The planned investment is expected to generate 2,600 new salaried jobs at the nation’s largest auto maker and provide a shot in the arm for a Southeast Michigan region on the rebound after being stung by economic downturn.
The sprawling, 59-year-old complex in Warren, Mich., will start getting upgrades this month, and work will continue through 2018, the company said.
GM’s work on the site will include updated design studios, renovated research-and-development facilities and new information technology facilities.