1,000 workers at one car factory in China were told to either quit or sit around on minimum wage until the market picks up again: Nikkei

• Li Auto workers are facing layoffs or minimum wage due to weak electric vehicle sales.
• China's auto sector is struggling with overproduction, impacting domestic and international markets.
• Western concerns over subsidies and overcapacity add pressure as Chinese EV makers seek new markets.

As China grapples with manufacturing overproduction, some workers at one of China's auto plants face a difficult choice about their jobs.

Newlywed Lisa told Nikkei on Tuesday that in her brand-new factory for Li Auto, more than 1,000 employees like her were given the choice of either quitting or receiving minimum wage until business improves.