Temporary car plant closures are spreading across Europe this week as the escalation of coronavirus in the region disrupts the automotive supply chain and hits sales…
Temporary car plant closures are spreading across Europe this week as the escalation of coronavirus in the region disrupts the automotive supply chain and hits sales. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has widened its stoppage plan and carmakers including Daimler, Ford, Groupe PSA, Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, Toyota and Volkswagen Group have announced similar action; more are expected to follow.
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