General Motors Co. has announced that Jeffrey Massimilla will soon become the company's new leader for global vehicle safety, following the retirement of Jeffrey Boyer, who departs the company effective Sept. 1, 2017, following 43 years of dedicated service.

Massimilla is currently GM's chief cyber security officer, where he leads the global organization that develops and implements protocols and strategies to reduce the risks associated with cyber security threats related to the vehicle and vehicle connected services.

In this newly expanded role, he becomes the vice president for Global Vehicle Safety and Cyber security, where he adds global responsibility for the safety development of GM vehicle systems, confirmation and validation of safety performance, as well as post-sale safety activities, including recalls.

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