GM to Source High-Performance Central Compute Units from $225M Texas Plant
Valeo is investing $225 million to build a Texas plant dedicated to producing GM’s liquid-cooled, high-performance central compute units for software-defined vehicles. Domestic production enables over-the-air updates and improves supply chain resilience for GM.
1. New Texas Production Plant
Valeo has initiated construction of a $225 million manufacturing facility in Texas to produce GM’s central compute units. The liquid-cooled units integrate advanced processors to consolidate vehicle sensor data and enable software-defined functions.
2. Benefits for GM Vehicles and Supply Chain
Domestic production ensures GM can deploy over-the-air software updates without dealer visits and reduces reliance on overseas suppliers. The nearshoring strategy aims to enhance production agility and mitigate risks from geopolitical tensions and energy price fluctuations.