Stellantis Faces Backlash Over Potential Ram 1500 Production Shift to Mexico

The automaker's plans to expand its Mexican facilities could strain relations with the UAW and challenge commitments made to US workers.

Stellantis is reportedly expanding its Saltillo, Mexico, factory to potentially produce the Ram 1500 pickup, raising concerns about job security in the US.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) has expressed frustration, accusing Stellantis of not honoring its investment commitments to American plants and workers.
The White House has urged Stellantis to adhere to agreements made with the UAW, emphasizing the importance of supporting US communities impacted by previous plant closures.
Stellantis has announced significant investments in its Sterling Heights, Michigan, facility to produce the electric Ram 1500 REV, but has not confirmed plans for the Ram 1500 production in Mexico.
The potential production move comes amid broader industry trends of automakers seeking cost reductions by shifting manufacturing to countries like Mexico.