General Motors Company

General Motors Company is one of the world’s largest automakers, with a global footprint spanning more than 120 markets around the world. Founded in 1908 as a holding company for Buick, GM has grown to become a leader in commercial and consumer vehicles, boasting a portfolio of popular brands including Chevrolet, Cadillac, Buick, GMC, Holden, and Wuling. The company also holds a 20 percent share of the global electric vehicle market and operates a number of electric car models under its Chevrolet, Cadillac, and Buick brands.

GM operates in four major segments: GM North America, GM International, Cruise, and GM Financial. GM North America is responsible for the sales, engineering, and manufacturing of vehicles in the United States and Canada, as well as Mexico, South Korea, and Latin America. GM International covers the automaker’s operations in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. Cruise, GM’s self-driving car subsidiary, operates its own vehicle models and services in multiple cities. GM Financial provides financing and insurance products to customers.

In recent years, GM has made significant investments in innovation, particularly in electric and autonomous vehicles. In March 2019, the company unveiled the world’s first production electric pickup truck, the GMC Hummer EV. It also acquired Cruise and launched its own self-driving cars in San Francisco. GM has also been a leader in developing connected cars, launching an industry-leading in-vehicle experience platform and offering a range of services that give drivers greater access to their vehicles. GM is focused on positioning itself as a technology-led automaker and leader in the electric and autonomous future of mobility.