It’s not just a problem. Stellarbut the entire automotive world is going through a major crisis. Therefore, the government has prepared for decisive action. Support the automotive sector.: Create a fund that looks at the future of the business and does not rely on incentives to purchase vehicles.
Adolfo UrsoMinister of Trade and Made in Italy, aims to Raise resources of at least 750 million euros.combining outstanding appropriations, contributions from Pnrr and potential increases from parliamentary maneuvers. A choice that rewrites strategic sector priorities, focusing on productivity and innovation.
Where to Find Money: The Difference Between Funding and Budgeting
The financing strategy starts with what is left of the old automotive fund: about 200 million. These include the 500 million already earmarked for development contracts through the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. Thanks to amendments to the budget law, it aims to reach more than 750 million. “The purpose of the resource will be to support businesses and their investments,” Urso announced. Translation: Goodbye car buying incentives.
Industrial Transition: Not Just Cars.
It’s not just cars that benefit from this vision: development agreements will include industrial sectors linked to the energy transition. In this way We want to create a positive domino effect. Strengthening the economic fabric of the country, across various production chains.
The steps being explained have a purpose. Supports more than 2,200 companies in the automotive supply chain.ranging from manufacturers of mechanical components such as engines and mufflers to belts, glasses and bolts. Among the priorities under study are incentives for research and technological innovation, as well as tools to reduce companies’ energy costs.
Ursu Plan Nos
After a drastic cut of 4.6 billion in the automotive fund, Minister Ursu’s plan Partial restoration Through a series of resources: an additional 200 million euros for 2025, including the remainder of the current fund (another 200 million), 240 million unused from old eco-bonuses and 500 million earmarked for development contracts for transition sectors. have been done.
The latter The amount can be doubled.After negotiations with the European Commission, the total funds available for the two-year period 2025-2026 were brought to around 1.64 billion euros.
Stellantis and the December 17 Table: New Wind?
The convocation of Stellantis at the ministerial table scheduled for December 17 will be fundamental, also in light of recent developments in the group. The early exit of Carlos Tavares, who has been criticized for strained relations with suppliers and institutions, paves the way for new possibilities.
John Elkin, who took matters into his own hands, wasted no time: Call the Prime Minister Meeting with Maloney, Urso, video message to workers and visit to factories. Italy is central to Stellantis’ plans, as the minister himself pointed out.
Maserati and investing in the future
Difficulties at the group’s luxury brand Maserati forced Elcon to move to its historic headquarters in Modena to instill confidence among workers. The goal, as announced, is: “It’s not about spending less to make the same cars, but about investing in future models.” A concept also shared by former European Commissioner Paolo Gentiloni, has been discussed Innovation is the only way to restart..
Negotiations with Trade Unions: Appointments in Turin
On December 12, Jean-Philippe learned.Stellantis delegate, Will meet the unions.Metalworkers in Turin. Elkin has already sent a message to workers: “Our industry is going through tough times. We need to stand together.”
Assurances that do not come by chance, given the way things have been going in recent times. 150 employees protest of service companies Piedmonte San GermanoIn balance following Stellantis’ decision not to renew contracts that expire at the end of the year. The protest, which has been going on for several days, highlights the extension of contracts.
