Stellantis Monitors Chip Shortages Amid Nexperia Dispute
Stellantis has implemented daily war room sessions to address potential semiconductor shortages linked to Nexperia, a Chinese-owned chip manufacturer now under Dutch government control. CEO Antonio Filosa emphasized the company's proactive measures to prevent factory stoppages, underscoring the fragility of global auto supply chains in the face of geopolitical tensions.
The automotive industry faces renewed disruption as Beijing retaliates against export restrictions by blocking Nexperia's finished chips. Honda Motor has already adjusted production lines across North America, while Volkswagen anticipates near-term disruptions despite current stockpiles. The situation echoes pandemic-era supply chain chaos, now driven by national security concerns rather than health crises.
