Eric J. Savitz

Eric J. Savitz

@savitz.bsky.social

Writer. Editor. Corporate Content and Communications Strategist. Previously: General Motors, Barron's, Roku, Brunswick Group, Forbes, SmartMoney, The Industry Standard. Husband, dad, grandfather, dog parent. Penn grad. Phillies fanatic. Go Birds!

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Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

Introducing: Savitz Communications LLC. www.linkedin.com/posts/eric-s...

linkedin.comOK, here we go. Roughly two months ago, after General Motors so rudely kicked me to the curb, I found myself without gainful employment or any real prospects for the first time in my nearly 42-year… ...OK, here we go. Roughly two months ago, after General Motors so rudely kicked me to the curb, I found myself without gainful employment or any real prospects for the first time in my nearly 42-year c...
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

[Reposting from LinkedIn] A few weeks ago, I experienced a career first! I was laid off. As for what's next, well, I'm exploring all avenues. I have deep experience in both business and tech journalism and corporate communications. Maybe I can help your team. Let's chat.

Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

In the latest edition of Retro Rides on GM News, we take a look at the 1964 Pontiac Tempest GTO, a speed demon which kicked off the muscle car mania of the 1960s. And of course, it got its own song. Turn it on, wind it up, blow it out G.T.O. news.gm.com/home.detail....

news.gm.comRetro Rides: Muscling into the future with the 1964 Pontiac GTOThe 1964 Pontiac Tempest GTO was arguably the first and most iconic of American muscle cars. Gone, but not forgotten.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

New on GM News: My Q&A with Cadillac's John Roth. We talk about the brand's big and successful push into EVs, plans for the Cadillac F1 team and more. Cadillac is once and forever, the Standard of the World. news.gm.com/home.detail....

news.gm.comA few minutes with Cadillac’s John Roth: EVs, F1, and “The Standard of the World”Cadillac’s John Roth talks about the recent growth of the Cadillac business, the brand’s EV strategy, the move into Formula One racing, and more.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

news.gm.com/home.detail.... For decades, General Motors worked on turbine-based engines for cars, trucks, and buses. Their appeal is tantalizing, but it never quite worked out. Learn the details in the latest edition of Retro Rides, from GM News. #cars #engines #gm #generalmotors #weirdcars

news.gm.comRetro Rides: Why GM’s 30-year experiment with turbine engines flamed outStarting in the 1950s, General Motors developed a variety of turbine-powered concept vehicles.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

GM Q2 U.S. sales were up 7%, nicely ahead of the industry's growth rate of 4%. For the year to date, we're up 12%. Without GM, domestic auto sales were up just 2%. We are winning: In trucks, SUVs, crossovers, EVs, and luxury cars, GM is growing sales and gaining share. news.gm.com/home.detail....

news.gm.comGM posts strong Q2 and first half sales on industry leading growthGeneral Motors Co. (NYSE: GM) and its dealers delivered 2.6 million vehicles in the U.S. in 2023, up 14% year-over-year. GM led the industry in total sales and was the top selling manufacturer of truc...
Eric J. Savitz
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Retro Rides from GM News is back with another dive into auto history. This time its the 2003 Cadillac Sixteen, a V-16 powerhouse concept car. While never commercialized the Sixteen, you can see echoes of its design in some current models, like the Cadillac CELESTIQ. news.gm.com/home.detail....

news.gm.comRetro Rides: The 2003 Cadillac Sixteen, oozing power and luxuryThe Cadillac Sixteen concept served as inspiration for the production Cadillac CELESTIQ.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

This weekend marks the 109th running of the Indy 500. Ken Morris, a senior GM exec who handles motorsports, will be on hand for the 37th year in a row. In a bylined piece for GM News, he reflects on his long automotive career - and the "greatest spectacle in racing." news.gm.com/home.detail....

news.gm.comHow my love for the Indy 500 fueled my automotive careerAhead of this year’s Indianapolis 500, GM’s Ken Morris reflects on how the race has impacted his career - and his life.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

Ever heard of LMR battery technology? If not, you will. In his recent post on GM News, Kushal Narayanaswamy, director of advanced battery cell engineering at GM details how LMR can offer vehicles with long range and lower cost. news.gm.com/home.detail.... #electricvehicles #batteries #EVs

news.gm.comWhy LMR batteries will change the outlook for the EV marketLithium manganese rich battery technology offers the promise of EVs with long-range at substantially lower cost.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

Just a reminder to check out all the great content we're producing at GM News - not your average corporate news site. And sign up for my free weekly newsletter highlighting the latest on GM cars, people, technology, and brands. (Click the subscribe button at the top right corner of news.gm.com)

Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

So, I always thought GMC referred to General Motors. Nope. GMC originally stood for Grabowsky Motor Company, named for founders Max and Morris Grabowsky. GM bought it in 1909. In 2024, GMC had its best sales year ever. Somewhere, the Grabowsky boys are sitting in a GMC Yukon and smiling.

Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

Go Birds.

The Athletic@theathletic.com

With Saquon Barkley logging only 65 yards, his second-lowest rushing output of 2024, the Eagles relied heavily on Jalen Hurts and a stifling defense to win 27-13 over the Pittsburgh Steelers in the battle of Pennsylvania. 🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/599...

Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

Will wonders never cease. Simply horrifying.

The New York Times@nytimes.com

The lawyer helping Robert F. Kennedy Jr. pick federal health officials for the incoming Trump administration has petitioned the government to revoke its approval of the polio vaccine, which for decades has protected millions of people from a virus that can cause paralysis or death.

nytimes.comKennedy’s Lawyer Has Asked the F.D.A. to Revoke Approval of the Polio VaccineAaron Siri, who specializes in vaccine lawsuits, has been at Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s side reviewing candidates for top jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services.
Eric J. Savitz
@savitz.bsky.social

Worst airports on Earth: 1) JFK 2) All other airports. Trying to get through security at JFK today was a nightmare. New York should have a world class airport, and instead it gets the aviation version of Port Authority bus terminal.