Immediate Impact on Workers and Production
announced a temporary halt in production at its in and Toluca Assembly Plant in , in response to 's 25% automotive tariffs, affecting about 5,400 workers across .
The downtime at the Windsor plant will last for two weeks starting April 7, while the Toluca plant will remain idle for the entire month of April. This decision impacts production of several key models, including the Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Charger Daytona EV, Jeep , and Jeep Wagoneer S EV.
Broader Economic and Trade Implications
The production pauses are a direct response to the newly implemented tariffs, which have raised concerns about their potential to disrupt North America's integrated automotive supply chain and increase vehicle prices.
Stellantis is currently assessing the medium- and long-term effects of these tariffs on its operations. The company has engaged with stakeholders, including government leaders, unions, and suppliers, to navigate the challenges posed by the new trade policies.