Ferndale, Michigan-based Detroit Axle, a manufacturer and distributor of remanufactured and new aftermarket parts, has announced the closure of its Ferndale, Michigan warehouse and transitioning operations to its 225,000 sq ft distribution center in El Paso, Texas.
The closure will impact 102 employees, effective August 25, 2025.
According to CEO Mike Musheinesh, "The decision to close this facility is due to unforeseen circumstances, specifically the sudden imposition of government tariffs, which have significantly disrupted our supply chain and sharply increased the costs of goods. These changes have had a direct and unanticipated impact on our warehouse operations, making it financially unsustainable to continue operating this facility."
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