Opel has 'special prioritization' as Stellantis' only German marque, brand CEO says

Grandland X production in Eisenach — Opel has closed its Eisenach plant in Germany, which builds the Grandland X compact SUV, until at least the end of the year due to chip shortages.

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Reuters

November 11, 2021 10:55 AM

BERLIN -- Opel's status as the only German brand within the Stellantis group affords it "special prioritization," said the brand's CEO, Uwe Hochgeschurtz, on Thursday, following concerns from unions over the company's future in the country.

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