General Motors

Automotive

Founded in 1908 in Flint, Michigan by William C. Durant, General Motors is a global automotive leader behind Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick, Ultium EV platform, and Cruise autonomous vehicles.

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Quick Facts

Founded: 1908
Founder: William C. Durant
Headquarters: Detroit, Michigan
Public Ticker: NYSE: GM

About General Motors

General Motors was founded in 1908 in Flint, Michigan by William C. Durant as a holding company for Buick, acquiring Oldsmobile, Cadillac, and Oakland (Pontiac) shortly after. For over 70 years, GM was the largest automobile manufacturer in the world.

Headquartered in Detroit, Michigan under CEO Mary Barra, GM generates over $170 billion annually. Operating four core vehicle brands — Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick — GM is pioneering an all-electric future powered by its modular Ultium battery platform, Super Cruise hands-free driving, and Cruise autonomous vehicle technology.

What General Motors Does

Ultium EV Platform

Modular electric vehicle battery and drive unit architecture powering Silverado EV, Cadillac LYRIQ, and Equinox EV.

Vehicle Brands (Chevy, GMC, Cadillac, Buick)

Full lineup of trucks (Silverado, Sierra), luxury SUVs (Escalade), and crossover vehicles.

Cruise (Autonomous Vehicles)

Self-driving robotaxi technology company developing purpose-built autonomous vehicles.

OnStar & Connected Services

In-vehicle safety, emergency response, telematics, and software-defined vehicle services.

Career Areas

Types of professional roles found inside General Motors.

Ultium Battery & EV Software Engineering
Autonomous Vehicle & AI Engineering
Automotive Exterior & Interior Design
Global Assembly & Manufacturing Ops
Supply Chain & Procurement
Brand Marketing & Dealer Relations
Financial Management & GM Financial
Human Resources & Talent Acquisition

General Motors's History

1908
GM Founded in Flint
William C. Durant incorporates General Motors, acquiring Buick and Oldsmobile.
1911
Chevrolet Brand Founded
Durant partners with race car driver Louis Chevrolet to create Chevrolet.
1953
Corvette Debuts
Launches the Chevrolet Corvette, America's iconic fiberglass sports car.
2016
Cruise Automation Acquisition
Acquires self-driving startup Cruise Automation to accelerate autonomous vehicle R&D.
2021
Ultium Battery Plant Expansion
Commits $35 billion to EV and AV technology development, constructing multiple Ultium battery factories.