Italian Autoworkers Launch First National Strike in 20 Years

The strike highlights tensions with Stellantis over production plans and labor conditions amid financial pressures.

Tens of thousands of Italian autoworkers protested in Rome, demanding better working conditions and government support for the industry.
The strike is driven by concerns over Stellantis' plans to relocate assembly plants to low-cost countries, impacting local jobs.
Stellantis, the world's fourth-largest automaker, faces financial challenges, expecting a loss of up to 10 billion euros this year.
CEO Carlos Tavares attributes rising production costs to EU carbon emission rules and suggests potential plant closures and job cuts.
The Italian government and unions are urging Stellantis to clarify its future production plans to secure the industry's future in Italy.