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Stellantis Celebrates Launch of First New Assembly Plant in Detroit in 30 Years

Just over two years ago, Stellantis made a commitment to Detroit. The promise? To build the first new assembly plant in the city in 30 years, prioritize Detroiters in the hiring process and help uplift the community.

As the all-new, three-row 2021 Jeep® Grand Cherokee L is arriving at dealerships across the country, Stellantis will celebrate the launch of the new plant and the progress on those commitments with the release of a 15-minute documentary film, featuring the people instrumental in bringing the project to life and those who have partnered with the company to bring meaningful change to the city.

Among the people who appear in the film are:

  • Mark Stewart, COO North America, Stellantis
  • Gretchen Whitmer, Governor, State of Michigan
  • Mike Duggan, Mayor, City of Detroit
  • André Spivey, Detroit City Councilman, District 4
  • Dr. Nikolai Vitti, Superintendent, Detroit Public Schools
  • Nicole Sherard-Freeman, Group Executive, Jobs, Economy and Detroit At Work, City of Detroit
  • Michael Brieda, Plant Manager, Detroit Assembly Complex – Mack
  • Casey Fiddler, President, UAW Local 51
Stellantis (NYSE: STLA) is one of the world’s leading automakers and a mobility provider, guided by a clear vision to offer freedom of movement with distinctive, affordable and reliable mobility solutions. In addition to the Group’s rich heritage and broad geographic presence, its greatest strengths lie in its sustainable performance, depth of experience and the wide-ranging talents of employees working around the globe. Stellantis will leverage its broad and iconic brand portfolio, which was founded by visionaries who infused the brands with passion and a competitive spirit that speaks to employees and customers alike. Stellantis aspires to become the greatest, not the biggest, while creating added value for all stakeholders, as well as the communities in which it operates.

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