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Forget "Malaise 2.0," GM says it's still all-in on EVs and autonomy

Forget "Malaise 2.0," GM says it's still all-in on EVs and autonomy

Summary

General Motors (GM) is continuing to focus on electric vehicles (EVs), self-driving technology, and improving car quality. At their recent GM Forward event, they announced expanded availability of their Super Cruise hands-free driving system and introduced OnStar AI, a digital assistant designed to make driving easier and more convenient.

Key Facts

  • GM is expanding its Super Cruise technology to nearly all vehicle models, including trucks and crossovers.
  • Super Cruise allows hands-off, eyes-off driving on certain roads, with testing covering 1 million miles each month.
  • OnStar AI is a new smart assistant that learns drivers’ habits and helps with tasks like ordering food or understanding car alerts.
  • The AI assistant works closely with the car and can process information locally, reducing reliance on internet connections.
  • GM’s vehicles can share crowd-sourced data to warn drivers of road conditions like icy patches or traffic problems.
  • OnStar AI can coordinate tasks between multiple GM vehicles in one household, such as deciding who is closer to pick up something.
  • GM aims to keep customers within its technology ecosystem, offering integrated and convenient vehicle features.
  • The company rejects the idea that the U.S. is falling behind in EV adoption, emphasizing ongoing investments in electric and autonomous vehicle tech.
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