News By Topic: Chevrolet

LIVE from Bangkok International Motor Show GM Thailand Will Submit an Application to Eco Car Program Phase 2

Mar 26, 2014

General Motors Thailand announced today that they will submit an application to the Thailand Board of Investment’s Eco Car Phase 2 program. “GM’s intent to develop a new Chevrolet car for production in Thailand is well aligned with the objective of the Eco Car program,” said Marcos Purty, the new ma ... Continue reading

Chevrolet offers discount to Ron Fellows driving course for new Corvette owners

Mar 26, 2014

Chevrolet is helping owners get the most from their new Corvette Stingray through the Ron Fellows Performance Driving School. The two-day program is available to 2014 Corvette Stingray owners for $1,000 – a $1,500 reduction from the standard rate. Developed and managed by legendary Corvette racer Ron Fellows, the ... Continue reading

U.S. Senator Joins Hilliard Request for GM Emergency Action

Mar 25, 2014

This morning, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal joined Texas attorney Robert Hilliard in urging Attorney General Eric Holder to hold General Motors responsible for the deaths and injuries caused by the carmaker's faulty ignition switch in over 1.6 million GM vehicles. Senator Blumenthal's letter to Mr. Holder accompanies ... Continue reading

New Modular Ecotec Engines are More Adaptable, Efficient

Mar 21, 2014

A new generation of Ecotec small-displacement engines streamlines General Motors’ global powertrain portfolio with a modular architecture that broadens its adaptability to global markets and reduces manufacturing complexity – while offering customers leading-edge efficiency, refinement and durability. The new ... Continue reading

GM Grows Business Elite Program

Mar 21, 2014

General Motors grew its Business Elite program by 16 percent in its first year, adding 74 dealers to its network of dealerships equipped to meet the unique needs of commercial customers. Launched in March 2013, the Business Elite program is designed to provide business customers with the industry’s best sales and ... Continue reading

March's Top Lease, Cash Back, Zero-Down Financing Deals; Chevrolet Volt Ranked No. 1

Mar 19, 2014

The extreme winter weather conditions much of the country has experienced in February resulted in fewer shoppers on dealership lots. Consequently, March is a time for automotive brands to catch up on sales lost last month by offering a variety of new-car deals. The editors at Kelley Blue Book have assembled their list ... Continue reading

On the Heels of Recalls, GM Announces New Vehicle Safety Chief

Mar 18, 2014

General Motors CEO Mary Barra today named a new vehicle safety leader whose first priority will be to quickly identify and resolve product safety issues. Jeff Boyer, has been named to the newly created position of Vice President, Global Vehicle Safety, effective immediately. Boyer, who has spent nearly 40 years in a wi ... Continue reading

GM Gives Grants to help fund new-home builds, revitalization projects and veterans' initiative

Mar 18, 2014

The General Motors Foundation is donating more than $1.45 million to Habitat for Humanity to fund at least 10 new-home builds and 15 neighborhood revitalization projects across the United States, as well as a special veterans’ program in partnership with up to 50 Habitat affiliates. “An important factor in bu ... Continue reading

GM redoubles safety efforts, announces new recalls

Mar 17, 2014

2009-2014 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana to get reworked instrument panel material to meet compliance for unbelted passengers 2013 and some 2014 Cadillac XTS models to be repaired to prevent possible brake booster corrosion that may result in overheating Some 2008-2009 and all 2010-2013 Buick Enclave and GMC Acadia, ... Continue reading

Actor Rodney Allen Rippy featured on Fireball Tim's 5Minute

Mar 17, 2014

Watch as Fireball Tim takes a ride with Rodney Allen. ... Continue reading

GM Breaks Ground on New Reduced-Scale Wind Tunnel

Mar 17, 2014

“ General Motors broke ground today on a new $30 million reduced-scale wind tunnel to expand its aerodynamic testing facility on its Warren Technical Center campus. The investment will improve test capabilities and support of aerodynamic development, critical to GM’s global CO2 compliance strategy. The new facili ... Continue reading

Chevrolet Designs for Pothole Perseverance

Mar 14, 2014

“ Spring hasn’t arrived, but the potholes have. While no one plans to hit them, they are inevitable and in many cases unavoidable. More than an uncomfortable nuisance, they can damage tires, wheels and suspension components. Chevrolet helps combat the effects of potholes by taking them head-on, testing vehicles s ... Continue reading

GM Wins Six "Best Family Car" Awards

Mar 14, 2014

Chevrolet Corvette Team Receives the 2014 Golden Gear Award

Mar 14, 2014

At its Annual Gala, the Washington Automotive Press Association (WAPA) presented the Golden Gear Award to the team responsible for the development of the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. The award was accepted on the team's behalf by Stacy Summers, District Sales Manager for Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C., for ... Continue reading

Chevrolet Asks the World, 'What Do You #PlayFor?'

Mar 14, 2014

Global campaign to celebrate play and inspire the worldwide football community Brand to rebuild pitches in developing regions around the world and provide nearly indestructible footballs from One World Futbol Project Manchester United legends to work with coaches and children in places where play is needed most As part ... Continue reading