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2020
GM announces electric Hummer SUV launch
GM said it would unveil the GMC-branded electric Hummer on Tuesday, beginning with the SUV version and bringing the pickup version later. The report describes the launch as upcoming, not completed.
2020
Richard Karr Motors offers GM employee pricing to all shoppers
Richard Karr Motors offered GM employee pricing discounts on select new in-stock vehicles during its summer sale, including Buick and GMC models.
2020
GM offers vehicle-purchase incentives during coronavirus outbreak
GM offered vehicle buyers incentives including four months of deferred payments and 0% financing for up to seven years. The offer was available through Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC through March 31, with eligibility conditions stated in the report.
2020
Thompson Chevrolet offers February vehicle lease specials
Thompson Chevrolet offered February lease specials on five Chevrolet and GMC models, with the agreements expiring February 29, 2020.
2020
GM announces second global recall over brake-control software issue
General Motors was reported to be planning a second global recall of about 162,000 vehicles, mainly 2019 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size pickups, because the brake-control software repaired in an earlier recall still had problems. The source says the software could disable electric brake assist under specified conditions; GM reported no accident or injury reports.
2020
Reports of persistent brake-control software problems after recall update
A report said that after new software was installed in about 162,000 recalled vehicles, General Motors began receiving reports that the problem persisted. The vehicles included Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra models.
2020
GM recalls about 162,000 pickup trucks over brake software problem
General Motors recalled about 162,000 2019-model-year Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra light-duty trucks worldwide for faulty brake control software installed during a previous recall. The software could disable brake assist under specified conditions; the company reported no crashes or injuries from the problem.
2020
GMC announces planned return of electric Hummer
GMC announced that Hummer would return as an all-electric vehicle on May 20, 2020; the article reports the relaunch as a future plan, not a completed launch.
2020
GMC announces AT4 package availability across its lineup
GMC announced that it would make its AT4 off-road package available across its entire retail lineup in 2020, with availability rolling out throughout the year.
2020
GMC unveils 2021 Yukon models
GMC unveiled the 2021 Yukon, Yukon XL and Yukon AT4, with new features and a larger footprint than the outgoing models.
2019
GM recalls more than 814,000 vehicles for brake and battery issues
General Motors recalled more than 814,000 U.S. pickup trucks and cars in two campaigns. One covered nearly 464,000 vehicles with a software error that could disable electronic stability control and antilock brakes; another covered over 350,000 pickups with battery cables that could interrupt electrical connections and possibly cause stalling or fire. Dealers were to reprogram brake computers or inspect and clean cable connectors starting January 27. The article said the documents mentioned no crashes, fires or injuries.
2019
Thompson Chevrolet offers November vehicle discounts
Thompson Chevrolet announced November Manager's Specials with discounts on select GM vehicles, including Chevrolet, GMC and Buick models.
2019
GM recalls vehicles over software-related braking risk
GM issued a recall affecting up to 638,068 Chevrolet and GMC SUVs and pickup trucks because a software issue could cause unintended braking. Dealers will reprogram the electronic brake control module free of charge.
2019
GM recalls more than 600,000 trucks and SUVs
General Motors announced a recall of more than 600,000 four-wheel-drive trucks and SUVs because a software error could activate the braking system and increase crash risk. GM said 653,370 vehicles worldwide were potentially affected and no accidents had been reported.
2019
GM recalls vehicles over faulty brake system
General Motors is recalling nearly 3.5 million vehicles because a brake-system issue may make them difficult to use and could result in a crash. The article says repairs are available free of charge at GM dealerships and that loaner vehicles will be provided during repairs for vehicles still under warranty.
2017
Spireon releases FleetLocate Connected by OnStar
Spireon released FleetLocate Connected by OnStar, a fleet management solution for properly equipped GM vehicles that uses embedded OnStar 4G LTE hardware and requires no additional hardware costs or installation.