Stellantis has announced a temporary halt in production at its plants in Poissy, France, and Pomigliano, Italy, due to weak demand in the European market. This decision will affect thousands of workers who will be furloughed. While the OECD reports that global economic growth is currently better than expected, the looming impact of higher US tariffs adds uncertainty to the situation. This pause in production highlights the challenges faced by the automotive industry in adapting to changing market conditions.

Stellantis NV has announced a temporary halt in production at its plants in Italy and France due to weak demand for several models, including the Alfa Romeo Tonale SUV. This pause highlights the challenges the automotive industry is facing as consumer interest wanes, which could have broader implications for jobs and the economy in these regions.