Ford, General Motors and Fiat Chrysler are suspending production at all North American plants in an effort to help prevent the spread of the coronoavirus (COVID-19), the companies announced Wednesday. “In these unprecedented times, we’re exploring unique and creative solutions to support our workforce, customers, dealers, suppliers and communities,” Ford North America president Kumar Galhotra said. “GM and the [United Auto Workers union] have always put the health and safety of the people entering GM plants first, and we have agreed to a systematic, orderly suspension of production to aid in fighting COVID-19/coronavirus,” said GM Chairman and CEO Mary Barra. However, Ford and Fiat Chrysler on Wednesday morning announced the closure of one plant each after employees tested positive for the virus. Honda has also suspended North American production through March 31.

Source: Fox News March 18, 2020 17:41 UTC