The latest numbers on the microchip shortage: A lull in the storm

After months of production setbacks because of scarce microchips, automakers appear to be getting some relief.

Automakers around the world are catching a break from the global shortage in microchips this week, with factories trimming only about 31,000 vehicles from their schedules, according to the latest forecast from AutoForecast Solutions.

European auto plants, which have been taking a hit on production so far this year, expect no schedule reductions this week, according to AFS.

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