GM sinking almost a billion dollars into new gas V8

[uh50]

Actually, like the new Hurricane I6 engine from Chrysler this news from General Motors is good news for the automotive industry and shows there is life other than EVs. I like the fact that the electric motor for the Maverick is in a Hybrid set up. If there wasn't a years waiting period I would have ordered my XL with a Hybrid, but I'm too impatient. back to the topic, a new efficient V8 is welcome news. Even at 76 I dream of building some type of '60s Resto-mod with a new efficient high HP Gas motor, maybe even a hybrid.

Here's the article from driving.ca.

GM sinking almost a billion dollars into new gas V8
Yes, in the midst of announcement after announcement regarding EV model launches comes news of a new small-block Chevy

Published Jan 23, 2023 • Last updated 18 hours ago • 2 minute read

Photo by General Motors

Amid a spate of announcements about electric vehicles and alternative fuels, General Motors has announced it’s plowing nearly US$1 billion into prep work for producing a new generation of small-block V8 engine. After all, even though The General has a stated plan to fully transition to a zero-emissions lineup by 2035, a quick look at the calendar confirms that date is a looong way out. Yours truly, as host of The Truck Guy podcast, is gratified to know there is something else in the hopper for light trucks rather than continued massaging of the existing V8 engines which have been around since Adam was an oakum picker.

In total, US$854 million has been earmarked for work gearing up to produce GM’s sixth-gen Small Block V8, setting the company up to continue supporting its full-size truck and SUV programs. Approximately two-thirds of the cash is reserved for Engine Operations in Flint, Michigan, where the new engines will be assembled. In addition to hammering the engine together, that plant will also perform related block, crank, and head machining.

Right now, Flint Engine produces the 3.0L Duramax diesel engine, a mill which sees duty in half-ton pickups and hulking SUVs like the Tahoe et al. GM was careful to specifically point out the facility will continue cranking out that engine whilst renovations are performed, though the 1.5L four-banger for the Malibu – also assembled there – is not mentioned. Could this foreshadow the sedan’s cancellation? Bookmark this page for the future.

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Also snagging part of the total investment is Bay City Global Propulsion in Michigan, said to be configured to build connecting rods and cams which will support Flint. Fun fact: that facility does similar work today, and has been part of the GM portfolio since, ahem, 1918. Defiance Operations in Ohio will also see prep work for building block castings, while Rochester, New York operations gets a few bucks for building intakes and fuel rails. In short, it seems like a comprehensive plan to support V8 production for the foreseeable future.

There’s no reason to think General Motors is going to plop a V8 in the Cadillac Lyriq or Sierra EV, but this news tells us the company is keeping one eye on gasoline power — as it should. In their current form, electric powertrains aren’t right for everyone – especially in the pickup truck arena – and even post-2035 there will likely be a need for gasoline propulsion in some segments such as heavy-duty pickups. GM’s HD trucks, by the way, are currently assembled next door to Flint Engine, at Flint Assembly.

Specific product details like timing, performance, and features related to these next-gen V8 engines are being kept under wraps for now.

Whether wheeling an off-road rig over rough terrain, hauling trailers with a pickup truck, or tucking into a sportscar, Matthew is never far from something with four wheels and an engine. He's a member of AJAC and lives in rural Nova Scotia. Find him on Facebook and Instagram @DudeDrivesCars

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[Grand Nat.]

Interesting. The I C E for GM is not dead yet.

 

[Maverickman74]

So GM finally has to spend a billion dollars to admit that the LS isnt perfection. I would take a clevor on a boss block any day of the week over just about any LS.

 

[uh50]

So GM finally has to spend a billion dollars to admit that the LS isnt perfection. I would take a clevor on a boss block any day of the week over just about any LS.

Me too...also love the old tech of the Hemi engines.

 

[Dave_in_PA]

That article seems like it was written directly by Exxon.

 

[CuriousGary]

Actually, like the new Hurricane I6 engine from Chrysler this news from General Motors is good news for the automotive industry and shows there is life other than EVs. I like the fact that the electric motor for the Maverick is in a Hybrid set up. If there wasn't a years waiting period I would have ordered my XL with a Hybrid, but I'm too impatient. back to the topic, a new efficient V8 is welcome news. Even at 76 I dream of building some type of '60s Resto-mod with a new efficient high HP Gas motor, maybe even a hybrid.

Here's the article from driving.ca.

GM sinking almost a billion dollars into new gas V8
Yes, in the midst of announcement after announcement regarding EV model launches comes news of a new small-block Chevy

Published Jan 23, 2023 • Last updated 18 hours ago • 2 minute read

Photo by General Motors

Amid a spate of announcements about electric vehicles and alternative fuels, General Motors has announced it’s plowing nearly US$1 billion into prep work for producing a new generation of small-block V8 engine. After all, even though The General has a stated plan to fully transition to a zero-emissions lineup by 2035, a quick look at the calendar confirms that date is a looong way out. Yours truly, as host of The Truck Guy podcast, is gratified to know there is something else in the hopper for light trucks rather than continued massaging of the existing V8 engines which have been around since Adam was an oakum picker.

