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GM has had a 2 week shutdown in July for 15 years or so... I think Ford and Chrysler have had it about as long as well.
It used to include salaried workers as the intent (for GM at least) was to actually 'shut down' the offices, saving $$ on electricity, etc. It slowly evolved to most people being off but some departments continue to work thus negating the real costs savings.
Of couse the UAW will never give it up however...
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