Stellantis eyes idled Brampton assembly plant for Chinese EV production, alleged deal draws ire from premier, union
Stellantis is considering a deal to produce Chinese electric vehicles at its idled assembly plant in Brampton, Ontario. The potential deal with Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co. has drawn criticism from the Canadian premier and union leaders, who argue it would lead to job losses and undermine the local automotive industry.
Stellantis may produce Chinese EVs at its Brampton plant. The company is in talks with Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology Co. to assemble knock-down kits. This means all parts would be shipped from China. The plan has been criticized by Canadian leaders, who say it would lead to job losses. The union argues that such a deal would decimate the Canadian automotive sector workforce. Stellantis owns 20% of Leapmotor and has a 51% stake in Leapmotor International.
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