GM Pauses EV Plant Conversion Plans at Two U.S. Factories
General Motors is hitting the brakes on major parts of its electric vehicle strategy by pausing planned plant conversions and scaling back production at key U.S. facilities. The move reflects weakening demand for battery-powered vehicles and growing uncertainty around federal support for electrification. At the heart of the shift are two major Ultium battery plants […]
U.S. Auto Plants Adjust Shift Schedules Amid Demand Changes
The American auto industry has always moved in cycles. Boom years bring overtime and hiring sprees. Lean years bring layoffs and idled lines. But the current moment feels different to workers and managers alike. The shifts happening now aren’t just about selling more or fewer cars. They reflect deeper uncertainty about what kinds of vehicles […]
U.S. Dealers Report Rising Unsold EV Inventory in January
Electric vehicles are piling up on dealer lots across the country, with January inventory levels reaching their highest point in over a year. Dealers report that EVs are sitting an average of 82 days before selling, nearly double the 46-day average for gas-powered vehicles. The surplus spans multiple brands and price points, from affordable compact […]
U.S. Automakers Quietly Scale Back EV Production Targets for 2026
The ambitious electric vehicle timelines set just a few years ago are getting a reality check. General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis have all dialed back their EV production targets for 2026, citing softer-than-expected demand, charging infrastructure gaps, and a shifting political landscape around federal incentives. The pivot signals a broader recalibration across Detroit. Not an […]