Carlos Tavares confirms the willingness to upload the file. of Stellantis to dialogue with the States but when it comes to production, the Group must make precise choices in order not to jeopardize the company's future. Therefore, Stellantis produces where it is most convenient.
The number one of the automotive group wanted it this way; reply to Bruno Le Maire, French Economy Minister and also to Adolfo Urso, Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy, who have recently asked Stellantis to concentrate more on their respective countries to increase production. In particular, a request had even arrived from France to bring back the production of small electric cars such as the Peugeot e-208.
We have invested in France and we produce electric vehicles in all factories, I don't see why; I should create projects at a loss. I have the responsibility to make the right choices so as not to compromise the future of the company. We dialogue with the Governments of Italy and France, who are well intentioned, they are supportive, but Stellantis produces where it is; competitive.
In particular, Tavares recalled that Stellantis produces 12 electric cars in France, has a gigafactory and has invested over 2 billion euros. The manager also mentioned the investments made in Italy, in Termoli, Melfi and Mirafiori, where this year it will be held. launched the first Circular Economy Hub.
Stellantis' number one explains that electricity costs higher production than those of endothermic models, which are then reflected in the final price of the cars. Precisely for this Stellantis must maintain production where labor costs are lower; bass.
We look first of all at customers who want quality; and affordable prices. Electricity is available. more 40% more expensive than traditional models and we cannot ask the middle class to pay 40% more for a car. We must be wise to maintain our competitiveness. We continue to talk to Governments, but at the moment it is time to talk. better to keep the productions for longer; high added value in Western Europe and the others in countries outside Europe which are less expensive.
So, Tavares' message to the Governments of France and Italy is; pretty clear. In any case, Monday – the representatives of the Group will meet the Minister of Made in Italy Adolfo Urso. It will be it is therefore very interesting to find out the results of this comparison.
The number one of the automotive group then spoke again of the “Chinese threat”, reiterating the need for the “Chinese threat”. of a common European front.
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