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General Motors Halting Most Production In The U.S.

The shortage was caused by a rise in demand for electronics with chips and supply chain issues because of the pandemic.

General Motors Halting Most Production In The U.S.

Jeff Roberson / AP

September 6, 2021

Starting Monday, General Motors is pausing production at almost all of its assembly plants in North America.

It's because of a computer chip shortage.

The chips are essential for many car parts and small electronic devices.

The shortage was caused by a rise in demand for electronics with chips and supply chain issues because of the pandemic.

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