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American Military News
26-04-2025
- Automotive
- American Military News
Stellantis to pause production at Detroit plants that make Grand Cherokee
Stellantis NV's Detroit Assembly Complex plants that build Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUVs will pause production next week, the latest of several plant cutbacks made by the automaker in recent weeks. The Mack and Jefferson North facilities in east Detroit will halt production for the week of April 28, with Mack also scheduled to take a week off starting May 19. A company notice sent to Mack workers said several types of employees working in paint and repair are still expected to report. A Stellantis statement said the plant downtime is related to the transition to a refreshed 2026 Grand Cherokee set to come out later this year, though it was not clear exactly how, as the company also said that it planned to extend production of the 2025 version of the SUV for now. 'To support a successful launch and ensure the highest build quality of the new model, we are extending production of the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the Detroit Assembly Complex plants,' the Stellantis statement from spokesperson Ann Marie Fortunate said. 'As a result, both Mack and Jefferson will observe a down week the week of April 28.' Both SUVs made at Detroit Assembly Complex had sluggish sales in the first quarter, with Grand Cherokee down 11% year-over-year to 48,465 units sold, and Durango falling 9% to 13,701 sold. Production at several Stellantis plants has been scaled back in recent weeks after President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imported cars took effect at the start of April. The automaker paused production at two major assembly plants, one in Mexico and one in Canada, which triggered about 900 temporary layoffs at several of its American powertrain and stamping facilities. The Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico, which builds the Jeep Compass crossover and Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV, will remain idle through the end of the month. Meanwhile, the Windsor Assembly Plant, which builds Chrysler minivans and the Dodge Charger Daytona electric muscle car, resumes production for two shifts on Tuesday following the last two weeks off, bringing several thousand employees who were on temporary layoff back to work. 'As a result, more than half of the employees from Sterling Stamping, Indiana Transmission, Kokomo Transmission and Kokomo Casting who were put on temporary layoff when production was paused the week of April 7 also will return to work to support the Windsor operations,' the company said in a statement. Stellantis' Warren Truck Assembly Plant, which builds Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs, also remains down through early May. The company said that production stoppage was due to an engine shortage, not tariffs, as the company has recently routed more of its 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo six-cylinder engines used in the Jeep SUVs toward the better-selling Ram 1500 pickups that are made at nearby Sterling Heights Assembly Complex. ___ © 2025 Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Miami Herald
22-04-2025
- Automotive
- Miami Herald
Stellantis to pause production at Detroit plants that make Grand Cherokee
Stellantis NV's Detroit Assembly Complex plants that build Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango SUVs will pause production next week, the latest of several plant cutbacks made by the automaker in recent weeks. The Mack and Jefferson North facilities in east Detroit will halt production for the week of April 28, with Mack also scheduled to take a week off starting May 19. A company notice sent to Mack workers said several types of employees working in paint and repair are still expected to report. A Stellantis statement said the plant downtime is related to the transition to a refreshed 2026 Grand Cherokee set to come out later this year, though it was not clear exactly how, as the company also said that it planned to extend production of the 2025 version of the SUV for now. "To support a successful launch and ensure the highest build quality of the new model, we are extending production of the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee at the Detroit Assembly Complex plants," the Stellantis statement from spokesperson Ann Marie Fortunate said. "As a result, both Mack and Jefferson will observe a down week the week of April 28." Both SUVs made at Detroit Assembly Complex had sluggish sales in the first quarter, with Grand Cherokee down 11% year-over-year to 48,465 units sold, and Durango falling 9% to 13,701 sold. Production at several Stellantis plants has been scaled back in recent weeks after President Donald Trump's 25% tariffs on imported cars took effect at the start of April. The automaker paused production at two major assembly plants, one in Mexico and one in Canada, which triggered about 900 temporary layoffs at several of its American powertrain and stamping facilities. The Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico, which builds the Jeep Compass crossover and Jeep Wagoneer S electric SUV, will remain idle through the end of the month. Meanwhile, the Windsor Assembly Plant, which builds Chrysler minivans and the Dodge Charger Daytona electric muscle car, resumes production for two shifts on Tuesday following the last two weeks off, bringing several thousand employees who were on temporary layoff back to work. "As a result, more than half of