Latest News About General Motors accelerates electric vehicle era by 2035/2040, safety recalls add pressure

Updated 2026-06-17 22:09

GM stated it will accelerate its shift to electric vehicles, targeting an all-electric light-vehicle lineup by 2035; net-zero emissions across operations by 2040. GM has faced multiple recalls in recent years related to safety defects in SUVs and pickups, drawing regulatory and consumer scrutiny. GM keeps expanding its electric offerings and investing in charging infrastructure as part of its broader mobility strategy to support its electrified vision.

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The recall follows a January investigation​ by U.S. auto safety regulators into reports of engine failure in certain GM vehicles. The Dow Jones closed in the red on Thursday, with Ford stocks falling more than 3% and General Motors stocks falling more than 6% as investors reacted to President Trump's new 25% tariff on auto imports. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more. General Motors is adding over 132,000 heavy-duty pickups in the U.S. to a previous recall for tailgate...

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General Motors on Friday announced it is recalling about one million SUVs because of a potential defect which could cause an air bag inflator to rupture. The automaker is concerned about a possible brake fluid leak that poses a fire danger. GM will repair certain Chevrolet Silverado trucks to prevent brake fluid leaks that could cause fires. Among the celebrities making an appearance in Super Bowl LVII ads are Adam Driver, Will Ferrell and Serena Williams.

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