On legacy: A hero turns 100 and investing in manufacturing

May 08, 2026Newsletter Archives

Legacy is more than just what's left behind. It’s happening now.

Building a legacy takes a lifetime, and few have built a legacy like 100-year-old WWII veteran Frank Madden. To celebrate his centennial, and a lifetime marked by sacrifice and public service, Frank’s family at Cox Chevrolet (also celebrating its 100th year) dropped a new Traverse off in his driveway. It’ll usher Frank on life’s many great adventures to come. 

In America, we’ve inherited a proud legacy of manufacturing, but that legacy must also be nurtured. See how GM is growing skilled trades careers nationwide as part of a nearly $200 million investment, which aims to expand pathways into high-demand skilled trades, advanced manufacturing, engineering, and technician roles. 

That historic investment in American manufacturing personnel is critical to GM’s success, as is investing in cutting-edge tools to equip its workers. Take a look at how smart AI tools are in use – right now – helping workers flag production issues faster and with increased accuracy. 

Dr. Jonas Salk, who developed the polio vaccine, once asked "are we being good ancestors?” It’s a reminder that sustainable, altruistic actions build a legacy worth celebrating. 

Let’s be good ancestors, 

–Kyle Kinard, Managing Editor, GM News