Proof of Usefulness Report

General Motors

Analysis completed on 1/22/2026

+615
Proof of Usefulness Score
Category Standard

General Motors is a legacy titan with massive scale, undeniable real-world utility, and verified traction ($65B+ cap, 162k employees). However, the project submission itself is of low quality, lacking specific project details and relying entirely on the entity's public reputation. While the 'product' (vehicles) is ubiquitous, the 'Response Quality' and specific evidence provided in this submission were minimal, resulting in significant penalties to the Quality Factors. The final score reflects a balance between the immense scale of the entity and the poor effort of the submission.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+190.0
Audience Reach Impact+160.0
Technical Innovation+102.0
Evidence Of Traction+200.0
Market Timing Relevance+64.0
Functional Completeness+7.5
Subtotal+723.5
Usefulness Multiplierx0.85
Final Score+615

Project Details

Project URL
gm.com
Description
General Motors (GM), accessible via gm.com, is a leading global automotive company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. Founded in 1908, GM designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts under several brands, including Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, and Cadillac. The company is known for its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and safety, with a strong focus on developing electric and autonomous vehicle technologies. GM operates manufacturing and assembly plants across the world and is dedicated to creating a future with zero crashes, zero emissions, and zero congestion.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline