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GM Defense LLC, a subsidiary of General Motors, has successfully delivered the first Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV) to the U.S. Army, fulfilling a $214.3 million contract awarded in June 2020. This marks GM Defense's initial significant delivery since its reestablishment in 2017. The ISV is built on the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 architecture and utilizes 90% commercial-off-the-shelf parts for enhanced performance and mobility. The vehicle can be transported by various military helicopters, showcasing GM Defense's commitment to innovative military solutions and efficiency.

General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) announced a $2 billion investment to transform its Spring Hill, Tennessee, plant into a manufacturing site for electric vehicles (EVs), including the Cadillac LYRIQ. This initiative marks GM's commitment to an all-electric future, alongside similar transitions at Factory ZERO in Detroit and Orion Assembly in Michigan. The funding will enhance plant infrastructure, while additional investments in five other Michigan facilities total over $100 million for new vehicle production. Since 2009, GM's U.S. manufacturing investments exceed $29 billion.

General Motors has been recognized for producing the most American-made vehicle models according to two independent studies. In the Cars.com American-Made Index, nine out of the top 25 models are GM products. The American University Kogod School of Business index ranks ten GM models in the top 25 and highlights GM's leadership in total domestic content. Since 2009, GM has invested over $27 billion in U.S. manufacturing, with a focus on electric vehicle components and assembly, including a recent $2.2 billion investment in the Factory ZERO for electric trucks and SUVs.

General Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) will report its third quarter 2020 financial results on November 5, 2020, at 7:30 a.m. ET. A press release and presentation will be available on the Investor Relations website. Following the announcement, GM will host a conference call at 10 a.m. ET to discuss the results. Participants can join via specific call-in numbers provided. Future earnings announcements are scheduled for February 10, 2021, and May 5, 2021.

General Motors (GM) reported delivering 665,192 vehicles in Q3 2020, marking a 10% decline compared to the previous year, although sales improved monthly. Notably, September saw a year-over-year increase. Large pickups and full-size SUVs remain strong, with significant gains in models like the Chevrolet Blazer and the Cadillac XT6, both up by 45%. GM's market share in light and heavy-duty pickups rose to 37.5%. The company attributes rebound in demand to low auto loan rates and a shift in consumer preferences post-pandemic.

General Motors announced a $71 million investment in two manufacturing plants in Ohio: $39 million for the Toledo transmission plant and $32 million for the Defiance casting plant. This initiative will preserve 240 manufacturing jobs and enhance production capabilities, specifically for GM's eight-speed rear-wheel-drive transmission and future engine components. Since 2009, GM has invested over $3.3 billion in Ohio, supporting local employment and solidifying its manufacturing footprint.

General Motors has successfully delivered its 30,000th V+Pro critical care ventilator to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services as part of its collaboration with Ventec Life Systems to combat COVID-19. This effort saw production ramp up from an initial phone call to a completed federal order in just 154 days, averaging one ventilator every seven minutes. Ventec will now take over the manufacturing operations in Kokomo and Bothell, maintaining production capacity as needed amidst ongoing demand during the pandemic.

General Motors announced the appointment of John Stapleton as the acting global chief financial officer, effective August 15, following the resignation of Dhivya Suryadevara. This leadership change comes as GM seeks to strengthen its financial position. Suryadevara played a crucial role in enhancing GM’s balance sheet and cost structure during her tenure. Stapleton, with a long history at GM since 1990, will oversee the financial strategies while the company searches for a permanent CFO.