US Auto industry

Mary Barra named GM chair in new first for a woman

Barra will succeed Tim Solso, who will continue to serve as the board's lead independent director.

Jan 05, 2016, 16:13 PM IST

US retail sales inch up in August helped by auto sales

US retail sales edged higher in August, helped by gains in auto sales, according to Commerce Department data released Tuesday.

Sep 15, 2015, 19:39 PM IST

GM ignition-switch death toll climbs to 56

The General Motors death toll from faulty ignition switches has climbed to 56 from 51 as the automaker`s independent compensation fund weighs claims after the massive car recall.

Feb 17, 2015, 23:05 PM IST

GM investor seeks board seat, $8 billion stock buyback

Chief Executive Mary Barra`s plan to keep a big cash cushion for General Motors Co is under attack from a group of shareholders led by a member of the auto task force that helped restructure the company during its 2009 bankruptcy.

Feb 11, 2015, 05:01 AM IST