CollisionWeek

Your source for the latest collision repair industry news, statistics and trend analysis.

  • News
  • Research
  • Feature
  • Subscribe
You are here: Home / Archives for General Motors

BASF Receives 13th General Motors Supplier of the Year Award

May 9, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

BASF was named a 2017 General Motors (GM) Supplier of the Year for the thirteenth time since 2002. The award is presented to suppliers who distinguish themselves by meeting performance metrics for quality, execution, innovation, and total enterprise cost.   “This is an opportunity for General Motors to honor those suppliers who are truly the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: BASF, General Motors, Supplier of the Year Award

GM Using AI-Based Design Technology and 3D Printing for Next Generation of Vehicle Lightweighting

May 3, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

GM Alliance with Autodesk includes advanced AI-based generative design technology and 3D printing advancements to help lighten and transform future vehicles General Motors announced it is using new, advanced software design technology to introduce the next generation of vehicle lightweighting. According to the vehicle manufacturer, the technology is key to developing efficient and lighter alternative […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: 3D Printing, Agreements Signed, Artificial Intelligence, General Motors, lightweighting, OEM Parts

Hyundai Joins the Verisk Usage-Based Insurance Data Exchange

April 17, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Joins General Motors and Honda, increasing reach of the exchange to 32 percent of U.S. auto market. Verisk (Nasdaq:VRSK), the data analytics provider, announced that Hyundai Motor America has signed an exclusive agreement to join the Verisk Data Exchange. As a participating automaker, Hyundai will supply Verisk with driving data from its consenting connected car […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: American Honda, General Motors, Hyundai, Verisk

GM Reported to Use Carbon Fiber in Next Generation Full Size Pickups

December 6, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Composite material is stronger and lighter than steel or aluminum. According to a report in the Wall Street Journal, General Motors (NYSE:GM) is planning to incorporate carbon fiber into its next generation full size pickup trucks. The move comes as vehicle manufacturers have sought to reduce the mass of its full size pickup trucks to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Carbon Fiber, General Motors

GM Targeting 2019 for Introduction of Self-Driving Taxi Fleet

December 4, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Cruise Automation Bolt

Vehicle manufacturer projects safety technology progress will enable mass launch of self-driving vehicle ride service in major metro markets within two years. In a presentation for investors last week, General Motors executives outlined their electric and autonomous vehicle ambitions. According to Dan Amman, president of GM, autonomous vehicles represent the biggest business opportunity since the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Autonomous Vehicles, General Motors

GM Announces Collision Repair Certification Program Launch in 2018

July 25, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

General Motors logo

Will look to incorporate technologies like OnStar to communicate with customers and streamline repair process. General Motors’ Customer Care and Aftersales division announced it will launch a comprehensive collision certification program in 2018. Previously, GM has had vehicle-specific certification programs such as for various models of the Chevrolet Corvette. In 2015, GM announced an aluminum […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: General Motors, OEM Certification

GM’s Maven Car Sharing Adds Monthly Option for Members that Includes Insurance

March 7, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Transportation option is available in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Initial vehicles include the Chevrolet Tahoe and extended-range electric Chevrolet Volt. Maven, General Motors’ car sharing brand, has expanded its offerings to include a new monthly service, Maven Reserve. Maven members pay a monthly fee to reserve a new GM vehicle loaded with technology for […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Auto Insurance, Car-Sharing, General Motors, Maven

Axalta and General Motors UK Renew Three-Year Agreement

March 1, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE:AXTA) in the UK and General Motors UK have renewed their three-year agreement that names Axalta’s three premium global refinish brands – Cromax, Spies Hecker and Standox – officially approved suppliers for paint repairs on Vauxhall in the UK. “General Motors and Axalta have a long-standing relationship both in the UK and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Approvals, Axalta Coating Systems, General Motors, United Kingdom

GM’s Maven Car Sharing Service Launches in Atlanta

February 14, 2017 By CollisionWeek Editor

Fuel and insurance are included Maven, General Motors’ personal mobility brand, is expanding its offerings in Atlanta from the Lyft Express Drive program to now include Maven City car sharing. In 11 months, Maven has launched three products and has grown to 17 cities in the U.S. and Canada: Ann Arbor, Michigan; Atlanta; Baltimore; Boston; […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Car-Sharing, General Motors

GM’S Maven Launches Car Sharing in Los Angeles; Exceeds 20 Million Miles Driven

November 2, 2016 By CollisionWeek Editor

Maven

Maven, General Motors’ personal mobility brand, continued its expansion into western markets with the announcement of Maven City car sharing in Los Angeles. In nine months, Maven has grown to nine markets: Ann Arbor, Michigan, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, New York City, San Francisco, and Washington, D.C. Maven members have now driven more […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Car-Sharing, General Motors

  • « Previous Page
  • 1
  • …
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • Next Page »

Interview Sponsors

IBIS Publisher Partner

Login

Remember Me
Subscribe | Lost your Password?

Tags

AAA AASP/NJ Acquisitions Advanced Driver Assistance Systems Agreements Signed Annual Conference Auto Care Association Automotive Service Association Autonomous Vehicles Awards Axalta Coating Systems Board of Directors Boyd Group California Canada Career and Technical Education CARSTAR CCC Classic Collision Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association Collision Repair Education Foundation Coronavirus Crash Champions Diagnostics Earnings Electric Vehicles Florida I-CAR Lawsuits legislation LKQ Corporation National Auto Body Council Network Affiliations New Jersey New Vehicle Sales Non-OEM Parts Openings People PPG Industries Regulations Right to Repair Scholarships Texas United Kingdom Workforce Development

Recent Articles

  • LKQ Board Initiates Strategic Review January 27, 2026
  • PPG Named Sole Coatings Supplier for Quality Collision Group’s 95+ Locations January 27, 2026
  • Kin Insurance Launches Auto Coverage in Florida, Texas January 27, 2026
  • KPA Splits Off High-Risk Industry Business, Maintains Automotive Focus January 27, 2026
  • Pennsylvania Regulators Block $91 Million in Auto Insurance Rate Increases January 27, 2026
  • AASP/NJ Urges Attendees to Book Hotels Now for March 20-22 NORTHEAST Trade Show January 27, 2026
  • Consumer Sentiment Inches Up in January January 23, 2026

CollisionWeek Membership

  • Login
  • Lost Password
  • Membership Details
  • Register
  • Sponsors
  • Subscription Information
  • Terms of Use for CollisionWeek

More Information

About CollisionWeek
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Event Calendar
Take the Collision Repair Business Conditions Survey

Copyright 1999-2025 - QuanDec Corporation - All Rights Reserved · Log in