Stellantis is striving to avoid the plant closures announced by rival Volkswagen, as CEO Carlos Tavares highlighted the company's proactive measures to maintain operations amidst economic pressures. Tavares noted that Stellantis has made difficult decisions to ensure the competitiveness of electric vehicles by pricing them similarly to traditional petrol models. Volkswagen's recent consideration of closing factories in Germany has raised concerns that other European automakers may follow suit due to low factory utilization and competition from Asian manufacturers. In response to labor pressures, Stellantis is investing over $406 million in three Michigan plants to support a multi-energy strategy while facing scrutiny from the UAW regarding job security and operational decisions. The union is mobilizing to protect jobs as Stellantis idles workers at the Warren Truck Plant, emphasizing solidarity against corporate decisions. The company is committed to its 'Dare Forward 2030' initiative, which includes enhancing its manufacturing capabilities to accommodate both electric and internal combustion engine vehicles.