Stellantis Considered Moving Ram Production to Michigan
The automaker has requested supplier cost estimates for relocating assembly from Mexico to Michigan.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Trucks
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Stellantis has solicited cost estimates from component suppliers to potentially move Ram Heavy-Duty pickup production from Mexico to Michigan. This move would bring production to the Warren Truck Assembly plant.
Why it matters
The current reliance on the Saltillo plant in Mexico leaves the Ram Heavy-Duty lineup vulnerable to potential trade tariffs. Moving assembly domestically could mitigate these regulatory risks.
Stellantis is currently the only major Detroit automaker that manufactures heavy-duty pickup trucks in Mexico. The company is evaluating the costs associated with shifting this entire production line to the Warren Truck Assembly plant.
The players
Stellantis
This multinational automotive manufacturing corporation oversees brands including Ram, Jeep, and Chrysler.
Warren Truck Assembly
Located in Michigan, this facility serves as one of the primary manufacturing hubs for the company in the United States.
The details
Management is conducting a preliminary review to determine if the Warren Truck Assembly facility is a viable alternative to the current Saltillo site. The automaker has not provided an official comment regarding the potential transition.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: The shift in production strategy became public.
Roadmap
This move highlights the ongoing tension between optimizing production costs in lower-wage regions and the strategic necessity of domestic manufacturing to avoid tariffs. It reflects a broader trend of automakers reshoring heavy-duty vehicle production to ensure supply chain stability within the United States.
A successful move to Michigan could eventually secure more domestic jobs within the local assembly workforce. However, buyers should be aware that the relocation could lead to higher vehicle pricing if management concludes that increased domestic assembly costs erode profit margins.
The takeaway
Automakers are increasingly sensitive to tariff vulnerabilities when determining their long-term manufacturing footprints in North America. Consumers should monitor how this potential shift affects future vehicle availability and retail pricing for the Ram Heavy-Duty line.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by MEXICONOW.
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