DETROIT - General Motors and Hyundai Motor Co. announced Wednesday plans for their first five co-developed vehicles, a step in the two automakers’ ongoing strategic collaboration.

The companies will co-develop four vehicles for the Central and South American markets, including a compact SUV, a car and a pickup, and a midsize pickup. The vehicles will offer either internal combustion or hybrid propulsion systems. The automakers will also co-develop an electric commercial van for the North American market.

Shilpan Amin, GM senior vice president and global chief procurement and supply chain officer, said in a news release that the vehicles target the largest segments in Central and South America.

“By partnering together, GM and Hyundai will bring more choice to our customers faster, and a

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