Tracker at its Sao Caetano do Sul plant. The updated SUV, which will arrive at dealerships in the coming weeks, features major improvements in design, dynamic comfort, and connectivity. It includes a redesigned front, a virtual cockpit and OnStar with new services, such as Safe Monitoring. To enable ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

, who is serving a six-year sentence for corruption confirmed by the Supreme Court. The strike affected the morning shift at Ford Pacheco, Mercedes-Benz in Virrey del Pino, Toyota in Zárate, and Volkswagen also in Pacheco, while afternoon operations resumed normally. Plants operated by Stellantis, General Motors, and Renault were not impacted. According to industry estimates, the strike resulted in the loss of 700 to 800 units of vehicle product...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/20

and size of the E-Ray front drive unit, the ZR1X unit pairs strengthened internal components and improvements in energy deployment to generate an additional 26 hp and 20 lb-ft of torque.  The 2026 Corvette ZR1X will be available in coupe or hardtop convertible body style.  Every ZR1X is built at General Motors’ Bowling Green Assembly Plant, with every LT7 engine hand-assembled at the Bowling Green Performance Build Center. Further details on...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/18

GM to invest USD 4 billion in Orion, Fairfax, Spring Hill plants over 2 years On June 11, General Motors announced plans to invest about USD 4 billion over the next two years in three of its domestic manufacturing plants to increase U.S. production of both ICE and electric vehicles. The new investment will give GM the ability to assemble more than two million vehicles per year in the U.S. in plants including: Orion Assembly will begin production...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/12

GMC offers more equipment, new trims for 2026 Terrain crossover On May 25, GMC announced that production of the AT4 and Denali trims has begun for the 2026 Terrain, built at General Motors’ San Luis Potosi assembly plant in Mexico. A GM spokesperson said there has been no change to strategy or pricing in response to the Trump administration’s import tariffs on vehicles and parts. For 2026, GMC has added more standard content to the third-gene...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

Tanzania Government asks Saturn Corporation to revive General Tyre plant On May 13, multiple sources reported that the Tanzania Government has instructed the National Development Corporation (NDC) to partner with Saturn Corporation, a vehicle assembly firm, to revive the long-closed General Tyre East Africa plant. The plant, which has been shut since 2009, is expected to support the localization of tire manufacturing within the country. Based on ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

FANUC, Inbolt pioneer robots that think, act at assembly line speeds On May 6, Inbolt and FANUC announced they are launching a manufacturing breakthrough enabling FANUC robots to perform production tasks on continuously moving parts at line speeds, one of the most complex challenges in workflow automation. With Inbolt’s AI-powered 3D vision, manufacturers can now automate screw insertion, bolt rundown, glue application and other high-precision ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/07

GM Canada cuts 48,000 units from Oshawa plant production due to tariffs On May 2, General Motors announced it will cut a shift at its truck plant in Oshawa, Ontario, this fall in response to President Donald Trump's trade war with Canada. Trump enacted a general 25% tariff on Canadian imports, with some exceptions. Canada followed with a 25% countertariff as well. Oshawa Assembly plant built 144,121 Chevrolet Silverado HD and light-duty pickups a...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

GM’s EV-only plan for Orion Assembly Plant could change On April 29, a report said that General Motors is reevaluating the vehicle segment and powertrain types slated for production at its Orion Assembly Plant and may not exclusively produce fully electric vehicles after its retooling, citing two people familiar with the matter, as GM adjusts production to address consumer demand. GM planned to relaunch the Orion plant after a USD 4 billion ret...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

GM recalls 600,000 SUVs, pickups in U.S., 721,000 worldwide, for engine failure risk On April 29, General Motors announced that it is recalling 721,000 SUVs and trucks worldwide due to engine issues that could lead to a loss of power and boost the risk of a crash, after nearly 900,000 2019-2024 model year vehicles were investigated for engine failure in January 2025. The recall includes nearly 600,000 vehicles in the U.S., affecting 2021-2024 mod...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/01

GM now produces more battery cells in U.S. than Tesla General Motors aims to fully electrify its light-duty vehicle fleet by 2035, and has been making huge investments to expand its EV production capacity. According to recent reports, GM is now producing more battery cells in the U.S. than Tesla.  GM’s leap forward has been driven by a dramatic production ramp-up at its Ultium Cells battery plants in Warren, Ohio, and Spring Hill, Tennessee, a...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/26

de Sá announced that the company is negotiating with two automakers in Brazil to supply key components for locally assembled hybrid vehicles. The parts involved are on-board chargers (OBC) and inverters, both currently produced in Spain, with plans to initially import them before considering local assembly or production, depending on demand. Mahle already supplies Battery Thermal Management Systems (BTMS) to Marcopolo and is in talks to provide ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

ariffs and plans to boost its investment in Thailand, which serves as its export hub for Southeast Asia. While the company didn’t reveal the revised investment figure, it confirmed it will exceed the previous estimate of THB 5 billion. Neta currently produces right-hand-drive BEVs at the Bangchan General Assembly plant, targeting 10,000 units in 2025 and scaling up to 50,000 by 2029. A BEV repair and maintenance center is also set to open in 20...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/21

GM to halt BrightDrop production at CAMI Assembly for more than 5 months On April 11, GM Canada announced that the all-electric CAMI Assembly plant is halting production of Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 and 600 delivery vans starting April 14 for three weeks. Workers will return for two weeks in May for limited production, and then the factory will close for another 20 weeks. During this downtime, GM plans to complete retooling work for production of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/12

GM increasing truck production at Fort Wayne plant as tariffs take effect On April 3, GM announced it is increasing production of full-size pickup trucks at its Fort Wayne Assembly Plant and hiring hundreds of temporary employees. The announcement came the day President Trump's 25% tariff on imported vehicles began being collected. "General Motors will be making operational adjustments at Fort Wayne Assembly, including hiring temporary employees,...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

May, the company will focus on clearing its debts with suppliers and dealers. At the press day of the 46th Bangkok International Motor Show, the company revealed that its parent company in China had successfully settled its debts with all creditors.  Local production of the Neta X at the Bangchan General Assembly plant is expected to start in July, joining the Neta V-II model, which is currently in production.In 2025, Neta Auto Thailand aims to...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/27