V2X, General Motors, and U.S. Army Celebrate 11 Years of the Shifting Gears Automotive Technician Training Program
Rhea-AI Summary
V2X (NYSE: VVX) celebrates the 11th anniversary of its Shifting Gears Automotive Technician Training Program, a partnership with General Motors and the U.S. Army at Fort Hood. The eight-week program has trained approximately 1,000 veterans across 50 graduating cohorts, achieving a 100% placement rate at GM dealerships nationwide.
The initiative, part of V2X's broader commitment to supporting service members, provides transitioning military personnel with hands-on training to become certified GM service technicians. Many graduates have achieved World Class Technician status, GM's highest certification level.
Positive
- 100% job placement rate for program graduates at GM dealerships
- Successfully trained approximately 1,000 veterans over 11 years
- Program graduates have achieved highest GM technician certification levels
Negative
- None.
News Market Reaction – VVX
In the Sep 9 session, VVX declined 2.31%, reflecting a moderate negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
AI-generated analysis. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.
Since its inception, more than 50 graduating cohorts have completed the eight-week program, that's about 1,000 students, equipping veterans with in-demand technical skills and preparing them for careers at GM dealerships nationwide. Every graduate has been successfully placed at a GM dealership, with many advancing to achieve World Class Technician status, the highest certification level available to GM technicians.
"Celebrating 11 years of Shifting Gears is more than just recognizing a program, it's honoring the service members whose dedication continues beyond the uniform," said Jeremy C. Wensinger, President and Chief Executive Officer at V2X. "Through this partnership, we're ensuring that our nation's veterans have the skills, stability, and opportunity they deserve as they transition into civilian careers."
The program represents a cornerstone of V2X's commitment to supporting warfighters throughout their journey, from delivering world-class training under the Army's largest training contract (W-TRS), to preparing them for civilian success.
"This program not only builds financial stability for veterans but also ensures dealerships across the country benefit from the discipline, technical expertise, and problem-solving skills of those who have served," said Wensinger.
The Shifting Gears Automotive Technician Training Program stands as a model of public-private collaboration, providing enduring value for veterans, industry, and communities nationwide.
About V2X
V2X builds innovative solutions that integrate physical and digital environments by aligning people, actions, and technology. V2X is embedded in all elements of a critical mission's lifecycle to enhance readiness, optimize resource management, and boost security. The company provides innovation spanning national security, defense, civilian, and international markets. With a global team of approximately 16,000 professionals, V2X enables mission success by injecting AI and machine learning capabilities to meet today's toughest challenges across all operational domains.
Investor Contact
Mike Smith, CFA
Vice President, Treasury, Corporate Development and Investor Relations
IR@goV2X.com
719-637-5773
Media Contact
Angelica Spanos Deoudes
Director, Corporate Communications
Angelica.Deoudes@goV2X.com
571-338-5195
View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/v2x-general-motors-and-us-army-celebrate-11-years-of-the-shifting-gears-automotive-technician-training-program-302550185.html
SOURCE V2X, Inc.