General Motors will invest $888 million in the production of a new-generation V8 but also in building more L87 engines at its New York plant

The Tonawanda Propulsion plant will make V-8 powerplants that GM says will have better fuel economy and lower emissions.

General Motors is investing at least $800 million at a New York propulsion plant to increase engine production there, according to two sources familiar with the matter. The investment is a shift from a previously announced $300 million commitment to make electric vehicle drive units at the plant.