1,750 Jobs to Be Cut at GM’s EV and Battery Plants in the US Amid Slowing Demand

In a significant workforce reduction move, General Motors (GM) is set to lay off approximately 1,750 employees across its electric vehicle (EV) and battery production plants in the United States. The job cuts are being attributed to slower-than-expected growth in EV demand and the company’s efforts to streamline production and control costs.
Plants and Job Impact
The layoffs will primarily affect two major facilities — the Factory Zero assembly plant in Detroit, Michigan, and the Ultium Cells battery plant in Warren, Ohio. Both units are operated jointly by General Motors and LG Energy Solutions.
According to reports, about 1,200 workers at the Factory Zero plant will lose their jobs, while roughly 550 employees will be impacted at Ultium Cells.
Factory Zero is known for producing several of GM’s flagship electric vehicles, including the Chevrolet Silverado EV, GMC Sierra EV, and Hummer EV.
Production Suspension and Temporary Layoffs
In addition to the job cuts, GM plans to temporarily halt production for around six months next year, which could result in about 1,550 temporary layoffs. The suspension is reportedly aimed at allowing the company to upgrade and modernise its manufacturing operations, particularly to prepare for advancements in battery technology and efficiency improvements.
Operations are expected to resume by mid-2026, potentially with reduced shifts and an increased focus on cost-effective production methods.
Broader Industry Challenges
The layoffs come amid a broader slowdown in the global electric vehicle industry, which has been grappling with multiple challenges — including sluggish sales growth, rising manufacturing costs, intensified competition, and the withdrawal of government subsidies in key markets.
Several automakers worldwide have recently scaled back their EV production targets or delayed expansion plans in response to lower consumer demand and margin pressures.
Outlook
GM’s move underscores the volatile nature of the EV transition, as automakers balance the push toward electrification with the realities of market demand and production costs. While the company continues to invest in battery technology and future-ready manufacturing, the immediate focus appears to be on cost rationalisation and operational efficiency.
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