BMW Is Reportedly Cutting 1,800 Jobs In China

BMW Brilliance Automotive has started cutting about 1,800 jobs at its Shenyang operations, with reductions scheduled to begin Nov. 2. The plan is reported to affect roughly 10% of the joint venture’s workforce, mainly frontline production roles, though some administrative positions are included. The move comes as BMW’s China sales face intensified pressure amid stronger local-brand competition and a wider EV and hybrid market shift. BMW has not confirmed the cuts, and it’s unclear if they connect to broader restructuring beyond China. Reportedly, severance follows an N+5 formula tied to years of service.