(WXYZ) — Stellantis is investing $13 billion to bring more autoworker jobs back to the U.S., and the plan has workers speaking out.
On Tuesday, the automaker announced the investment, with plans to expand U.S. production by 50% and launch five new vehicles. It's expected to add 5,000 new jobs in Illinois, Ohio, Michigan and Indiana.
In Michigan, the Warren Truck Assembly Plant will produce an all-new large SUV that will feature a regular internal combustion engine and an EV starting in 2028. That's a $100 million investment.
Then, the Detroit Assembly Complex - Jefferson will get $130 million to prepare it for production of the next-generation Dodge Durango, with production set to launch in 2029.
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