General Motors Company is an American multinational automotive manufacturing corporation headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. It designs, manufactures, and sells a diverse portfolio of vehicles under its core brands Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac, each operating as distinct divisions. The company also markets vehicles through subsidiaries and joint ventures under Holden, Baojun, and Wuling brands, primarily in international markets including China via SAIC-GM-Wuling. General Motors maintains manufacturing facilities across eight countries and leads the U.S. market in total vehicle sales, holding a 17.5% share in 2025. Beyond automobiles, it provides defense vehicles through a dedicated division, OnStar services for vehicle safety and connectivity, ACDelco auto parts, and financing solutions via GM Financial. Founded in 1908 as a holding company for Buick by William C. Durant, General Motors emerged from a 2009 bankruptcy restructuring and continues to innovate in electric vehicles, autonomous driving technology through its Cruise division, and sustainable transportation. With approximately 162,000 employees, it plays a pivotal role in the global automotive industry, influencing sectors from consumer mobility to military applications and financial services.
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