Verified Nov 2026
Batteries & E-Mobility
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Detroit, Michigan
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Since 1908
General Motors designs and manufactures vehicles, automotive components, and batteries across its Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac brands from its Detroit, Michigan headquarters. Founded in 1908, GM operates with over 100,000 employees and annual revenue exceeding $10 billion. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors, with recent investments totaling $4 billion across U.S. manufacturing plants to expand casting and assembly capabilities.
General Motors at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
100,000+
Founded
1908
Headquarters
Detroit, Michigan
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
66911
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
66911
Named foreign suppliers
50
Top origins
South Korea · Germany · China · Singapore
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from General Motors.
What this tells a buyer
GM received 66,911 shipments from suppliers across 11 countries, with major sourcing from South Korea, China, India, and Mexico; top suppliers included Ceva Logistics India (74,030 shipments) and Citic Dicastal from China (29,664 shipments).
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 certifications and produces casting, sheet metal, and assembly components.
GM operates as a publicly traded company with a market capitalization of $69.07 billion and sells vehicles in over 140 countries through manufacturing plants in eight countries.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
118 years in operation (founded 1908).
66,911 US import shipments on record.
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
General Motors designs and manufactures vehicles, automotive components, and batteries across its Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac brands from its Detroit, Michigan headquarters. Founded in 1908, GM operates with over 100,000 employees and annual revenue exceeding $10 billion. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors, with recent investments totaling $4 billion across U.S. manufacturing plants to expand casting and assembly capabilities.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1908 |
Headquarters | Detroit, Michigan |
Employees | 100,000+ |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Primary capability | Batteries & E-Mobility |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What General Motors makes
The company holds IATF 16949, ISO 45001, and ISO 9001 certifications and produces casting, sheet metal, and assembly components.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Casting, Sheet Metal, Assembly (source: gm.com).
Certifications
General Motors is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — smpcorp.com
ISO 45001 — cadprodauto.com
ISO 9001 — smpcorp.com
Trade and customs footprint
GM received 66,911 shipments from suppliers across 11 countries, with major sourcing from South Korea, China, India, and Mexico; top suppliers included Ceva Logistics India (74,030 shipments) and Citic Dicastal from China (29,664 shipments). US customs bill-of-lading records list 66911 inbound shipments across 50 foreign suppliers, with top origins including South Korea · Germany · China · Singapore.
Latest developments
2026-04-30 — General Motors announces $830 million investment at Romulus ... (cbsnews.com)
2026-04-01 — GM to invest over $150 million in Saginaw Metal Casting Plant (gm.com)
2025-11-20 — GM builds on U.S. manufacturing investments with $250M commitment in Parma Metal Center (gm.com)
2025-06-11 — GM to invest $4 billion in its U.S. manufacturing plants | General Motors (gm.com)
Facilities
General Motors is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. Public sources also reference these locations:
Buffalo, New York — gm.com
Company details
GM operates as a publicly traded company with a market capitalization of $69.07 billion and sells vehicles in over 140 countries through manufacturing plants in eight countries. General Motors was founded in 1908, has an estimated 100,000+ employees, and is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 118 years in operation (founded 1908). 66,911 US import shipments on record. Holds IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does General Motors make?
General Motors designs and manufactures vehicles, automotive components, and batteries across its Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac brands from its Detroit, Michigan headquarters. Founded in 1908, GM operates with over 100,000 employees and annual revenue exceeding $10 billion. The company serves automotive, electric vehicle, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors, with recent investments totaling $4 billion across U.S. manufacturing plants to expand casting and assembly capabilities.
Where is General Motors headquartered?
General Motors is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan (300 Renaissance Center, Detroit, Michigan, 48243).
When was General Motors founded?
General Motors was founded in 1908.
How big is General Motors?
General Motors has an estimated 100,000+ employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does General Motors hold?
General Motors lists IATF 16949 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does General Motors import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 66911 inbound shipments for General Motors, with top origins including South Korea · Germany · China · Singapore.
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Location & contact
Phone
'+1 313-667-1500
Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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