BREAKING: Subaru Stops All American Production

Another automaker has succumbed to the ongoing semiconductor chip shortage crisis. A Subaru of American spokesperson has confirmed to Reuters it is suspending production at its Lafayette, Indiana factory starting now until the end of the month. No precise date was given for when the factory will come back online.

But unlike other automakers who have multiple facilities scattered throughout the country and the world, such as General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, Subaru only has two factories, in Japan and Indiana. The former, for now, is still up and running. The Indiana plant's shutdown means around 15,000 vehicles won't be produced. TheSubaru Outback, Legacy,Ascent和翼豹都是其他e. The Forester, Crosstrek, and BRZ are made in Japan.

It's unclear how long this willaffect salesin the US and North America. Dealerships will have to make do with existing stock for at least the next few weeks, perhaps longer. Despite its small size compared to other Japanese giants like Toyota and Honda, Subaru has developed an immensely loyal following in the US.

It's not unusual for dealerships to sell vehicles the moment they're delivered because demand is so high. This was the case for the Ascent and Forester when both were brand new. The company spokesperson added the lack of chips was due to the global shortage rather than a recent fire at a chip factory.