• The GM Commitment is our promise to deliver world class vehicles and outstanding value to Canadians.
  • We design vehicles with your transportation needs in mind.
  • Whether you're busy driving kids back and forth to hockey games on weekends or juggling the demands of a busy work schedule during the week; whether you worry about the cost of gas or how stylish your car looks, GM offers solutions for the world you drive in.

DID YOU KNOW?

  • GM is the sales leader (#1 rank) in Canada, in North America, and Worldwide.
  • GM sold 456,557 vehicles in Canada last year an increase of 2.6%.
  • Close to one out of every three vehicles sold in Canada are GM Brands.
  • Chevrolet is Canada's #1 Selling Brand.

  • Last year, GM Canada outsold its nearest competitor by over 209,000 units.
  • GM outsold Toyota, Honda & Mazda combined in Canada during 2005.
  • GM increased its retail market share last year and had higher retail share than Ford & Chrysler combined.
  • GM launched 16 new vehicles in 2005, with another 20 expected in 2006, and even more in 2007.
  • GM employs more Canadians than any other automaker.
  • GM manufactures more vehicles in Canada than any other automaker.
  • GM purchases more Canadian made parts and services annually than any of our competitors.
  • In 2005, GM Canada announced its $2.5 Billion Beacon Project - the largest automotive investment in Canadian history.

  • GM provides Canadians with outstanding value - great products at unbelievable prices.
  • In fact, GM Canada lowered sticker prices on a wide range of models with the introduction of our 2006 MY pricing strategy last Summer. Here are some clear examples of the substantial price adjustments we've made on a number of key carlines:

  • With these moves, GM now offers a wider choice of vehicles with an MSRP starting under $20,000.

Chevrolet HHR - Starting From $18,995 MSRP

  • GM also produces award-winning concept designs.

Camaro Concept - "Best in Show", AutoWeek.com
2006 North American International Auto Show

  • GM will continue its relentless wave of new product introductions into the future with more than 15 new world class vehicles per year.

  • GM is building the highest quality vehicles in our 97 year history. Here's proof…
  • GM swept the "Top 3" plant awards above all other competitors in the J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study for North / South America (the Top 2 located in Oshawa, ON):

    1. Buick Allure (shown above), Pontiac Grand Prix - Built at the Oshawa #2 plant
    2. Chevrolet Impala & Monte Carlo - Built at the Oshawa #1 plant
    3. Cadillac Deville, Buick LeSabre, Pontiac Bonneville - Built at the Detroit-Hamtramck plant
  • GM also earned a number of "highest ranked" vehicle awards in the same J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study including:

  • Chevrolet Malibu/Malibu Maxx - Highest Ranked Entry Midsize Car in Initial Quality in the U.S.
  • GMC Sierra HD - Highest Ranked Heavy Duty Full-Size Truck in Initial Quality in the U.S.
  • High quality plants producing high quality vehicles mean long term dependability for you.
    GM received more Gold Awards from J.D. Power and Associates for Vehicle Dependability in 2005 than ever before.

  • GM produces some of the world's greatest performance machines:

  • Chevrolet Corvette Z06
    Winner "AJAC Most Coveted Vehicle Award"
    505 hp 7.0L V8 engine sprints from 0-96 km/h (60 mph) in just 3.7 seconds
  • Cadillac STS-V
    469 hp 4.4L V8 engine delivers breathtaking acceleration from 0-96 km/h (60 mph) in less than 5 seconds
  • GM also offers the fastest reacting suspension system in the world - Magnetic Ride Control.
  • With over 50 models to choose from, GM adds performance and excitement to your everyday drive no matter what your style.

  • GM goes to great lengths to keep drivers and passengers safe. Our unique "before, during and after" approach to safety provides drivers with greater peace of mind than ever.
  • Before Impact - Available StabiliTrak stability control systems and ABS help drivers avoid collisions
  • During Impact - Our industry-leading airbag technology adds safety when a crash happens
  • After Impact - Available OnStar technology provides assistance (and reassurance) just when you need it most

  • To date, 28 GM 2006 model year vehicles have earned U.S. Government five-star ratings for either front, side or rollover ** including:
  • Chevrolet Equinox Highest U.S. Government Safety Rating in the Small Utility Segment - Frontal and Side Crash Testing

 

  • Chevrolet Uplander - Highest U.S. Government Frontal Crash Safety Rating

** U.S. government ratings are part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA's) New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). For more information go to www.safercar.gov.

We know how important fuel efficiency is today. GM offers more vehicles than any other company in Canada that get better than 7.0L/100km (40 mpg) in highway driving including:

  • Pontiac Vibe - Most Fuel Efficient Vehicle in its Class 4 Years in a Row (Energuide - 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003)



  • General Motors is an industry leader in ethanol compatible vehicles and is developing emission-free hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
  • GM produces hybrid versions of our Chevrolet Silverado & GMC Sierra pickup trucks today.
  • GM will soon be introducing hybrid versions of our successful Saturn VUE, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon models.

  • GM keeps you ahead of the curve by adding product features that really make a difference to your driving experience.
  • Features like OnStar - the first comprehensive in-vehicle communications and assistance service.
  • Innovations like XM Satellite Radio. GM features more than 50 cars, trucks and SUVs for the 2006 model year with XM Satellite Radio factory-installed - no other company even comes close.