Automakers have embarked on an ambitious drive to hire software “codaholics,” an effort that is increasingly pitting Detroit against its technology partners in Silicon Valley. Photo credit: Reuters
Tag Archives: General Motors
Problems easing in Europe; Ford, GM still concerned
The smaller second-quarter European losses posted last week by General Motors and Ford Motor Co. appeared to signal that the region’s car market has reached its nadir and is beginning to heal.
But neither automaker seems to believe that — or at least they’re not banking on a market rebound to cure the weak demand and capacity glut that drained nearly $2 billion from each company last year.
Toyota set to retain title of world’s top automaker for first half
Toyota looked set to retain its title as the world’s top-selling carmaker in the first half of 2013, company figures showed, outpacing General Motors and Volkswagen as it boosted overseas sales to a record high.
GM fires global powertrain chief, several employees over India emissions testing
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General Motors ousted its top global powertrain executive over irregularities in the automaker’s emission-testing programs in India that have forced it to halt sales of two popular models. Sam Winegarden had been GM’s top engine executive since 2004, overseeing the development and production of engines across the company’s portfolio
GM and Universal Technical Institute partner to meet need for qualified techs
Universal Technical Institute (UTI), a provider of post-secondary education for students seeking careers as professional automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle and marine technicians, has formalized an agreement with General Motors to develop a 12-week elective training program for UTI students. The program will first be available at UTI’s Avondale, Ariz. campus.
“The availability of qualified, trained automotive technicians is and will continue to be a critical area of importance for GM,” said Mike Durkin, director of dealer service and warranty operations at GM. “When looking at UTI’s industry leading curriculum, facilities and student and employer support services, we knew we had a solid partner to build something great with, supporting a growing need for technicians at our dealerships across the country.”
