Last mentioned: Mar 23, 2026
Layoff Announcement
SK confirms nearly 1,000 job cuts at the Georgia facility.
Market Shift
Major automakers begin announcing delays in EV production targets.
Production Start
The facility begins mass production of lithium-ion batteries for the US market.
Groundbreaking
SK breaks ground on its first battery plant in Commerce, Georgia.
SK Battery America Inc. has announced the layoff of 958 employees at its manufacturing facility in Commerce, Georgia, marking a significant contraction in the domestic EV supply chain. The move reflects broader industry adjustments as battery manufacturers recalibrate production capacity to align with fluctuating electric vehicle demand.
SK Battery America is laying off nearly 1,000 workers at its flagship manufacturing facility in Commerce, Georgia. The reduction reflects a broader industry-wide recalibration as major automakers scale back electric vehicle production targets in response to cooling consumer demand.
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