First GM Electric Truck to Start Production in 2021, President Reuss Says

The transcript discusses the $2.2 billion investment in a facility for electric and autonomous vehicle production, including the introduction of the Cruise Origin. It highlights the creation of jobs and technological advancements in Michigan and Ohio. The impact of the coronavirus on General Motors' operations in China is also addressed, emphasizing employee safety and market conditions.

What is the primary purpose of the $2.2 billion investment in the facility?

• To reduce the number of employees

• To relocate the facility to a new location

• To increase the production of gasoline vehicles

• To upgrade the facility for electric and autonomous vehicles

When is the first battery electric truck expected to be produced?

• Late next year

• Early next year

• In two years

• In five years

What types of vehicles will be produced at the new electric vehicle facility?

• Only autonomous vehicles

• Only electric trucks

• Multiple brands and styles, including trucks and crossovers

• Only electric cars

What is the Cruise Origin primarily designed for?

• Personal use

• Retail sales

• Export to other countries

• Rideshare fleets

How is General Motors addressing the challenges posed by the coronavirus in China?

• By reducing the workforce in China

• By monitoring the situation and ensuring employee safety

• By closing all operations in China

• By increasing production in other countries

What is the current market condition for General Motors in China?

• The market is stable

• The market is rapidly growing

• The market is soft but has pockets of growth

• The market is declining rapidly

What strategy does General Motors use to manage supply and demand in China?

• Outsourcing production to other countries

• An agile manufacturing system

• A fixed production schedule

• Reducing production capacity