GM Might Be Preparing For A Big Tech Transition - CleanTechnica

The article discusses the rapidly evolving automotive industry, emphasizing the shift toward electrification and advanced autonomous driving technologies over the next 5 to 10 years. Legacy automakers face significant pressure to adapt beyond incremental improvements, moving toward hands-off, eyes-off driving capabilities and broader geographic deployment of such technologies. General Motors (GM) has shown mixed progress in this transition, with early leadership in electric vehicles (EVs) like the Chevy Volt and Bolt, and a strong push in Cadillac’s electrification. However, GM’s autonomous vehicle efforts, notably with Cruise robotaxis, faced setbacks after a shutdown following an incident, while competitors like Waymo and Tesla continue advancing. A key development highlighted is the potential leadership change at GM, with murmurs that Sterling Anderson, a former Tesla Autopilot lead and Aurora Innovation cofounder, might become GM’s next CEO. Anderson joined GM in 2023 as global product chief, overseeing both gas-powered and electric vehicles, signaling a possible strategic shift. His move