Crain’s Detroit Business
June 11, 2025
Kurt Nagl
MichAuto investor General Motors is shifting the focus of its Orion Assembly plant from electric vehicles to gasoline-powered pickups as part of a broader $4 billion investment that will ultimately increase production in the US. This decision addresses weak EV sales and rising tariffs, positioning GM to create thousands of union jobs and enhance its competitive edge in the industry. MichAuto Executive Director Glenn Stevens Jr. provided insights on the key takeaway resulting from this decision.