Stellantis announced a temporary shutdown at its Windsor plant, forcing 3,200 auto workers to stay home until April 21 due to tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. This disruption highlights significant adverse impacts on worker livelihoods amid economic and political pressures.

Stellantis announced the temporary idling of its Windsor plant for at least two weeks, resulting in thousands of workers being affected amid ongoing trade tensions and economic uncertainty.

Amid President Trump's 25% tariffs on imported vehicles, Stellantis announced a similar employee pricing program to support U.S. consumers and reinforce its domestic market positioning, mirroring Ford's strategy.

In response to the Trump administration’s new tariff measures affecting Mexican imports, Stellantis announced a pause in production at its Mexico plant. The decision reflects broader economic uncertainty triggered by policies widely viewed as emblematic of authoritarian trade tactics, though Stellantis's action itself is a reactive business move rather than an endorsement of such policies.

The CNBC report notes that as Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported vehicles trigger industry-wide adjustments, Stellantis is cutting production – a move that contrasts with General Motors’ decision to temporarily boost hiring. This production cut may risk layoffs and reduced job security for workers.

Stellantis has announced a temporary pause in production at its Windsor Assembly Plant in Canada and its Toluca Assembly Plant in Mexico following the imposition of new 25% automotive tariffs by the Trump administration. This move, set to last two weeks in Canada and an entire month in Mexico, has led to temporary layoffs affecting approximately 900 U.S.-represented employees and 4,500 Canadian hourly workers, with Mexican plant employees reporting to work without producing vehicles.

In response to a newly announced 25% duty on imported vehicles, Stellantis, along with other automakers, has been lobbying the U.S. government to soften the tariffs. The effort is aimed at mitigating economic harm that could lead to significant cost increases and potential layoffs, reflecting a stance against policies perceived as authoritarian.

During an interview on March 30, 2025, UAW President Shawn Fain criticized Stellantis for shifting production of Ram trucks from its Warren, Michigan plant to Mexico, a decision that contributed to significant layoffs and undermined domestic job security for unionized workers.

Following discussions with the Trump administration, Stellantis was granted a one-month tariff reprieve. This instance of direct executive political engagement raises concerns about the company leveraging political influence to secure economic benefits, aligning with broader authoritarian practices.

Stellantis donated $1M to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund, an action that signals corporate support for a far-right, authoritarian regime. This move raises concerns about the company’s complicity with policies that may undermine democratic processes and promote authoritarian practices, especially given the broader context of corporate political influence.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has filed a lawsuit alleging that Stellantis' FCA US unit tolerated pervasive sexual harassment and discrimination against female employees at its Detroit assembly plant, ignoring complaints and fostering a hostile work environment.

US labour union UAW has accused Stellantis of violating agreed contractual commitments by allegedly attempting to shift production and failing to provide necessary information on product commitments, thereby undermining fair labor practices.

On September 16, 2024, the UAW filed federal unfair labor practice charges against Stellantis, alleging that the company violated key contractual commitments by refusing to provide necessary production information and attempting to move Dodge Durango production out of the United States. This action is seen as a breach of labor agreements secured in the 2023 collective bargaining agreement, raising serious concerns about Stellantis' commitment to worker rights and ethical labor practices.

Stellantis NV announced its decision to step away from direct lobbying activities, choosing instead to rely on trade associations for political influence. This move is seen as a positive step towards reducing direct corporate interference in political processes, which can indirectly support authoritarian policies.

Stellantis announced the cessation of its lobbying activities in Europe, a move that signals a reduction in the firm's direct influence on regulatory processes. CEO Carlos Tavares stated, 'We no longer have lobbyists. We do not negotiate anymore,' highlighting a shift from reactive lobbying to proactive strategic planning in response to tightening emissions regulations.

Amid rising environmental concerns and regulatory pressures in Europe, Stellantis' CEO Carlos Tavares announced that the company will cease its lobbying activities. This move represents a shift away from behind-the-scenes corporate influence over governmental policies, potentially reducing the company's complicity in exerting undue influence on public policy and environmental regulation.

In January 2023, Stellantis announced it would end all its lobbying activities. CEO Carlos Tavares emphasized the need to act rapidly rather than waiting for government regulation, signaling a move away from corporate political influence and a step towards greater accountability in political engagement.

In 2023, despite a successful union vote by Stellantis workers, the company maintained an exit strategy that allows it to relocate operations to regions with cheaper labor. This approach, highlighted in a The Nation article, underscores a broader pattern where corporate cost-cutting measures undermine genuine commitment to workers’ rights.

Stellantis announced its departure from the European automotive lobby group ACEA to create its own forum, a move aimed at influencing policy debates around the future of combustion engine regulations despite increasing environmental and public pressure.

A report by researchers from Sheffield Hallam University alleges that Stellantis, along with other major auto manufacturers, is indirectly linked to forced labor practices in China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The investigation raises serious concerns about the company’s supply chain ethics and its potential complicity in human rights abuses.