GM Canada

Oshawa, Ontario, July 2, 2008 – For June 2008, General Motors of Canada dealers delivered 32,355 units, down 23.8% from a year ago.

“GM Canada's June sales reflected the significant ongoing market impact of rising gas prices and the resulting further consumer shift toward cars and smaller crossovers,” said Marc Comeau, GM of Canada’s vice-president of sales, service, and marketing. “GM is shifting production and adjusting on the ground inventories to address demand for our hot selling fuel efficient cars like the Pontiac Wave and G5, the Saturn Astra and Aura, the Chevrolet Aveo, Malibu and our own Oshawa built Chevrolet Impala, which all performed exceptionally well in June.”

June 9, 2008 (Oshawa, ON) - General Motors of Canada today confirmed that, following ongoing discussions with the CAW over the past several days, it will take action today to seek collaborative or such necessary legal means required to end the ongoing blockade of its Canadian Headquarters allowing the company to reasonably continue conducting its business in Canada. GM Canada lost some vehicle production this past Saturday as a result of other CAW actions in Oshawa.

Oshawa, ON, Monday, May 12, 2008 - Following discussions during ongoing contract bargaining with the CAW, General Motors of Canada today announced the Windsor Transmission plant will cease operation in the second quarter of 2010. This is when current 4-speed front wheel drive transmission production mandates are completed.

Despite efforts and discussions with GM's labour and government partners, the company has determined that its North American market outlook and product plans, including the shift from 4-speed to more fuel efficient 6-speed transmissions do not offer replacement products for the Windsor plant in the 2010 timeframe. Accordingly the plant will close in the second quarter of 2010.

Oshawa, Ontario, May 1, 2008 – For April 2008, General Motors of Canada dealers delivered 38,984 units, down 13.5% from a year ago and reflects a decrease in overall fleet volume. Fleet car sales were down as a result of a planned reduction in daily rental units and truck fleet volume was impacted by the American Axle labour dispute in the U.S.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu

“On the retail side of the business cars are up a full 23.8% driven by strong demand for our recently launched products like the Chevrolet Malibu, Saturn Astra and Pontiac Vibe,” said Marc Comeau, GM of Canada’s vice-president of sales, service, and marketing.

Oshawa, Ontario, April 29, 2008 – A rear-wheel-drive Pontiac performance sedan will once again be seen on the streets of Canada. The all-new 2009 Pontiac G8 arrives in Pontiac dealerships in June. The V-6-equipped Pontiac G8 performance sedan has a starting MSRP of $31,995 and the V-8-powered Pontiac G8 GT model starts at $36,995.

2009 Pontiac G8 GXP

Oshawa, Ontario, April 28, 2008 – GM Canada announced today that Buick will increase its 2008 lineup with two new models available at dealerships now. The Buick Lucerne Super and Buick Allure Super reflect Buick’s commitment to bringing a greater variety of premium products to its customers.

2008 Buick Lucerne Super

“Lucerne and Allure Super models epitomize Buick’s new level of refinement that is drawing new customers to Buick,” said Marc Comeau, vice president of sales, service and marketing for GM of Canada. “Additionally, the Buick Allure is built right here in Oshawa at our quality award winning car assembly plant.”

Lucerne Super

Toronto Green Living Show, Friday, April 25, 2008 — Today, the Ontario Ministry of the Environment recognized General Motors of Canada as the first automaker and the largest company yet to be honoured by Ontario’s Environmental Leaders (OEL) Program. All of General Motors Canada's operations were included in the receipt of this new recognition.

The Ontario Environmental Leaders program recognizes and rewards leading companies and organizations that commit to reducing their environmental impact beyond what is required by regulation. The program has rigorous entry criteria, requiring a robust environmental management system and solid compliance record. Each application is scrutinized by an external stakeholder panel representing industry, environmental groups and academia.

Oshawa, Ontario, April 10, 2008 – General Motors of Canada yesterday announced pricing on the new, limited edition 2008 Saab Turbo X 9-3 variant. The all-black Turbo X takes Saab “back to the future,” evoking the iconic appeal of the first black 99 and 900 Turbos while introducing Saab’s cutting-edge “cross wheel drive” (XWD) technology, with pricing starting at $54,995 for the Sport Sedan version and $56,305 for the SportCombi. Saab’s advanced new XWD system is also available as an option on 2008 9-3 Aero models, in both body styles, for $2,340.

2008 Saab Turbo X

2008 Saab Turbo X

Vancouver, B.C., Wednesday, March 12, 2008 – The zero emissions Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Cell made a fitting Vancouver debut today at Globe 2008’s Auto Future Tech Summit. GMs Canadian engineering centre is currently building these Equinox fuel cells as part of the world’s largest fuel cell vehicle fleet.

