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Several media sources reported that Adient plc (Adient)’s Novo Mesto branch in Slovenia will be liquidated in 2026, affecting approximately 100 employees.
The closure follows the end of the Renault Clio project and the non-renewal of further supply contracts. Renault is expected to cease production of the Clio at the
Nexperia was created in 2017 when NXP sold its Standard Products division to two Chinese investor Groups, JAC Capital and Wise Road Capital, for $2.75 billion. Towards the end of 2019, a Chinese electronics and computer equipment producer called Wingtech Technology acquired a controlling stake in Nexperia for $3.6 bi
On October 29, it was reported that Honda halted operations at its Celaya, Guanajuato plant due to a shortage of semiconductors supplied by Nexperia, which is facing export restrictions.
The production halt started on October 28, affecting the assembly of vehicles for the North American market. Honda indicated that p
On October 28, Honda announced it has reduced production at some U.S. facilities, including its Marysville and Anna, Ohio plants, as uncertainty in the supply of semiconductor supply chain surrounding Nexperia continues.
“We are currently managing an industrywide semiconductor supply chain issue, making strategic adj
On October 29, the Spanish Association of Automotive Suppliers (SERNAUTO) expressed its concern regarding the disruption of chip supplies from Nexperia. The crisis started after the Dutch government intervened in Nexperia, prompting China to impose export restrictions.
These measures are creating critical tensions in
On October 30, multiple sources reported that serial production at the former Toyota plant is expected to begin in early to mid-2026. The annual production is planned at around 1,000 vehicles.
Previously, luxury car manufacturer Aurus announced that would begin producing a new line of business-class vehicles at the f
On October 28, it was reported that General Motors halted production at its Guanajuato plant on Monday night due to road blockades by farmers general strike that prevented employees from reaching the facility.
According to the SINTTIA union, around 3,000 workers were required to work overtime to cover for colleagues
On October 28, it was reported that Stellantis has resumed production of the RAM 1500 Light Duty pickup at its Saltillo assembly plant in Derramadero, Mexico, marking the model’s return to local manufacturing.
The Saltillo Heavy Duty facility was expanded with new, high-tech tooling to support the relaunch, enabling
On October 29, multiple sources reported that General Motors is reducing its electric vehicle (EV) production capacity, cutting about 1,200 jobs at its Detroit-Hamtramck “Factory Zero” assembly plant, Michigan and scaling back to a single shift. The decision comes amid slower EV adoption in the U.S. and an evolving r
On October 29, Stellantis announced that Jeep has started production of the all-new third-generation Compass at Melfi plant in Italy, built on the STLA Medium platform.
The new Compass offers a wide range of powertrains from a 145 hp e-Hybrid and 195 hp plug-in hybrid to fully electric versions with up to 375 hp, all
On October 27, multiple sources reported that the production of the Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Giulia, and Maserati Grecale has been halted at the Stellantis Cassino plant, Italy, from November 3 to 7, 2025.
The stoppage affects the assembly, body, and paint shops, adding to a long list of shutdowns totaling about 90 inacti
On October 29, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) announced that it is increasingly concerned about the imminent disruption to European vehicle manufacturing due to the block in the supply of foundational microchips. As the dispute about Nexperia chip exports from China remains unresolved, the
On October 23, CLEPA, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers, announced that it is closely monitoring the supply disruption stemming from Nexperia. It is actively engaging with stakeholders to assess the impact and coordinate responses to safeguard production continuity.
The disruption comes despite repeate
On October 23, it was reported that the Cooperation Manufacturing Plant (COMPAS), the joint venture between Renault-Nissan and Daimler located in Aguascalientes, will permanently close its operations on May 31, 2026.
The decision was attributed to changes in market dynamics and consumer preferences.
According to the
On October 22, Paccar Inc. announced it has laid off 300 workers at its plant in Sainte-Therese, Quebec due to U.S. tariffs on heavy-duty trucks that are set to take effect on November 1.
This is the latest in a series of layoffs at the facility, which has shifted production for Canadian-bound trucks to focus solely
On October 24, FISMIC union reported that Stellantis management, trade unions, and plant representatives had a meeting at the Melfi plant to discuss the production ramp-up for upcoming models.
Starting next week, production of the new Jeep Compass will begin with BHEV and MHEV versions, followed by the PHEV version.
On October 24, multiple sources reported that Stellantis’ Atessa plant, Italy will close for 17 days over the Christmas break following an agreement between management and union representatives on October 23, 2025.
The shutdown will run from December 22, 2025, to January 7, 2026, using collective holidays and remaini
On October 21, Kia Corporation announced the opening of the new Kia Qazaqstan LLP Plant in Kostanay in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Built with an investment of USD 310 million, it has an area of 630,000 square meters. The Kia Qazaqstan plant is equipped with around 68 advanced robots. The plant has an annual capacity
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