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Following a Hopeful Stretch UAW Now Says Strike Deal Moving Backwards

The United Auto Workers (UAW) strike against General Motors has entered its fourth week. After initial reports a week ago, and also last Friday, union negotiators now say that the bargaining has “Taken a turn for the worse.” The union claims GM backtracked on some provisions that were important to the union. “The leadership is… Continue reading Following a Hopeful Stretch UAW Now Says Strike Deal Moving Backwards

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Did You Get A Great Deal On a Truck? Was It White? Here’s Why We ask.

The likelihood of finding a great deal on a new truck depends on the color you opt for. The researchers at iSeeCars.com analyzed over 4 million new vehicle transactions to determine which color vehicle is most likely to be offered as a deal. They define a deal as 10% better than the average asking price… Continue reading Did You Get A Great Deal On a Truck? Was It White? Here’s Why We ask.

2020

GM’s New Hardtop Convertible Corvette Is Stunning

If there was any doubt that General Motors’ new Chevrolet Corvette Stingray was the hottest supercar in the world, today’s reveal of the car fitted with a retractable hardtop ended that debate. “We put the world on notice when we introduced the first mid-engine Chevrolet Corvette a few months ago, and now we’re raising the… Continue reading GM’s New Hardtop Convertible Corvette Is Stunning

UAW Strike Results In Closure Of Mexican GM Truck Plants

A components shortage due to the United Auto Workers’ strike against General Motors in the United States has resulted in a GM plant in Mexico being closed. GM reports its has shut down its pickup truck and transmission factories in Silao, Mexico. The Associated Press quotes GM Spokesperson Dan Flores as saying that production at… Continue reading UAW Strike Results In Closure Of Mexican GM Truck Plants

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GM Dealers Have Solid Inventory As Strike Appears To Be Ending

The general vibe today is that the nationwide United Auto Workers strike against GM over a contract renewal is about to wrap up. GM opted to pay UAW members’ health care benefits after all. While knowing very little about how the negotiations are actually going, that certainly seems like a gesture that GM can point… Continue reading GM Dealers Have Solid Inventory As Strike Appears To Be Ending

2020

Chevy Brings Back Midnight and Rally Silverado Editions For 2020 – Which Do You Prefer?

GM is using the Texas State Fair to show off its two most popular tims, which it is bringing back to the new generation Silverado for 2020. Chevy says the new 2020 Silverado Midnight and Rally Editions will be available for order in October and will arrive at dealerships later this year. “Customer choice is… Continue reading Chevy Brings Back Midnight and Rally Silverado Editions For 2020 – Which Do You Prefer?

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Have You Ever Wondered Which States Have the Most 4X4-Equipped Vehicles? Here’s the Answer

Would you ever buy a rear-wheel drive truck? Or a front-wheel drive truck? Surprisingly, many folks do. Not by percent, but every major automaker in America offers a 2WD truck. At landscape and construction companies your author has worked at, 2WD trucks were very popular with both the workers as personal vehicles and as work… Continue reading Have You Ever Wondered Which States Have the Most 4X4-Equipped Vehicles? Here’s the Answer

Should GM Pay Health Benefits To Striking Workers?

General Motors has discontinued its contribution to UAW workers’ health care costs and directed striking hourly United Auto Workers to the COBRA law for ongoing health insurance yesterday as the strike moves into the middle of its first week.

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Where Do You Stand? GM vs. UAW In Most Recent Contract Talks

As the UAW and General Motors negotiate hard to find a contract solution both parties can live with, we’d like to ask the GM-Trucks.com readership if they have a firm position now. Who do you support?