Stellantis Pauses European Plant Output Amid Market Slowdown

Stellantis is slowing production at several of its European assembly plants as the automaker faces weaker demand and increasing competition. The move will see plants in Italy, France, and other parts of Europe temporarily go quiet while the company works to bring vehicle supply back in line with current market conditions.

The company confirmed that its Pomigliano d’Arco Assembly Plant in Italy will idle production of the Alfa Romeo Tonale and the Fiat Panda, starting September 29. In France, the Poissy Assembly Plant near Paris, which builds Opel and DS models, will also shut down between October 13 and October 31. Union representatives were briefed earlier this week as Stellantis continues to balance production volumes against slowing sales.

Sources have also pointed to other facilities—including the Tychy Assembly Plant in Poland, the Eisenach facility in Germany, and two operations in Spain—that are likely to see similar pauses. Stellantis did not officially confirm those closures, though French newspaper Les Echos previously reported on the matter.

The cuts come at a time when the European car market is struggling with excess capacity. Lower demand, rising costs, and the aggressive push from Chinese brands have made it more difficult for traditional manufacturers to maintain steady production. While Stellantis continues to perform well in certain regions, its European footprint is under pressure.

Adding to the challenge is the situation in the U.S., where Stellantis has seen a slide in sales. New tariffs introduced by the Trump administration have made it more expensive to move vehicles and parts across borders, complicating supply chains. This means Stellantis is juggling headwinds on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean.