General Motors executives announced at the GM Forward event that the company is maintaining its commitment to electrification and autonomy, despite the expiration of US electric vehicle tax credits. The automaker stated its focus remains on end goals including vehicle quality and reduced development time.
A primary development in this strategy is the expansion of Super Cruise, a hands-off, eyes-off driving technology. Previously limited to specific models like the Escalade IQ, the system will now be available on nearly every vehicle in the GM lineup. This rollout includes pickup trucks and crossovers, marking a significant broadening of the technology's availability beyond its initial announcement.
Sterling Anderson, GM's head of product, detailed the testing scale behind this expansion. He reported that the company is testing the technology at a rate of 1 million miles (1.6 million km) per month. This testing occurs in both virtual and real-world environments. Anderson explained that the ultimate objective extends beyond simple transportation; the goal is for vehicles to perform tasks on behalf of the user.