General Motors: 1,000 jobs cut
General Motors has replaced over 1,000 workers at its Factory Zero plant with 50 collaborative robots as part of a cost-cutting measure amid declining demand for electric vehicles. The company cites improved safety and ergonomics as benefits of the transition, although it has faced protests from the United Auto Workers union regarding job losses and safety concerns.
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General Motors replaces 1,000-plus Factory Zero workers with 50 cobots
General Motors replaces 1,000-plus Factory Zero workers with 50 cobots LOADING... The cobots work alongside human workers # General Motors replaces 1,000-plus Factory Zero workers with 50 cobots Business Jun 22, 2026 General Motors just replaced over 1,000 workers at its Factory Zero plant in Detroit with 50 collaborative robots, known as cobots. The switch comes as GM tries to cut costs and deal with slowing demand for electric vehicles. Now, these cobots work side by side with the remaini