Founded in 1908, General Motors (GM) is an American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts. The company is home to a diverse portfolio of brands, including Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac, as well as joint ventures like Baojun and Wuling. With a vision of "zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion," GM is a leader in the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) through its Ultium battery platform and is heavily invested in autonomous driving technology through its majority-owned subsidiary, Cruise. The company also provides automotive financing services through its GM Financial arm.