GM Cuts Workers at Canada Truck Plant Amid Trade Turmoil
General Motors Co. is reducing its operations at a Canadian assembly plant that primarily produces pickup trucks for export to the United States. The Oshawa assembly plant in Ontario will cut down to two shifts from three due to the “evolving trade environment,” according to the automaker.
The plant, which is the only GM facility in Canada still producing consumer vehicles, will be reoriented to build more trucks for the Canadian market. This move comes as another GM factory in Ontario, which produces electric commercial vans, is set to be idled for months.
The decision reflects the challenges faced by the automotive industry amid changing trade dynamics. By adjusting its production strategy, GM aims to better align with current market demands.
The shift in production at the Oshawa plant highlights the impact of trade uncertainties on manufacturing operations. As the company adapts to these changes, the focus on serving the local Canadian market becomes increasingly important.
