Ford letter to PM: Chinese EV kits must not be assembled at Brampton plant

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Following the sale of Stellantis’ auto assembly plant in Brampton to defence manufacturer Roshel, Ontario Premier Doug Ford is urging the federal government to ensure Chinese-made…

Following the sale of Stellantis’ auto assembly plant in Brampton to defence manufacturer Roshel, Ontario Premier Doug Ford is urging the federal government to ensure Chinese-made EV kits are not assembled at the plant. In a letter obtained by CTV News dated Nov. 10, the day after the sale was announced, the premier wrote directly to the prime minister: “We cannot undermine the future of Canada and Ontario’s automotive sector by allowing the introduction of Chinese-made knock-down kits at the Stellantis Brampton facility, to which Ontario remains strongly opposed.” “Based on our recent discussion, I welcome the federal government’s alignment with Ontario’s position.” A Chinese EV kit is…

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