General Motors anticipates that its lucrative sales of gasoline-powered pickups and SUVs will continue to support its transition to electric vehicles for many years to come.
By allocating over $2 billion towards the production of its next-generation full-size pickups and SUVs, the automotive giant essentially guarantees the continued manufacturing of these vehicles, which rely on internal combustion engines, until at least the 2030s.
Moreover, labor experts believe that this investment spree serves as GM’s initial move in this year’s contract negotiations with labor unions in the United States and Canada. The company aims to alleviate concerns among employees regarding the future availability of jobs at internal combustion factories.
GM’s CEO, Barra, emphasizes the need for a mutually beneficial solution in the negotiation process, stating, “We want to find a solution that’s good for our employees and good for the company. Job security is of utmost importance. To achieve that, the company must thrive and continue developing new products that align with customer preferences.”
The production of large pickups and SUVs at plants in Michigan, Texas, Indiana, and Ontario plays a significant role in GM’s profitability. The automaker did not disclose specific details or timelines for the redesign of models such as the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra (both light- and heavy-duty) and the Chevy Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, and Cadillac Escalade SUVs.
However, Sam Fiorani, Vice President of Global Vehicle Forecasting at AutoForecast Solutions, predicts that production of the next-generation Silverado and Sierra pickups will commence in 2027, followed by the release of the updated SUVs in early 2028. Based on typical lifecycle patterns, these vehicles are likely to remain in production until at least the early 2030s, as it will take time to develop electric alternatives capable of fulfilling owners’ hauling and towing requirements.
Fiorani believes that this substantial investment in internal combustion plants eases concerns among assembly line workers who have been anxious about rumors suggesting that electric vehicles require fewer employees to build. Witnessing billions of dollars being poured into these factories provides reassurance, at least for the duration of the current contract negotiations.
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