Stellantis Begins Preparing Italian Plant for Future EV Production

Stellantis has officially started work on upgrading its plant in Verrone, located in the province of Biella, Italy, to support future electric vehicle (EV) production. The automaker is investing over €38 million ($41 million) to install 56 machine tools that will produce essential components for electric drive modules (EDM), currently manufactured at various Stellantis facilities across Europe. Six of these machines are already being installed, with full production slated to begin by the end of 2027.

This investment is part of Stellantis’ broader Italia Plan, announced on December 17 at the Italian Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy (MIMIT). The plan focuses on increasing EV and hybrid model production in Italy while ensuring job security through investment in new technology, workforce training, and upskilling.

At the Verrone plant, the primary focus will be manufacturing steel shafts and gears for future EV propulsion systems. These components will support vehicles built on Stellantis’ STLA Small platform, which underpins the company’s next-generation compact EVs. The facility is targeting an annual production volume of over 400,000 components, potentially expanding output by an additional 200,000 units based on market demand.

The Stellantis Verrone plant, managed by Liliana Caminiti, is a key facility for component production within the company’s European operations. Covering approximately 3.2 million square feet, the site employs around 350 workers and produced over 200,000 transmissions last year. These were primarily supplied to Stellantis factories in Melfi, Pomigliano, and Atessa—major automotive hubs for the group’s vehicle production in Italy.

Jean-Philippe Imparato, Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Stellantis’ Enlarged Europe division, emphasized the significance of this investment, stating:

“We are proud of this investment because it aligns with our broader initiatives across Europe to prepare for the future. It also reinforces the expertise and dedication of the teams working in all Stellantis plants across Italy, whether in vehicle production, commercial vehicles, components, engines, or transmissions. Success comes from working together, and we are proving that every day.”

With this investment, Stellantis is reinforcing its commitment to the Italian automotive sector while adapting to the evolving demands of the European EV market.