DMAX Ltd. will invest $82 million at the DMAX plant for future Duramax diesel engine-related productivity improvements, creating approximately 150 jobs over the next three years at the joint venture between General Motors and Isuzu, dependent on state and local incentive approvals.

Less than a year ago, a $60 million investment was made at the plant to make design changes enabling the engines to meet future emissions requirements.

Established in 1998, DMAX has produced almost 1.7 million engines since opening in 2000. GM owns 60 percent and Isuzu owns 40 percent of the venture that makes the Duramax diesel for heavy-duty trucks. DMAX, Ltd. has invested $856 million in the DMAX facility since 2000.

"This investment and job creation is a result of the hard work from our DMAX team and IUE-CWA Local 755, who have consistently demonstrated their commitment and dedication to building the best diesel engine possible for our customers," said GM North America Manufacturing Manager Scott Whybrew.

"The Duramax diesel's performance is renowned in the industry, and these productivity improvements will allow us to become even more efficient in producing these world class engines."

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