General Motors (GM) is reducing its workforce at Factory Zero in Detroit-Hamtramck due to adjustments in electric vehicle production schedules. The changes will affect a significant number of employees at the facility.
What happened
General Motors will implement permanent layoffs at its Detroit Factory Zero facility. In addition, a number of employees will remain on furlough.
How many employees affected
1,140 workers will be permanently laid off. These cuts will impact assembly, material, and quality operators. Approximately 360 employees will remain on furlough through the end of 2025.
Why layoffs happened
The layoffs and extended furloughs are a result of production schedule changes driven by slower near-term adoption of electric vehicles.
Company background
Factory Zero is General Motors' electric vehicle assembly plant located in Detroit-Hamtramck. The plant currently employs around 4,000 workers.
Industry impact
The layoffs reflect adjustments being made within the automotive industry in response to evolving consumer demand for electric vehicles.
What's next
The 1,140 permanent layoffs are scheduled to take effect on January 5, 2026. The 360 furloughed employees will remain so through the end of 2025.