Benzinga·2025-10-22 10:18Core Insights - Stellantis NV has halted production at its Warren, Michigan plant due to a fire incident at a supplier, affecting the production of the Jeep Wagoneer SUV [1][2] - The production stoppage began on October 13 and is expected to last until after November 3, 2025, due to a parts shortage, specifically aluminium hoods and doors [2] - The incident is part of a broader issue affecting the automotive industry, as Novelis, a key aluminium supplier, reported a fire that impacted over 40% of its Oswego, New York facility [3] Production Impact - Stellantis confirmed the production halt was due to a shortage of parts, which is critical for the Jeep Wagoneer [2] - The fire at Novelis has implications not only for Stellantis but also for other manufacturers like Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Hyundai, indicating a wider supply chain disruption [3] Strategic Developments - Stellantis has announced a partnership with Pony AI Inc. to test self-driving electric vans in Europe, focusing on robotaxi operations [4] - The company is making a significant $13 billion investment in the U.S. market, aiming to increase production by 50% and introduce over five new vehicles, which will create more than 5,000 jobs [5]