Factory Shutdowns Raise Concerns Over GM’s Truck Production Amid Broader Trends in the U.S. Automotive Sector

Factory Shutdowns Raise Concerns Over GM’s Truck Production Amid Broader Trends in the U.S. Automotive Sector

FLINT – Factory workers are accustomed to periodic production line shutdowns for maintenance, but General Motors’ recent announcement raises some eyebrows. The company revealed that the Flint Assembly plant, which manufactures GM’s heavy-duty Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks, will halt production for an entire four weeks. The shutdown, described as “extended holiday downtime,” will also result in temporary layoffs for many workers. This…