According to a report by 'Eye Coin Finance' this morning, General Motors China has laid off one-third of its employees across multiple departments, marking the company's first major layoff in China. The layoffs are believed to be a result of the company's shift towards outsourcing autonomous driving research and development to domestic companies.
The article highlights the significant impact of the layoffs on the company's autonomous driving research team, which has been completely disbanded. The move is seen as a strategic shift towards a more cost-effective approach to R&D, with General Motors opting to partner with local companies to develop autonomous driving technologies.
The news raises questions about the future of General Motors' autonomous driving ambitions in China and the impact of the layoffs on the company's employees and the wider automotive industry.
Source: [Ithome](https://www.ithome.com/0/815/770.htm)