General Motors Michigan Plant Will Develop Cleaner, Fuel-Efficient Engines

General Motors Michigan plant is one of five plants set to receive a large investment by GM to build engines emphasizing cleaner emissions and fuel efficiency.
DETRIOT, M.I. – General Motors Michigan workers should be pleased with GM’s announcement issued in a press release that it plans to invest more than $890 million in order to create cleaner, more fuel-efficient small block truck and car engines.
The news comes on the heels of General Motors Corp.’s announcement that it has repaid its government loan in full with interest five years ahead of schedule.
The investment will not only create or retain 1,600 jobs, but will also improve overall fuel economy for General Motors Michigan customers.
Mark Reuss, president of GM North America said in the press release, “GM is investing in our plants, restoring and creating jobs and making progress toward our vision of designing, building and selling the world's best vehicles. These latest investments show our commitment to improving fuel economy for buyers of every GM car, truck and crossover and giving them the best possible driving and ownership experience.”
The total investment amount of $890 million will be distributed across five plants and it will include facility renovations along with new machinery installations. The plants set to receive work include a General Motors Michigan plant located in Bay City; Tonawanda, N.Y.; Defiance, Ohio; Bedford,Ind.; and St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.
Though the complete specifics about the new engine – such as the full details of its capabilities – were not immediately disclosed, GM did state in the press release that “The next generation of small block engine family will have unprecedented fuel efficiency through direct injection and an all-new advanced combustion system design.” In addition to the improved fuel economy, the engine family will rely on lighter aluminum engine blocks, be E85 ethanol capable, and meet forthcoming emissions standards requirements.
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