General Motors' engine plant in the Town of Tonawanda is competing for a $21 million investment by the automaker, a spokeswoman confirmed - without saying exactly what the potential expansion would be.
There's speculation that it could be a diesel engine line.

Changing standards for diesel fuel are making it easier for automakers to meet emissions standards, leading to speculation that GM will produce diesel engines for some of its vehicles.

The company has applied to the Erie County Industrial Development Agency for tax breaks connected to the possible investment in Tonawanda, GM communications manager Doris Powers Toney said. At least one other site in North America is also being considered for the new task, she said.
No time frame has been set for a decision on the investment, she said.

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