https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/gm-nets-2-25b-softbank-investment-for-self-driving-cars/ > "Teaming up with SoftBank adds an additional strong partner as we pursue our vision of zero crashes, zero emissions and zero congestion," said GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra, in a prepared statement. > As part of the deal, General Motors has itself pledged to invest a further $1.1 billion into GM Cruise when the deal with SoftBank is consummated.