U.S. production of Orlando MPV on hold says union official
December 31st, 1969
While the likes of Audi and Daimler are surging forward with their product development, cash-strapped companies such as General Motors are having to abandon certain market segments and cut back on new model launches just to stay in business. The latest product cuts reportedly taking place at GM surround a pair of compact MPV models that were to be built at a plant in Detroit and go on sale by 2011.
The vehicles in question include the production version of the 2008 Chevrolet Orlando Concept, a compact van based on the same platform as the upcoming Chevrolet Cruze sedan, as well as an Opel badged version to be exported to Europe. Referred to as the Delta MPV7, the upcoming seven-seater MPV was originally slated to enter production later this year.
The Delta MPV7 was to be built on the same FWD ‘Delta’ platform as the Chevrolet Volt and Cruze sedans, all of which were to be built at GM’s Hamtramck plant in Detroit.
In an interview with Automotive News, the president of UAW Local 22, George McGregor, revealed that the project has been put on hold indefinitely. McGregor explained that tooling for the MPV7 had not been installed and no other preparations have been made. GM is yet to say whether the MPV7 vehicle program would be restarted or whether a different vehicle program was scheduled for the plant, he said.
The latest news brings into question the role that the future seven-seat MPV will play for GM’s North American division. Spy shots of prototypes testing in Europe confirm the car is in development, but now it appears production will likely be relegated to plants in Europe and South Korea.Chevrolet Tacuma spy shotsChevrolet Orlando Concept Official photos
While the likes of Audi and Daimler are surging forward with their product development, cash-strapped companies such as General Motors are having to abandon certain market segments and cut back on new model launches just to stay in business. The latest product cuts reportedly taking place at GM surround a pair of compact MPV models that were to be built at a plant in Detroit and go on sale by 2011.
The vehicles in question include the production version of the 2008 Chevrolet Orlando Concept, a compact van based on the same platform as the upcoming Chevrolet Cruze sedan, as well as an Opel badged version to be exported to Europe. Referred to as the Delta MPV7, the upcoming seven-seater MPV was originally slated to enter production later this year.
The Delta MPV7 was to be built on the same FWD ‘Delta’ platform as the Chevrolet Volt and Cruze sedans, all of which were to be built at GM’s Hamtramck plant in Detroit.
In an interview with Automotive News, the president of UAW Local 22, George McGregor, revealed that the project has been put on hold indefinitely. McGregor explained that tooling for the MPV7 had not been installed and no other preparations have been made. GM is yet to say whether the MPV7 vehicle program would be restarted or whether a different vehicle program was scheduled for the plant, he said.
The latest news brings into question the role that the future seven-seat MPV will play for GM’s North American division. Spy shots of prototypes testing in Europe confirm the car is in development, but now it appears production will likely be relegated to plants in Europe and South Korea.
U.S. production of Orlando MPV on hold says union official
March 23rd, 2009
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GM is yet to confirm the news but the delays are likely given the company’s financial situation
Enlarge PhotoThe vehicles in question include the production version of the 2008 Chevrolet Orlando Concept, a compact van based on the same platform as the upcoming Chevrolet Cruze sedan, as well as an Opel badged version to be exported to Europe. Referred to as the Delta MPV7, the upcoming seven-seater MPV was originally slated to enter production later this year.
The Delta MPV7 was to be built on the same FWD ‘Delta’ platform as the Chevrolet Volt and Cruze sedans, all of which were to be built at GM’s Hamtramck plant in Detroit.
In an interview with Automotive News, the president of UAW Local 22, George McGregor, revealed that the project has been put on hold indefinitely. McGregor explained that tooling for the MPV7 had not been installed and no other preparations have been made. GM is yet to say whether the MPV7 vehicle program would be restarted or whether a different vehicle program was scheduled for the plant, he said.
The latest news brings into question the role that the future seven-seat MPV will play for GM’s North American division. Spy shots of prototypes testing in Europe confirm the car is in development, but now it appears production will likely be relegated to plants in Europe and South Korea.
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Chevrolet Orlando Concept Official photos
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Meet the top commenters on the LeaderboardBy Laz #1, Posted: 9/9/2008
Will this be the HHR replacement?
By NoNameDenton #2, Posted: 9/9/2008
Damn Laz, you beat me to it, too bad we will not get the diesel, but maybe they would do an SS version if it comes here.
By Laz #3, Posted: 9/9/2008
I was thinking when I first saw this that it looks like a mini Isuzu Axiom...
By NoNameDenton #4, Posted: 9/9/2008
Your right, there is some cues from the Izuzu.
By Mike #5, Posted: 9/15/2008
Question to the author of the article: in what way are these photos, or the information for that matter, new? I see the same pictures and details that were released a week ago on Motorauthority and other sites.
As for the Orlando, i like it and i hope it does come to the U.S. just as it is shown here, preferably with the HHR SS's turbocharged 4-cylinder engine .
By NoNameDenton #6, Posted: 9/15/2008
We should also get a panel van version like the current HHR has with a panel van SS version as well.
By admin #7, Posted: 9/15/2008
Mike, the rear shot of the concept was only revealed today as well as the information that Orlando will be a global model.
By Mike #8, Posted: 9/15/2008
Gotcha, thanks for the clarification
By Laz #9, Posted: 9/16/2008
Oh no! This thing has a Aztek rear end...
This thing is starting to grow on me!
I am getting sick of being jerked around by GM on their product plans
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