Wixom Performance Build Center
Wixom Performance Build Center (also called PBC) is a 100,000 square feet General Motors high performance engine factory in Wixom, Michigan.
| Abbreviation | PBC |
|---|---|
| Motto | One builder for one engine. |
| Formation | 2004 |
| Purpose | Produce high performance engines for GM's premier vehicles. |
| Location |
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| Coordinates | 42°30′47″N 83°32′43″W |
Region served | Worldwide |
Parent organization | General Motors |
Staff | 29 [1] |
History
The facility began production in 2005 with the 7.0L LS7 for the Corvette Z06 and the 4.4L Supercharged Northstar LC3 for the STS-V and XLR-V. Due to market conditions the LC3 was discontinued after the 2009 model year.
In 2013-01-30, General Motors announced the relocation of Performance Build Center to Bowling Green Assembly Plant, effective on the first quarter of 2014.[2]
Investments
- 2004 - $10 million to produce hand-built high-performance engines.
Products
- Current Products:
- 6.2L V8 LS3
- 7.0L V8 LS7
- Supercharged 6.2L V8 LS9
- Past Products:
Product Applications
- 6.2L V8 LS3 Engine
- 7.0L V8 LS7 Engine
- Supercharged 6.2L V8 LS9 Engine
Employee Information
- Hourly: 18
- Salary: 11
- Union Local: UAW Local 29
See also
- List of GM factories
References
- "Wixom Performance Build Center, GM News". GM Media. June 27, 2013. Retrieved June 27, 2013.
- GM Relocating Performance Build Center to Bowling Green - $3.5 million investment will enhance growth of Corvette assembly plant
External links
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