How #generalmotors became the biggest #competitor to #tesla #sustainability #electricvehicles
The automaker once known as the killer of the electric car is now Tesla’s biggest rival. Yes, we’re talking about General Motors. Back in the 1990s, GM abruptly shut down production of its first electric car, the EV1, after making only 1,100 of them, drawing a firestorm of criticism from climate advocates. Climate advocates never forgot. But fast forward to 2025 and surprise, GM is now the number two EV seller in the US, right behind Tesla and gaining fast. So, how’d they do it? Step one, trust. After the EV1 mess, GM eased back into the market with the Chevy Volt. Part battery, part gas tank, full comfort zone. It gave customers a taste of EV life without the range anxiety. Then came the all-electric Chevy Bolt. And now GM’s got 13 EVs across Cadillac, Chevy, and GMC. Even a Silverado pickup that runs on batteries. While Tesla’s been getting headlines for all the wrong reasons. Hello, political drama. And an ESG score in the basement, GM has been quietly stacking wins. They just scored their 10th straight loyalty award from S&P Global. Customers are sticking with GM. And while Elon Musk makes headlines with hot takes, GM CEO Mary Bar is the opposite of a leader, speaking frequently with the media, at events, etc. And that’s on purpose. No drama, just sales. Tesla still leads with 225,000 US sales in the first half of 2025, but that’s down 13%. Meanwhile, GM’s EV sales are up 111%, hitting over 78,000. That gap is closing. So yeah, GM went from EV villain to comeback king. And if trends keep trending, Elon might need to watch his rear view. Check out Triple Pundit for more electric vehicle news.
Discover how General Motors transformed from the 1990s electric car villain to Tesla’s biggest EV rival in 2025! This video breaks down GM’s comeback story—starting with the controversial EV1, moving through the Chevy Volt hybrid, and now dominating with 13 all-electric models across Cadillac, Chevy, and GMC. Watch as GM quietly rises with soaring EV sales, loyal customers, and no drama, contrasting Tesla’s headline-grabbing controversies. Featuring sharp, high-contrast visuals and clear narration, this data-driven documentary reveals the shifting landscape of the U.S. electric vehicle market. Perfect for EV enthusiasts interested in industry trends and corporate strategy. Like and share if you find GM’s EV journey as fascinating as we do!
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00:00:00 GM’S TRANSFORMATION
00:00:34 THE COMEBACK STRATEGY
00:00:58 The Contrast
00:01:29 The Numbers
Read more here: https://www.triplepundit.com/story/2025/telsa-gm-evs-brand-reputation/823761
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