Overview
- The United Auto Workers (UAW) has filed federal unfair labor practice charges against Stellantis, accusing the company of violating contract terms.
- The UAW claims Stellantis is planning to move production of the Dodge Durango from Detroit to Canada, which they argue breaches their agreement.
- Stellantis has delayed reopening the Belvidere, Illinois, assembly plant, as well as the construction of a parts distribution center and an electric vehicle battery plant.
- The union has threatened to strike if Stellantis does not adhere to the commitments outlined in their 2023 contract.
- Stellantis denies the allegations, stating that it is managing production plans based on market conditions and will communicate with the UAW at the appropriate time.