GM Invests $888 Million to Make Engines at New York Plant
- General Motors revealed plans to invest $888 million to modernize its propulsion facility located in the Buffalo suburb of Tonawanda, with upgrades scheduled from July 2025 through 2027.
- This investment follows prior commitments, including a $300 million plan for electric vehicle drive units, reflecting shifts in GM's production focus and market demand.
- The funds will finance new machinery, equipment, and facility renovations to support production of GM's sixth-generation next-generation V8 engines for full-size trucks and SUVs.
- Governor Kathy Hochul emphasized that the project will help preserve 870 local jobs and praised the collaboration between public and private sectors as a positive development for the plant’s workforce.
- This investment reflects GM's dedication to boosting manufacturing capabilities in the United States and advancing engine technology, with production of enhanced V8 engines expected to start in 2027.
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GM Announces $888 Million Investment for New York Engine Facility
General Motors (GM) is planning to invest $888 million in its Tonawanda Propulsion plant in Buffalo, New York, as part of boosting engine production in the country, the company said on May 27. The investment would support the production of the sixth-generation V-8 gasoline engines used in SUVs and full-size trucks. “This new generation of engines is expected to deliver stronger performance than today’s engines while benefiting fuel economy and r…
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