Oct. 29, 2025 | GM lays off 3,300 as it rethinks EVs; Nexperia chip crisis intensifies

Automotive News

29 October 2025

General Motors is pausing production at its Detroit electric vehicle plant and two battery facilities, affecting more than 3,000 workers. The power struggle inside chipmaker Nexperia is escalating as automakers ring alarm bells. Plus, Automotive News’ Carly Schaffner talks about opportunities for Hyundai’s partnership with GM now that the Detroit automaker has discontinued BrightDrop electric van production.