CNBC
GM plans U.S. battery development as Trump's DOT attacks Ford for China ties
Saturday, September 12, 2026
General Motors announced plans to develop battery production in the United States, according to the statement. The company cited the need to establish domestic supply chains for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Most battery cells currently rely on raw materials sourced from China.
Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/12/gm-us-battery-development-ford-china-ties.html