Factory Zero, General Motors' electric vehicle production facility, temporarily suspending production shifts given reduced consumer demand.

In a move to adjust with the current market dynamics, General Motors (GM) has announced a temporary halt in the production of electric vehicles (EVs) at its Factory Zero plant in Detroit-Hamtramck. This decision comes after the automaker lowered its 2024 EV production targets last year due to sluggish adoption in the U.S.

The production pause, which will last one month, starting September 2 and ending October 6, will affect first- and second-shift production at the plant. As a result, around 360 employees at Factory Zero will be placed on temporary layoff status. It is noteworthy that Factory Zero, which employs about 4,000 people, is currently operating under a temporary second-shift layoff, which will now be extended until October 6.

The temporary production stop of EVs at the Factory Zero plant was ordered by General Motors management. This decision will also impact the production of the GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Escalade IQ, as previously stated.

Despite this setback, GM remains the second-largest EV seller behind only Tesla. In fact, the company sold 46,000 electric vehicles in the U.S. between April and June 2025, its best EV quarter to date.

GM spokesperson Kevin Kelly stated that the adjustments are being made to align with market dynamics. He also confirmed that the return of the Chevrolet Bolt EV in 2026 is part of GM's plans to continue scaling its EV production. The Chevrolet Bolt EV, which will be redesigned on a new platform and feature Tesla's NACS charging port, is expected to boost GM's EV portfolio.

It's important to note that these workers may be eligible for subpay and benefits under the GM-UAW national contract during the temporary layoff period.

This production schedule update is part of General Motors' standard process of managing vehicle inventory. The company has faced challenges in the past due to slower-than-expected demand for its growing EV lineup, as evidenced by the 200 job cuts at Factory Zero in April 2025.

Despite these challenges, General Motors remains committed to its electric future and is expected to bounce back with the return of the Chevrolet Bolt EV and continued growth in its EV production.

Factory Zero, General Motors' electric vehicle production facility, temporarily suspending production shifts given reduced consumer demand.