- General Motors (NYSE:GM) hopes to fill a void in the U.S. diesel market created by the Volkswagen emissions scandal. Volkswagen's sales in the U.S. have plummeted since the company admitted using an emissions test defeat device.
- The Detroit automaker plans to offer a diesel option of the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and next year's Chevrolet Cruze. Execs feel there is still some underlying demand with consumers who prefer the advantages of diesel.
- GM has its bases covered with the development of the all-electric Bolt off to a strong start. The Bolt could be mass produced down the road if high gas prices stoke EV demand.