GM to Shift Buick Envision SUV Production from China to U.S., Bolt EV May Be Discontinued

General Motors (GM-US) plans to move production of the next-generation Buick Envision SUV from China to its Kansas City Fairfax plant in Kansas, starting in 2028, amid pressure to localize vehicle manufacturing for the U.S. market. The company also indicated it may discontinue the all-electric Chevrolet Bolt, produced at the same facility, within about 18 months. The shift follows U.S. President Trump’s tariffs on Chinese imports, which have increased costs for vehicles made abroad. Additionally, the administration eliminated the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles, reducing consumer demand. The Bolt uses batteries from China’s CATL and currently shares the assembly line with gasoline-powered Envision and Chevrolet Equinox models. GM said it may continue Bolt production if sales remain strong but will prioritize gas-powered models. The company previously announced plans to boost Equinox output at the Kansas plant by 2027 due to new tariffs on Mexican-made vehicles and parts. In 2025, Buick sold 42,000 Envision units, down 11% from the prior year, partly due to trade restrictions.