In total, US$854 million has been earmarked for work gearing up to produce GM’s sixth-gen Small Block V8, setting the company up to continue supporting its full-size truck and SUV programs. Approximately two-thirds of the cash is reserved for Engine Operations in Flint, Michigan, where the new engines will be assembled. In addition to hammering the engine together, that plant will also perform related block, crank, and head machining.

Right now, Flint Engine produces the 3.0L Duramax diesel engine, a mill which sees duty in half-ton pickups and hulking SUVs like the Tahoe et al. GM was careful to specifically point out the facility will continue cranking out that engine whilst renovations are performed, though the 1.5L four-banger for the Malibu – also assembled there – is not mentioned. Could this foreshadow the sedan’s cancellation? Bookmark this page for the future.

Story continues below

Also snagging part of the total investment is Bay City Global Propulsion in Michigan, said to be configured to build connecting rods and cams which will support Flint. Fun fact: that facility does similar work today, and has been part of the GM portfolio since, ahem, 1918. Defiance Operations in Ohio will also see prep work for building block castings, while Rochester, New York operations gets a few bucks for building intakes and fuel rails. In short, it seems like a comprehensive plan to support V8 production for the foreseeable future.

There’s no reason to think General Motors is going to plop a V8 in the Cadillac Lyriq or Sierra EV, but this news tells us the company is keeping one eye on gasoline power — as it should. In their current form, electric powertrains aren’t right for everyone – especially in the pickup truck arena – and even post-2035 there will likely be a need for gasoline propulsion in some segments such as heavy-duty pickups. GM’s HD trucks, by the way, are currently assembled next door to Flint Engine, at Flint Assembly.

Specific product details like timing, performance, and features related to these next-gen V8 engines are being kept under wraps for now.

Whether wheeling an off-road rig over rough terrain, hauling trailers with a pickup truck, or tucking into a sportscar, Matthew is never far from something with four wheels and an engine. He's a member of AJAC and lives in rural Nova Scotia. Find him on Facebook and Instagram @DudeDrivesCars

I question GM’s commitment to EV’s.

 

[Timothyd]

I question GM’s commitment to EV’s.

They're probably realizing this near future won't have that many electric cars because of capacity shortcomings.

 

[Maverickman74]

Really its a classic move by a legacy automaker. One that loves to follow Fords footsteps. Considering Ford stated developing the Godzilla and the 6.8l at pretty much the same time they decided to fund EV ventures for research and then start developing their own EV projects. Its a hedging you bets move, GM just didnt jump in on it till they realized there was potential material sourcing complexities to a all in EV future. Ford understood from the begining.

 

[CuriousGary]

They're probably realizing this near future won't have that many electric cars because of capacity shortcomings.

You may well be right.

 

[john218]

Will be interesting to watch. GM appears to have decided to focus on both ICE and EV.

 

[rlhdweman]

Maybe GM should sink some $$ into something that can give them a fuel efficient pickup truck.

 

[Scott Asheville]

Autoline thinks GM is just screwing the pooch.

 

[Maverickman74]

Maybe GM should sink some $$ into something that can give them a fuel efficient pickup truck.

Yeah bring back the ZZ502!

 

[BlueSnake77]

EV's for everyone are a fantasy. No way no how can they make enough batteries for every current car to be an EV. Just making EV's is damaging to the environment because of all the strip mining for the materials needed to make batteries. Plus when the demand for those materials increase, the price will increase. Then there is the fact that the Chinese are buying up most of the mineral rights at the mines to make the materials. Then there is the question of disposal and replacement of used battery packs. Let's not even mention the fact that without petroleum ..... no plastic. No plastic, not much of anything really. The government knows all this too. They are selling everyone the lie that we can replace all gas vehicles with EV's when they know it's impossible.

 

[Timothyd]

EV's for everyone are a fantasy. No way no how can they make enough batteries for every current car to be an EV. Just making EV's is damaging to the environment because of all the strip mining for the materials needed to make batteries. Plus when the demand for those materials increase, the price will increase. Then there is the fact that the Chinese are buying up most of the mineral rights at the mines to make the materials. Then there is the question of disposal and replacement of used battery packs. Let's not even mention the fact that without petroleum ..... no plastic. No plastic, not much of anything really. The government knows all this too. They are selling everyone the lie that we can replace all gas vehicles with EV's when they know it's impossible.

And. IF we get more than 10% battery cars we won't have enough generating capacity.

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