2008-12-31 GM Statement on Receiving the First Tranche of the Federal Bridge Loan
GM has received the first tranche of $4B from the Federal Government and we look forward to working with the government on all elements of the loan agreement and our viability plan. We appreciate the Administration extending a financial bridge to GM at this critical time for the U.S. auto industry. ...
2008-12-19 GM Statement on Administration Providing Bridge Loan to Domestic Auto Industry
We appreciate the President extending a financial bridge at this most critical time for the U.S. auto industry and our nation's economy. This action helps to preserve many jobs, and supports the continued operation of GM and the many suppliers, dealers and small businesses across the country that depend on us. ...
2008-12-12 GM Statement in Response to White House's Consideration of Other Options to Prevent the Collapse of the Domestic Auto Industry
We are encouraged by the White House's willingness to consider other options, including the TARP program, for immediate aid to the domestic auto industry. We are prepared to work closely with the Administration on possible solutions that could prevent further damage to our nation's economy and also allow us to embark on an aggressive restructuring plan for long term viability. ...
2008-12-08 GM Statement on the Auto Rescue Bill
We appreciate the tireless work of Speaker Pelosi, Leader Reid, Chairman Dodd, Chairman Frank, and the Administration to craft a bill that provides immediate aid to the domestic auto industry with the appropriate mechanisms for accountability and transparency to the taxpayer. ...
2008-12-02 GM Board of Directors Statement on Plan for Long-Term Viability
The General Motors Board of Directors fully supports the Restructuring Plan for Long Term Viability being submitted by the company today to the Senate Banking Committee and House of Representatives Financial Services Committee. ...
2008-12-02 GM Ceasing Corporate Aviation Operations
DETROIT - GM today announced that it is ceasing operations at General Motors Air Transportation Services (GMATS) at Detroit Metro Airport. ...
2008-11-05 General Motors Statement Regarding the Election of Senator Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States
General Motors congratulates Senator Obama on his historic win. He will assume office at an extraordinary time, with a number of national priorities that will require his and Congress' immediate attention. ...
2008-08-20 GM Statement Regarding Medium Duty Truck Business
Due to significant marketplace and economic changes, GM and Navistar have decided not to renew the memorandum of understanding to purchase GM's medium duty truck business, which has expired. ...
2008-08-20 GM Statement on Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent IIHS Crash Test Results
The Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent meet or exceed all federal safety standards and have performed very well in other consumer information tests. ...
2008-07-24 GM Statement on Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon IIHS Side Test Results
GM develops the safety systems in its vehicles to perform in a range of tests and real-world conditions. ...
2008-05-30 GM's Nationwide Process for Locksmiths to Obtain Key Information
GM is implementing a nationwide process for registered locksmiths to obtain information to make replacement keys and obtain immobilizer PIN information for GM vehicles. ...
2008-05-19 GM Statement Regarding the State of Michigan OHSP's Safety Belt Campaign
GM commends the work of the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP) and law enforcement agencies throughout the state as they embark on another campaign to increase safety belt use and save lives. ...
2008-04-22 GM statement on NHTSA proposed 2011-2015 Fuel Economy (CAFE) Targets
GM intends to meet the tough, new national CAFE standards of 35 mpg for cars and trucks combined by 2020, a dramatic increase of 40 percent. NHTSA's proposed rule lays out the first set of standards toward this target. ...
2008-04-04 GM Statement Regarding Delphi Plan Investors
GM is disappointed in the decision by Appaloosa and the plan investors to withdraw their support for Delphi. ...
2008-02-24 Statement from GM Chairman and CEO Rick Wagoner on the passing of Doug Fraser, former UAW president
Doug Fraser made a very important contribution to the UAW and the auto industry through creative problem-solving and partnership. ...
2008-02-20 GM statement regarding the death of retired executive and director Elmer W. Johnson
Elmer Johnson served in a variety of posts at GM from 1983 to 1988, including as executive vice president, general counsel and a director of the corporation. ...