Reuss thinks performance geeks will be well served by this setup, since it's the first time that " all of the expertise will be harnessed within one passionate group.GM Performance Division is made up of a group of enthusiasts dedicated to delivering must-have vehicles."
Reuss says his team's mission is "to bring back the GM nameplates around great performance and design."
The GM Performance Division includes second-stage and one-off production vehicles, concept vehicles, aftermarket parts and accessories for automotive enthusiasts, and high-performance models sold through GM dealers.
Lots of the key people working for Reuss have lots of performance street cred, including John Heinricy, an ex-Corvettee engineer and accomplished racer, and Kip Wasenko, the designer most responsible for Cadillac's new style
"The team is made up of people who live and breathe cars and trucks," Reuss says. "They have proven track records working in the vehicle development organization, and are well respected both inside and outside of GM. We have people who are passionate about building cars and trucks. I believe GM Performance provides a halo effect for each of our brands and for the entire corporation."
The new division had a bunch of potential models on display at this facility southwest of Detroit, at least some of which will likely go into production.
