OAKLAND COUNTY, Mich. – General Motors (GM) announced on Tuesday what vehicles its Orion Assembly plans to produce.
Beginning in early 2027, GM will begin production of the Cadillac Escalade, as well as Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra light-duty pickups at Orion Assembly.
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“GM is proud to call Michigan home, and these moves will further strengthen our manufacturing footprint,” said a GM spokesperson.
GM also said that thanks to customer demand, Fort Wayne will continue to produce the Silverado and Sierra.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer released a statement on July 15 in response to GM’s announcement:
“Michigan’s economic progress is undeniable, and we are proud to be a top 10 state to do business in the country.
“GM and Michigan have a long, rich history. Today’s product announcement in Lake Orion will bring production of some of GM’s most popular and profitable vehicles, a sign of the long-term viability of this investment in Michigan. This is just the latest example of the progress we are making to create good-paying union auto jobs and grow the economy.
“We don’t care what you drive—gas, diesel, hybrid, or electric—as long as it’s made in Michigan.
“Together, let’s keep bringing manufacturing home, growing the middle class, and making more stuff in Michigan.”
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer
In June, the automaker announced plans to invest $4 billion in domestic manufacturing over the next two years.
