On the Dash:
- GM continues prioritizing AI and software capabilities even as it reduces traditional salaried positions.
- Workforce restructuring signals ongoing pressure for automakers to balance cost controls with technology investment.
- Dealers should expect continued emphasis on connected vehicle, autonomous, and software-driven retail strategies.
General Motors is cutting hundreds of salaried IT positions as the automaker restructures its workforce and reduces costs, while continuing to invest in artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicle development, and other future-focused technology roles.
GM began layoffs on Monday that affected approximately 500 to 600 salaried IT employees worldwide. Most of the impacted workers are located in Austin, Texas, and Warren, Michigan.
The automaker confirmed the layoffs, which were first reported by Bloomberg, stating that this move is part of an initiative to transform its IT organization and better position the company for the future. GM also mentioned that it will support the affected employees during their transition.
At the end of last year, GM employed around 68,000 salaried workers globally, including 47,000 white-collar employees in the United States. Despite these layoffs, GM is still actively hiring for IT roles and currently has dozens of open positions in artificial intelligence, motorsports, and autonomous vehicle development.
In recent years, GM has regularly reassessed its salaried staffing levels and skill requirements. Notably, the company laid off more than 200 CAD engineers in October, citing business conditions as the reason for that decision.
