GM to increase truck production in US
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General Motors is planning to boost production of light-duty trucks in the U.S. as the industry addresses challenges tied to President Donald Trump's latest round of auto tariffs.
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Fallout continues after President Donald Trump's unveiling of severe tariffs against virtually all U.S. trading partners.
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General Motors is moving to increase production of light-duty trucks out of its Fort Wayne, Indiana, assembly plant, according to a webcast sent to plant employees and obtained by Reuters.
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Not long after President Trump announced massive 25% tariffs on automotive imports in the United States, General Motors has responded by revealing it will increase production of light-duty trucks at its assembly plant in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Both Detroit automakers reported upbeat Q1 sales as customers rushed to grab deals before the Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles hit.
General Motors reported an about 17% rise in first-quarter U.S. sales on Tuesday, helped by demand for its pickup trucks and affordable crossover SUVs.
GM reported a 16.7% jump in U.S. sales compared to the first quarter of 2024, led my incremental gains in sales of new EVs and notable gains in full-size SUVs.
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Several automakers reported strong first-quarter sales, suggesting buyers are snapping up new vehicles before tariffs on auto imports take effect.
Delivering 693,363 vehicles in the first three months of the year, the Detroit automaker outpaced its competitors in total U.S. sales.
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WANE Ft. Wayne on MSNFort Wayne GM plant announces increase in production, plans to hire temporary employeesGeneral Motors said the Fort Wayne plant will increase production, with hopes to hire around 225 temporary employees in an announcement Thursday.
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