General Motors expects to take a $1.6 billion earnings hit for the third quarter due to slowing demand for electric vehicles.
The company will absorb a $1.2 billion accounting charge for adjustments to EV production capacity and $400 million for canceling supplier contracts tied to EV investments.
Federal EV tax credits, worth up to $7,500 for new EVs and $4,000 for used vehicles, expired on September 30, impacting sales.
The New York Times reports on the expected impact on sales.
Author's summary: GM expects a $1.6B earnings hit.