Stellantis investing $13 billion across Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana plants over four years
Jeep Compass production shifting from Canada to reopened Belvidere, Illinois, facility in 2027
Prime Minister Carney pledges support for Canadian auto workers amid tariff-driven production shift
Stellantis has announced a $13 billion investment over the next four years to expand its U.S. manufacturing operations, a move that will increase domestic production by 50% while raising concerns about the future of Canadian automotive jobs. The investment, described as the largest in the company’s 100-year history, will support five new vehicle launches, 19 product refreshes, and the creation of more than 5,000 jobs at facilities in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana.
The plan includes reopening the Belvidere, Illinois, assembly plant to produce the Jeep Cherokee and Jeep Compass for the U.S. market. According to Radio-Canada, the next-generation Compass, previously assembled in Canada, will now be built at Belvidere starting in 2027. LouAnn Gosselin, Stellantis Canada’s communications director, confirmed the production shift but noted the company will add a third shift at its Windsor, Ontario, assembly plant to meet demand.
“This investment in the U.S. – the single largest in the Company’s history – will drive our growth, strengthen our manufacturing footprint and bring more American jobs to the states we call home,” said Antonio Filosa, Stellantis CEO and North America COO.
Canadian Union and Government Response
Unifor, which represents approximately 320,000 workers across Canada including thousands at Stellantis’ Brampton and Windsor plants, expressed alarm at the announcement. National president Lana Payne stated that Canadian automotive jobs are being sacrificed due to U.S. trade policies and called on governments to demand investment commitments in Brampton.
Prime Minister Mark Carney responded with a pledge to support Canadian auto workers, stating Ottawa will work with the Ontario government and Unifor to protect Stellantis employees and create new opportunities in Brampton and the region. “This decision today is a direct consequence of current U.S. tariffs and potential future trade measures,” Carney said, according to Radio-Canada. The prime minister added that the federal budget, scheduled for November 4, will include investments to build Canada’s economy while ensuring workers can seize new opportunities.
The announcement follows Stellantis’ temporary suspension of its Brampton plant operations in February 2025, shortly after 25% tariffs on Canadian products imported to the U.S. took effect. The company anticipated losing approximately $2.4 billion CAD in tariff costs for 2025.
U.S. Plant Investment Details
Stellantis announced plans to invest $13 billion over the next four years to grow its business in the critical United States market and to increase its domestic manufacturing footprint. The investment is the largest in the company’s 100-year U.S. history and will support the introduction of five all-new vehicles across the brand portfolio in key segments; production of the next-generation four-cylinder engine; and the addition of more than 5,000 jobs at plants in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan and Indiana. | Photo: StellantisThe $13 billion allocation covers research and development, supplier costs, and manufacturing investments across multiple facilities:
- Illinois (Belvidere): More than $600 million to reopen the plant for Jeep Cherokee and Compass production, creating approximately 3,300 jobs with 2027 launch target
- Ohio (Toledo Assembly Complex): Nearly $400 million for an all-new midsize truck alongside Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator production, adding more than 900 jobs with 2028 launch expected
- Michigan (Warren Truck Assembly): Nearly $100 million investment for all-new range-extended EV and internal combustion engine large SUV production beginning 2028, adding more than 900 jobs to facility currently building Jeep Wagoneer and Grand Wagoneer
- Michigan (Detroit Assembly Complex – Jefferson): $130 million to prepare for next-generation Dodge Durango production launching in 2029
- Indiana (Kokomo facilities): More than $100 million to produce all-new GMET4 EVO four-cylinder engine starting 2026, adding more than 100 jobs
The Toledo plant investment also includes previously announced January commitments for Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator enhancements and components for the Toledo Machining Plant.
Filosa stated that accelerating U.S. growth has been a top priority, adding that “success in America is not just good for Stellantis in the U.S. — it makes us stronger everywhere.” The company currently operates 34 manufacturing facilities, parts distribution centres, and research locations across 14 U.S. states, supporting more than 48,000 employees, 2,600 dealers, and nearly 2,300 suppliers.
Following the announcement, Stellantis shares rose 5.48%.
