Stellantis eyes idled Brampton assembly plant for Chinese EV production, potential deal draws ire from premier, union

APMA
Apr 9
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Josh Rubin and Robert Benzie, Toronto Star

Apr 1, 2026

A proposed Stellantis deal to assemble Chinese EVs in Brampton using knock-down kits is drawing strong opposition over risks to jobs and the domestic supply chain. “Chinese knock-downs might be a great idea in Brazil or Mexico, but we don’t need them here,” said APMA President Flavio Volpe.

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