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GM Canada Announces Windsor Facility to Cease Operation in 2010
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.
GM Canada April 2008 Sales Results
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.
General Motors of Canada Commends Government Announcement on “Windsor-Essex Parkway”
Oshawa, Ontario (May 1, 2008) — The Ontario Ministry of Transportation and Transport Canada are making progress towards reducing border congestion and keeping trade moving between Canada and the United States with today’s announcement of the Windsor-Essex Parkway as the access road from Highway 401 to a new Detroit River crossing.
Pontiac Announces Pricing for All-New Flagship Sport Sedan: G8
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 G8 arrives in Pontiac dealerships in June. The V-6-equipped G8 performance sedan has a starting MSRP of $31,995 and the V-8-powered G8 GT model starts at $36,995. "Delivering driving character and performance typical of more expensive cars, the new Pontiac G8 will definitely punch above its weight," said Marc Comeau, vice president of sales, service and marketing for GM of Canada. "With its bold styling, dynamic design and sport-biased set-up, the G8 will be sure to put a smile on the face of driving enthusiasts."
GM Canada Expands 2008 Buick Lineup with Super Editions of the Popular Lucerne and Allure Sedans
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 Lucerne Super and Allure Super reflect Buick’s commitment to bringing a greater variety of premium products to its customers. “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.”