V8 News & Analysis

General Motors (GM) to Invest Over $150M in Saginaw Operations

On April 1, General Motors (GM) announced an investment exceeding $150 million in its Saginaw Metal Casting Operations. This funding will enhance production capabilities for sixth-generation V-8 engine blocks and cylinder heads, with production expected to begin in 2027. This investment is part of a broader trend, complementing a prior $500 million expansion at the Flint Engine plant, reinforcing GM's commitment to both gasoline-powered vehicles and future electric models. Currently, the Saginaw facility employs over 300 workers and continues to manufacture fifth-generation engine blocks during the transition.