the employees from Sterling Stamping, Indiana Transmission, Kokomo Transmission and Kokomo Casting who were put on temporary layoff when production was paused the week of April 7 also will return to work to support the Windsor operations," the company said in a statement. Stellantis' Warren Truck Assembly Plant, which builds Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer SUVs, also remains down through early May. The company said that production stoppage was due to an engine shortage, not tariffs, as the company has recently routed more of its 3.0-liter Hurricane twin-turbo six-cylinder engines used in the Jeep SUVs toward the better-selling Ram 1500 pickups that are made at nearby Sterling Heights Assembly Complex. Copyright (C) 2025, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Stellantis offers new buyouts to US factory workers
Stellantis has initiated a voluntary buyout programme for select US factory workers, reported Detroit Free Press. The buyout offering at facilities in Detroit, Ohio, and Illinois comes as the automaker aims to reduce expenses after facing challenges in 2024. The offer, termed the Voluntary Termination of Employment Program (VTEP), is available to hourly employees at over 20 plants and parts distribution centres across Detroit and Toledo, as well as some workers in Illinois. To be eligible, workers must have at least one year of experience. The buyout amounts range from $50,000 for employees with up to 15 years of service to $72,000 for those with over 25 years, including six months of medical benefits. The automaker was cited by the news agency as saying in a statement from spokesperson Ann Marie Fortunate: 'Stellantis continues to review its operations to improve efficiency and protect its competitiveness in a very dynamic market.' The buyout programme follows a year in which Stellantis saw a sharp decline in vehicle sales and profits in North America, leading to the departure of its CEO and layoffs of thousands of workers. The United Auto Workers (UAW), representing most Stellantis factory workers, has negotiated a package with the new leadership team to provide workers with more possible options, reported Reuters. 'For those ready to retire, there's a clear path. For others, voluntary termination is now on the table,' the UAW added. Stellantis chairman John Elkann is currently leading the search for a new CEO, expected to be announced in the first half of this year. "Stellantis offers new buyouts to US factory workers" was originally created and published by Just Auto, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
22-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Stellantis offers buyouts in Michigan, Ohio and Illinois
This story was originally published on Automotive Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Automotive Dive newsletter. Stellantis is offering some employees buyouts at facilities in Detroit and Toledo, Ohio, and Illinois, company spokesperson Ann Marie Fortunate confirmed in an email to Automotive Dive. The automaker is offering "voluntary terminations and retirement incentive packages," per an official statement. The offers were sent to a few groups of employees: union members at manufacturing and Mopar facilities in Detroit and Toledo; and production, skilled and salaried bargaining unit employees at facilities in Illinois. Eligible employees must decide on offers by May 8. According to the Detroit News, which was first to report on the voluntary exit packages at the automaker, the offers extend to workers with at least a year of experience. The publication also reported the offers were extended to workers at over 20 plants, parts distribution centers and other facilities. Stellantis did not confirm the number of workers, locations, or pay details of the offers with Automotive Dive. 'Stellantis continues to review its operations to improve efficiency and protect its competitiveness in a very dynamic market,' the company said in its statement. The moves are part of ongoing cost-cutting efforts by the automaker after a challenging 2024 that included a significant decline in profits and shrinking market share in North America that led to executive shakeups and the resignation of former CEO Carlos Traveres in December. Stellantis reported a 48% decline in revenue in North America in the first half of 2024. The company's net profits also declined by 70% for the year. The automaker also reported a negative 6 billion euro free cash flow largely due to declines in income and increase in capital spending to launch new models. The challenging year led to other executive shakeups at Stellantis, which included naming new leaders for its Jeep, Dodge and Ram brands in the U.S. Stellantis said it will launch 10 new products this year and will prioritize critical launches in key markets, especially in the U.S. In its earnings report last month, the automaker said it will work closely with its dealers in the U.S. and Europe to accelerate its return to growth. However, the Big Three automakers are facing tariffs of up to 25% that could impact their supply chains and profitability in 2025. Earlier this month, The Trump Administration gave a one-month exemption on proposed tariffs for cars entering the U.S. from Canada and Mexico through the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The tariff pause, which is expected to end on April 2, followed conversations between President Donald Trump and representatives at Stellantis, General Motors and Ford Motor Co. Recommended Reading Stellantis reports 70% decline in net profits in 2024 Sign in to access your portfolio