“Fuel cells and the electrification of the vehicle have the potential to literally change the way the world drives,” said Beth Lowery, GM vice president, environment, energy and safety policy. “The Equinox fuel cell uses no petroleum, has zero emissions and the only thing coming out of the tailpipe is water.”

Oshawa, Ontario, March 3, 2008 – An iconic brand in Canada’s automotive market for half a century, Chevrolet’s Impala celebrates its golden anniversary in 2008. Chevy is recognizing the milestone with a commemorative 50th Anniversary Edition debuting in March 2008.

Like the original 1958 edition, the 2008 Impala 50th Anniversary Edition is distinguished with unique trim and amenities, giving customers a special vehicle infused with the fun-to-drive spirit that has characterized Impala for half a century.

Oshawa, Ontario, March 3, 2008 – For February 2008, General Motors of Canada dealers delivered 26,501 units representing an increase of 14% over the same month last year.

“February’s growth was driven by a 33.1% increase in car sales and the strength of our recently launched products,” said Marc Comeau, GM of Canada’s vice-president of sales, service, and marketing. “The award winning Chevrolet Malibu, Cadillac CTS and Saturn Astra are gaining momentum and our family of crossover utility vehicles continue to see monthly increases. The all-new Pontiac Vibe is arriving in dealerships this month.”

Oshawa, ON, Tuesday, February 26, 2008 – General Motors of Canada welcomes the federal budget measures announced today to help increase the availability of green E85 ethanol bio-fuel at fuel stations across Canada. General Motors Canada currently offers 12 different E85 Ethanol flexible fuel model choices (vehicles that can seamlessly run on fuel containing up to 85% ethanol or regular gasoline). According to Natural Resources Canada’s GHGenius study, net CO2 emissions from vehicles using E85 Ethanol Bio-fuels are 47-55% lower than using regular gasoline.

Toronto, Ontario, Wednesday, February 13, 2008 – GM Canada was today honoured by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), which named the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado as its 2008 Truck of the Year.

The recognition results from recent back-to-back driving evaluations of 59 new vehicles at the annual AJAC Test Fest evaluation - the foundation of the Canadian Car of the Year Awards (CCOTY) program. Over 70 of Canada’s top automotive journalists judged this year’s competition, which aims to provide consumers with sound, comparative information on new vehicles.

Toronto, Ontario, Monday, February 11, 2008 — Stringent new fuel economy standards and the urgent need to address climate change have marked the coming decade as one of revolutionary change for the vehicles we drive and the fuels and technologies that will drive our cars of tomorrow. That is the inspiration behind the new "Green by Design" Podcast series from General Motors of Canada which explores a wide range of game changing green vehicle technologies and asks what it will all mean for Canadian drivers.

Lucky guest has chance to drive away in a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid

01/30/2008 -- The 4th annual General Motors of Canada reverse draw, in support of the jays care foundation, will be held at the Fermenting Cellar in the distillary district on Thursday, January 31, 2008 from 6:00 - 9:30 p.m.

This event has been thrown a curve ball as organizers trade in the formal black tie dinner for a hip lounge-style cocktail party and Vegas themed games night. The event promises guests an evening of exquisite foods, specialty drinks, casino gaming, raffle excitement, amazing prizes, and performances by Circus-Orange Aerial Silks Troupe, magicians and even showgirls.

Montréal Auto Show, Thursday, January 17, 2008 — Today, the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) recognized GM Canada’s commitment to the environment for the third consecutive year with two 2008 Pyramid Awards for environmental initiatives.

TROY, Mich., Jan. 15, 2008 – PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) has announced the launch of a new, environmentally-responsible automotive pretreatment technology at CAMI Automotive’s production facility in Ingersoll, Ont., Canada. CAMI, an independently incorporated joint venture of Suzuki Motor Corporation and General Motors of Canada Ltd., began processing vehicles with Zircobond pretreatment in early January and moved to full-scale production Jan. 14.

Metal pretreatment cleans and provides corrosion protection to automotive body surfaces. However, traditional zinc-phosphate pretreatment processes generate sludge containing heavy metals such as nickel, zinc and manganese, making them subject to environmental regulations.

Toronto, Ontario (Tuesday, December 4, 2007) – GM Canada was today honoured by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada (AJAC), which named 4 GM entries as the best new vehicle in their respective categories.

The recognition results from recent back-to-back driving evaluations of over 60 new vehicles at the recent AJAC Test Fest evaluation - the foundation of the Canadian Car of the Year Awards (CCOTY) program.

2008 Saturn Astra XR

Saturn Astra: Best New Small Car
Saturn Vue: Best New CUV $35,000-$60,000
Buick Enclave: Best New CUV over $60,000
Chevrolet Silverado: Best New Pickup Truck