Janesville GM End Of An Era

06/19/2026

1955
This historical photo shows a 55 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad station wagon rolling off the assembly line at the General Motors Janesville Assembly Plant.

The vehicle is finished in a two-tone paint scheme of Harvest Gold and India Ivory. Executives and plant workers are gathered around to inspect the completed two-door wagon, highlighting the launch of the famous Chevrolet Nomad premium model line.
Photograph colorized by me

06/19/2026

Let's get those registrations in for Sunday
You can register at the gate

We brought back our 1923 Janesville made Chevrolet for the car show stop in and check it out for this great fundraiser

Cars & Stars fundraiser, which celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
Located at the Rock County Historical Society, 440 N. Jackson St., Janesville, WI
Rev Up Your Father’s Day! 🚗
We cordially invite you to the RCHS Cars & Stars fundraiser on Sunday, June 21st, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A specially designated area for Janesville GM-made vehicles will be available on the premises for parking those cars produced at the plant.
Experience a variety of impressive cars, the Heartbeat of Janesville GM Exhibit, the Hemlines and Heroes exhibit, a look into local World War II lives through uniforms and 1940s fashion, along with food, complimentary ice cream while supplies last, beverages, and family-friendly activities!
Car Show Registration is Now Open!
All makes and models are encouraged to participate.
Showcase Your Vehicle! Vehicle Registration:
• $10 Early Bird
• $15 Day Of
For additional information or to register your vehicle online, please visit WWW.RCHS.US
To register by phone, please call 608-756-4509. If you have any inquiries, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

06/18/2026

Data centers will take center stage at Janesville City Hall again on Monday night. The Janesville City Council considers establishing a companion ordinance to the updated zoning code which would regulate data center development. Economic Development Director

06/18/2026

On May 7, 1956,
The Janesville Assembly plant produced the 35 millionth vehicle for General Motors' Chevrolet Division, a gold 56 Bel Air sport coupe.
The vehicle was cream and gold in color, though its current location is unknown.

Photo Colorized by Janesville GM End Of An Era

06/18/2026

February 15, 1923

Photograph recreated and colorized by me.

This photograph captures the moment when the first assembled Chevrolet was completed on the main conveyor line at the local plant. It was taken for The Janesville Gazette on Wednesday morning. The vehicle in the foreground has reached the end of the assembly line and is being moved into the testing room, where gasoline, water, and oil are introduced into the car via hoses suspended above. Positioned at the rear of the first car are worker Frank Schuler, the foreman of the main conveyor line, A.F. Grimes, who oversees the test floor, and Glenn L. Gardner from the Personnel Department.

The conveyor line transports the chassis along the conveyor using cogs from a single chain located underneath.
This plant aims to manufacture 2,500 cars in March 1923, with plans to accelerate production so that by June, 300 cars will be produced daily.
Photo by Rex Photo Service.

06/17/2026

City of Janesville staff want the city council to approve another extension of a non-binding agreement with Viridian Partners as negotiations continue over the potential purchase and redevelopment of the

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

JANESVILLE — The city and the GM/JATCO Redevelopment Advisory Board are hosting a "community visioning" workshop on June 24 that will allow residents to share their own ideas for reuse