The Latest Breaking News from Factory Zero

Meet The 50 Robots That Replaced More Than 1,000 Factory Workers At General Motors

General Motors has introduced 50 collaborative robots at its Factory Zero plant in Michigan, resulting in over 1,000 job cuts and sparking criticism from labour groups.

International Business Times UK · Jun 25

General Motors layoffs: GM replaces over 1,000 workers with 50 robots at US flagship plant in Michigan, says "we are implementing..."

General Motors Detroit plant robots: General Motors has introduced 50 collaborative robots at its Factory Zero plant, a move that has led to over 1,000 job cuts. While GM states these 'cobots' are designed to assist workers and improve conditions, the United Auto Workers union strongly criticizes the decision, viewing…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

GM Cancels Next-Gen Electric Trucks as 1,300 Laid-Off Workers Return to a Factory with No Successor in Sight

General Motors halts next-gen electric truck production at Factory Zero, delaying models like the Silverado EV and Hummer EV until 2030. Explore the impact on Detroit's workforce and GM's $35 billion EV strategy.

International Business Times UK · Apr 22

GM Idling Hummer EV Plant To Prepare For Production Expansion

GM says it scheduled downtime from June 27 through July 22 to add production capacity sooner than planned; tooling, machinery and equipment will be installed.

InsideEVs · Jun 22, 2022