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General Motors CEO Mary Barra Is Betting The Future Is Electric

The Circuit with Emily Chang

CHAPTER

GM's CEO Mary Barra's Electric Vehicle Ambitions

The chapter explores GM's CEO Mary Barra's bold plan to shift the company's entire fleet to electric vehicles to rival companies like Tesla. It delves into the challenges faced during crises like the 2008 recession and the ignition switch crisis, emphasizing the importance of transparency and accountability. The discussion also touches on the cultural transformation within GM towards prioritizing safety and adapting to technological advancements for the company's survival.

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