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Jason S. Sullivan

Exploring the past and present of Arlington, Texas.

Tag: General Motors

Written by Jason S. SullivanOctober 18, 2025

“Arlington G.M. Plant Rolls First Car Off Finish Line” (1954)

It was a historic day when the first car rolled off the assembly line at Arlington’s General Motors plant. A shiny, 1954 Pontiac was first—over 13 million vehicles have followed.

Written by Jason S. SullivanDecember 5, 2024December 7, 2024

The Heartbeat of Arlington: General Motors Celebrates 70 Years in the Community

This year marks the 70th Anniversary of General Motors operating in Arlington. Since the first car rolled off the line at the Arlington plant in January 1954, more than 13 million vehicles have followed.

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