Bruce Nunnally Posted September 6, 2008 Report Share Posted September 6, 2008 GM has opened a new website to address common misconceptions called gmfactsandfiction.com Example: Myth: GM is looking for a government bailout Fact: We are not asking for a bailout, or a handout. The program under discussion – part of major energy legislation signed in December 2007 — is intended to lower borrowing costs for carmakers and suppliers who are investing in energy-saving technologies. This would be done through direct loans, which must be repaid in full, with interest. GM is already investing billions in energy saving technologies, which help drivers use less fuel and reduce our dependence on petroleum. We making our mainstream vehicles more efficient, expanding availability of hybrid and flex-fuel vehicles, and preparing to build the Chevy Volt. GM and other U.S. based companies are literally reinventing the automobile. This federal direct-loan program is a powerful and appropriate incentive to help spur this transformation, which is vital to our industry, and to the country as a whole. DETROIT - GM announced today the launch of a new Web site designed to make a distinction between the facts and rumors surrounding the company. The site, GMFactsandFiction.com, utilizes a conversational and direct style to help clarify many misconceptions people may have about GM. Facts and Fiction is intended to be a resource for anyone looking for more information on recent news and announcements about the company. GMFactsandFiction.com is organized by sections containing a myth and GM's response to each one. Visitors can also e-mail information they hear about GM and request that the issue be addressed on the site. The site can be accessed via www.gmfactsandfiction.com, or on the GM FastLane Blog (http://fastlane.gmblogs.com) Bruce 2023 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing Follow me on: Twitter Instagram Youtube Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan Olsson Posted September 7, 2008 Report Share Posted September 7, 2008 GM has opened a new website to address common misconceptions called gmfactsandfiction.com Example: Myth: GM is looking for a government bailout Fact: We are not asking for a bailout, or a handout. The program under discussion – part of major energy legislation signed in December 2007 — is intended to lower borrowing costs for carmakers and suppliers who are investing in energy-saving technologies. This would be done through direct loans, which must be repaid in full, with interest. GM is already investing billions in energy saving technologies, which help drivers use less fuel and reduce our dependence on petroleum. We making our mainstream vehicles more efficient, expanding availability of hybrid and flex-fuel vehicles, and preparing to build the Chevy Volt. GM and other U.S. based companies are literally reinventing the automobile. This federal direct-loan program is a powerful and appropriate incentive to help spur this transformation, which is vital to our industry, and to the country as a whole. DETROIT - GM announced today the launch of a new Web site designed to make a distinction between the facts and rumors surrounding the company. The site, GMFactsandFiction.com, utilizes a conversational and direct style to help clarify many misconceptions people may have about GM. Facts and Fiction is intended to be a resource for anyone looking for more information on recent news and announcements about the company. GMFactsandFiction.com is organized by sections containing a myth and GM's response to each one. Visitors can also e-mail information they hear about GM and request that the issue be addressed on the site. The site can be accessed via www.gmfactsandfiction.com, or on the GM FastLane Blog (http://fastlane.gmblogs.com) Good thing that they recognize the criticism that goes around and are responding to it! That site would be linked to all automakers in the world Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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