
Volvo Group is planning to lay off as many as 800 workers across three US facilities within the next three months, reported Reuters citing a spokesperson.
The decision comes amidst market uncertainty and demand concerns, which have been exacerbated by the tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump.
According to Reuters, Volvo Group North America confirmed the layoffs are expected to affect the Mack Trucks site in Macungie, Pennsylvania, and two other facilities in Dublin, Virginia, and Hagerstown, Maryland.
Volvo Group North America represented about 29% of total 2024 sales for Sweden-based Volvo Group. Employing more than 19,600 people in North America, the company operates 16 manufacturing and remanufacturing facilities in the US, Canada and Mexico.
Volvo Group’s layoffs are part of a broader response from the car and truck industry, which is struggling with the impact of tariffs on certain parts imposed by the US Government, raising vehicle manufacturing costs.
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