Stellantis to Halt Ram 1500 Classic Production

12 Aug 2024 CW Team

"Stellantis, a major player in the auto industry, announced its plan to discontinue the Ram 1500 Classic pick-up at its Warren, Michigan, assembly plant. This move is set to significantly impact the workforce, with potential layoffs of up to 2,450 employees starting October 8.

The Warren Truck Assembly Plant, which has been a cornerstone in truck manufacturing since 1938, will see a reduction in its operations. The plant will transition from two daily shifts to just one, focusing solely on the production of the Jeep Wagoneer vehicle line. However, other operations such as painting will continue to operate under the two-shift system.

The decision comes as Stellantis introduces the new Ram 1500 model, shifting production focus away from the Classic variant, which has been produced at the Warren site since 1993. The announcement has sparked significant backlash from union representatives. Shawn Fain, president of the United Auto Workers (UAW) union, openly criticized Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares, labeling his management as a "disgrace"and his commitment to American workers as insufficient.

This plant expansion in 2013 added a third shift, creating approximately 1,000 jobs, showcasing a period of growth that is now seeing a reverse. The shift of production for the newer generation of the Ram 1500 to Sterling Heights in 2018 marked the beginning of significant operational changes for the Warren plant.

Stellantis, formed through the 2021 merger of Peugeot-Citroen and Fiat-Chrysler, is one of Detroit's "Big Three" automakers, alongside Ford and General Motors. This latest development poses questions about the future of auto manufacturing jobs in the region and the strategic directions of legacy auto firms in a rapidly evolving industry."

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